Middle East
Trump proposes 14-point plan for Iran peace talks
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The United States and Iran are discussing a proposed framework to end their conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump presented a 14-point plan for 30 days of negotiations, though Iranian officials have not yet accepted it.
US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s response to a US proposal aimed at ending the war. Tehran pressed for conditions including lifting the naval blockade, easing sanctions, and retaining influence over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
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The Panamanian-flagged bulk carrier MDL Toofan crossed the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday bound for Rio Grande do Sul.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Wednesday that China is ready to help create conditions for peace talks and play a greater role in restoring peace and stability in the Middle East. He made the remarks during talks in Beijing with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, whose visit followed attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran on Feb 28.
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The United Arab Emirates and Japan have agreed to promote cooperation aimed at securing a stable crude oil supply amid the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Mizkan has suspended sales of four natto products due to supply strains from rising procurement costs. The company said the war in the Middle East has pressured packed natto production.
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Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Syrian counterpart Asaad Al-Shaibani discussed strengthening bilateral ties and coordinating on regional developments during talks in Cairo. Egypt reaffirmed support for Syria’s unity and rejected Israeli violations of its sovereignty. The discussions also covered broader issues like US-Iran negotiations and the situation in Lebanon.
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