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White House tells Iran to do deal as Trump hints at US strikes

White House tells Iran to do deal as Trump hints at US strikes

The White House warned on Wednesday that Iran would be "wise" to do a deal with the United States as President Donald Trump once again hinted at military action. The two sides recently resumed indirect talks, mediated by Oman, after Trump repeatedly threatened military action against Iran over

Major US naval, air buildup sets stage for potential Iran war

Major US naval, air buildup sets stage for potential Iran war

The massive US military buildup in the Middle East, including warships, fighter jets, and refueling aircraft, lays the foundation for a potentially sustained campaign against Iran -- should President Donald Trump give the order. Trump -- who ordered strikes on Iran last year -- has repeatedly threatened Tehran with further military action if

Oil prices jump on toughening US posture on Iran as US stocks advance

Oil prices jump on toughening US posture on Iran as US stocks advance

Global stock markets rose Wednesday as traders assessed company earnings and economic data, while oil prices surged more than four percent on a toughening US posture towards Iran. All three major US indices advanced, with the broad-based S&P 500 winning 0.6 percent. "You're