War between U.S. and Iran shifts key resources away from Asia
The U.S. focus on Iran has pivoted key resources away from another key geopolitical region -- Asia.
World
npr.org
18.08.2026
Iran not interested in deal that "makes sense" for U.S., Kushner says
The president's son-in-law and envoy said Trump is focused on exerting economic pressure on Tehran.
World
cbsnews.com
18.08.2026
Turkmenistan, Iran discuss strengthening economic cooperation
Azerbaijan
trend.az
18.08.2026
Oil prices jump after US-Iran ceasefire expires and Trump threatens Oman
Brent crude rises above $90 a barrel for the first time since 30 July after US president tells Tehran to surrenderBusiness live – latest updatesOil prices have risen again after the two-month window t
World
theguardian.com
18.08.2026
Uzbekistan, Iran put transport and investment at center of talks
Azerbaijan
trend.az
18.08.2026
UK pay growth slows as Iran war prompts cost of living squeeze
Unemployment rate remained at 4.9% in the three months to the end of June, ONS figures showWage growth in the UK slowed in June as workers come under pressure from a renewed cost of living squeeze ami
World
theguardian.com
18.08.2026
Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it gets in way of Iran deal
The U.S. president called for Tehran to surrender in a war that has become a growing political burden.
World
japantimes.co.jp
18.08.2026
U.S. Airman Says He Would Accept Punishment for Protesting Iran War
Major Watson characterized the war in Iran as an act of American aggression and compared the U.S. military actions to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Politics
nytimes.com
18.08.2026
The Pentagon has asked 30 companies to report on their relations with Chinese, Russian and Iranian entities
The US Department of Defense has asked 30 American scientific and educational institutions to check their connections with Russian, Chinese and Iranian organizations blacklisted by the Pentagon.
Azerbaijan
report.az
18.08.2026
U.S.-Iran peace prospects dim as Trump rejects truce extension
The truce was meant to give Washington and Tehran a 60-day window to reach a more lasting peace.
World
japantimes.co.jp
18.08.2026
Erdogan discussed Iran and Gaza with Trump
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan spoke with US President Donald Trump by phone.
Azerbaijan
report.az
17.08.2026
Kushner: Contacts between the US and Iran are more intense than ever
Azerbaijan
apa.az
17.08.2026
Kushner announced the terms of the US-Iran agreement
Azerbaijan
apa.az
17.08.2026
Oil Rises, Bond Yields Climb on Iran Tensions
Finance
wsj.com
17.08.2026
Trump doubts that Iran is ready to sign a deal with the United States.
Currently, Iran does not show that it is ready to accept the terms of the United States regarding the cessation of the conflict.
Azerbaijan
report.az
17.08.2026
Kim-praising Trump asks South Korea, ‘Why are we helping you?’ in tiff over Iran aid
President reduces seven-decade U.S. relationship with South Korea to protection racket as he rants about Seoul not joining his war against Iran
World
independent.co.uk
17.08.2026
Trump: Iran will not sign the agreement on its nuclear program, which I consider necessary
Azerbaijan
apa.az
17.08.2026
Iran deal clock hits zero as Trump demands ‘white flag’ with new pressure campaign looming
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent promises unprecedented economic isolation of Iran as the 60-day nuclear deal deadline passes with no final agreement.
World
foxnews.com
17.08.2026
Jon Ossoff calls Trump’s handling of Iran war ‘uniquely despicable’ in excoriating speech
Georgia Democratic senator has stoked speculation for 2028 presidency bid by delivering stinging attacks on TrumpDemocratic senator Jon Ossoff has attacked Donald Trump’s “uniquely despicable” handlin
World
theguardian.com
17.08.2026
War on Iran: Phase II, Day 37
Iran is offering $30,000 for captured or killed US soldiers. Trump cuts back South Korea drills.
World
aljazeera.com
17.08.2026