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Trump Defends Border Policies In Texas As Senate Race Heats Up

Trump promises not to resume Iran strikes before midterm elections

Crude oil prices had shot up on Thursday after reports President Trump was considering more strikes. They immediately dropped again after his new announcement.

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U.S.-Iran negotiations set to begin Monday, Trump says after calling off strikes

President Trump said negotiations with Iran are set to begin Monday after announcing Saturday night that he canceled a pending attack on Iran.

Aug 3

Iran Accuses US Of Striking Civilian Infrastructure In Hormozgan Province

American service member killed in Iraq; U.S. hits Iran for 9th straight night

Two U.S. service members were killed earlier in Jordan and a third was missing in action, the U.S. Central Command said.

Jul 20

Trump threatens to invade Iran, "obliterate" its energy resources

Energy markets remain volatile as President Trump threatens Iran with an invasion to seize its oil while also suggesting a deal could soon end the war.