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Hormuz Strait Traffic Picks Up, UN Calls for Open Access Amid US–Iran Talks

At least 54 vessels passed through the Strait of Hormuz during the week ending May 18, according to Lloyd’s List Intelligence data.

Iran’s Latest Peace Proposal Includes US Troop Withdrawal, War Reparations, Nuclear Enrichment Rights

Tehran’s latest peace proposal includes ending hostilities on all fronts, including Lebanon, lifting the U.S. naval blockade, and reparations from the United States.
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US Announces New Sanctions on Cuban Regime

Sec. of State Marco Rubio announced new sanctions against several Cuban government agencies and senior officials to address “repression in Cuba and threats to U.S. national security.”

Trump Postpones Scheduled Attack on Iran at Request of Middle Eastern Leaders

President Donald Trump on Monday said that the U.S. military will not strike Iran in what he called a planned attack on Tuesday.

China to Address US Concerns Over Rare Earth Supply Issues: White House

China to address concerns over shortages of rare earths and other critical minerals stemming from export controls imposed in retaliation to U.S. tariffs.

White House Announces $17 Billion Farm Products Deal With China

China will purchase at least $17 billion per year of U.S. agricultural products over the next three years, the White House said on May 17.

Trump Warns Iran It Needs to Move Fast on Deal or Attacks Will Ensue

U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a new warning to Iran’s leadership and said that Tehran must move quickly or “there won’t be anything left.”

Drone Strike Sparks Fire at UAE Nuclear Power Plant Amid Iran Ceasefire, Officials Say

The UAE stated that a drone struck a generator at its nuclear power plant and caused a fire amid a continuing ceasefire between Iran and the US.