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Trump pauses Iran energy strikes, extends deadline to April 6

Trump has delayed planned strikes on Iran's power grid by 10 days, giving Tehran until April 6 to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing US-Iran negotiations. The pause came after a brutal day on Wall Street, with Iranian missiles hitting Kuwait, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan as the conflict continues to roil global markets. Oil prices remain volatile, and Manila's streets have already emptied as fuel costs surge across Asia.

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Trump extends Iran talks deadline after sell-off on Wall Street

Trump extends Iran talks deadline after sell-off on Wall Street

Financial Times · Mar 26

Oil price volatile as traders assess trajectory of Iran talks

Oil price volatile as traders assess trajectory of Iran talks

Financial Times · Mar 26

Beyond oil: The crucial exports blocked by Hormuz closure

Beyond oil: The crucial exports blocked by Hormuz closure

BBC · Mar 27

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