President Donald Trump announced a 10‑day cease‑fire between Israel and Lebanon, effective today at 17:00 ET, and invited leaders to the White House.
Trump said Iran talks could resume “probably, maybe over the weekend,” indicating a possible near‑term nuclear deal without weapons.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned Pentagon is “locked and loaded” and U.S. blockade of Strait of Hormuz will stay as needed.
Oil prices hovered just below $100 per barrel as markets assess the impact of the Hormuz blockade and regional de‑escalation hopes.