Live: Iran rejects second round of talks with US as Trump threatens attacks

Tensions remain high in the Middle East as Iran has officially rejected a second round of proposed talks with the United States, as reported by the Islamic Republic News Agency. This development follows US President Donald Trump's earlier announcement that a delegation would be dispatched to Pakistan for renewed negotiations with Tehran.

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Almost 600 million barrels of oil blocked so far. 50 days of mounting pressure on LNG, jet fuel, fertilizer, and the essentials that the world depends on.

The situation at the Strait of Hormuz continues to be a critical point of concern. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, CEO of Abu Dhabi's state-owned oil company ADNOC, issued a stark warning about the global economic repercussions of the ongoing closure. He highlighted that approximately 600 million barrels of oil have been blocked, causing significant pressure on liquefied natural gas (LNG), jet fuel, and essential fertilizers. Al Jaber emphasized that the disruption impacts ordinary people worldwide, stating, "The global economy cannot afford more uncertainty."

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Behind every missing barrel, bills go up for ordinary people everywhere. The global economy cannot afford more uncertainty.

Pakistan's Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, confirmed he had spoken with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, assuring him of Pakistan's commitment to acting as a mediator. Sharif appreciated Iran's engagement and recent discussions held in Tehran. However, with Iran's rejection of the talks, the path toward de-escalation appears increasingly uncertain, leaving the international community watching closely for further developments.

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Hormuz belongs to the world. It must be returned to the world. Exactly as it was.