Trump rejects a deal with Iran, while U.S. envoy Witkoff and analysts track the resulting impact on crude oil markets.

The entities involved

• Donald Trump →

  American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)

  • Trump's tariff policy is blamed for hurting U.S. agriculture, while Chris Beck runs against incumbent Cliff Bentz.07:52
  • The EPA, led by Administrator Zeldin, is proposing policy changes seeking to repeal existing standards under the authority of the Trump administration.07:46
• Steve Witkoff →

  American businessman and diplomat (born 1957)

  • High-stakes talks are ongoing between the US and Iran in Switzerland, involving JD Vance, Jared Kushner, and Steve Witkoff.Tue 14:28
  • Kushner and Witkoff traveled together for talks where Putin met with US envoys to discuss Russian-US projects and Kyiv negotiations.Tue 11:48
• Saudi Arabia →

  country in West Asia

  • Saudi aid and terrorism lawsuits link Saudi Arabia, the Taliban, and events at the World Trade Center and Pentagon.05:24
  • Trump plans increased strikes on Iran, while the US discusses military options against the country, which is viewed as a bully in the Middle East.05:03

Related events

• US officials, including Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, are discussing a potential deal with Iran amid military advice and Trump's warnings.Jun 7
• High-level envoys met with Iranian officials and addressed the UNGA regarding the future of the Middle East.Sep 23
• Trump's actions push crude oil prices above $75 after declaring Iran ceasefire over and threatening strikes.Jul 8
• Trump rejected the peace plan from Iran, leading to increased tensions in the Middle East and affecting oil prices.Sep 28
• Trump considers massive military attack on Iran, driving oil price surges and inflation reassessment.Jul 24