Trump says Iran war “close to over” amid push for new peace talks

U.K. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is meeting U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Washington to discuss the economic impact of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. Reeves expressed frustration over the war’s effects on the U.K. economy, particularly due to rising energy prices, as warned by the International Monetary Fund. The IMF predicts the U.K. will face the hardest hit among advanced economies but expects a strong recovery next year. Reeves criticized the U.S. for entering the conflict without a clear plan, affecting families and businesses globally. Meanwhile, tensions continue in the Middle East, with Israeli strikes in Lebanon and Hezbollah launching rockets at Israel. Despite recent historic talks between Lebanon and Israel, violence persists, displacing over a million people in Lebanon since March. QUESTION: How might the ongoing conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran influence global economic stability and international relations in the future?