Mr. Musk’s participation was notable because it is rare for a private citizen to be on a call between heads of state.

President Donald Trump announced that he ⁠will ⁠pause attacks on Iran's energy plants for 10 days at ⁠Tehran's request and said talks with Iran were going "very well," although an Iranian official dis...

The ongoing escalation comes as global markets continue to reel due to the partial blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, which has caused energy prices to soar.