Headline news for May 29, 2026: Asia’s largest security conference, Shangri-La Dialogue kicks off its twenty-third session in Singapore today. The US and Iran reach a deal to extend the ceasefire, pending President Trump’s approval. Oil prices mixed amidst conflicting reports on the US-Iran agreement to end the war.

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Headline news for May 29, 2026: Asia&rsquo;s largest security conference, Shangri-La Dialogue kicks off its twenty-third session in Singapore today. The US and Iran reach a deal to extend the ceasefire, pending President Trump&rsquo;s approval. Oil prices mixed amidst conflicting reports on the US-Iran agreement to end the war.
Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.&nbsp;
Written by: Nicole Teo (<a href="mailto:nicolet@sph.com.sg">nicolet@sph.com.sg</a>)
Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro or Howie Lim
Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media
Produced with AI text-to-speech capabilities
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Lens on Daily from The Business Times is a micro podcast to catch you up on the biggest news at the start of every business day. Lens on Singapore is a monthly big picture feature on current affairs, societal issues and government policies.
Podcaster: BT Podcasts
Produced by: The Business Times, SPH Media