New York Times

1. Trump Says Iran’s Response to Latest U.S. Proposal ‘Totally Unacceptable’

   The United States and Iran have been discussing a 30-day extension to their cease-fire and a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

2. Trump Administration Is Considering Pausing the Federal Gas Tax to Lower Prices, Energy Secretary Says

   The tax is a little over 18 cents a gallon for gasoline. With the average national price above $4.50, the measure will provide little relief.

3. Oil Prices Rise as Prospects for U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Fizzle

   Oil prices rose and stock futures ticked down as investors reacted after the two sides failed to agree on a U.S.-Iran peace deal.

4. What Middle Powers Fear from the Trump-Xi Summit

   Asian nations worry that the president might trade security commitments for better economic terms with China during his planned meeting with Xi Jinping this week.

5. Why the Trump-Xi Summit Matters, Even if Little Seems to Come of It

   The war in Iran, trade, artificial intelligence and Taiwan are expected to be on the agenda. But expectations are modest.