Martin Welcomes Iran Strike Postponement, Unveils Housing Plan

0:00That's your update from Europe News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey with the story. Irish Sishmishel Martin has welcomed US President Donald Trump's decision to postpone military strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure. Trump announced the five-day delay after productive talks with Tehran, following threats to target power plants if Iran did not reopen the straight-up. Hormuz by Midnight Monday. This comes amid the US and Israel's war in Iran, which has driven up global energy prices. Crude oil prices react to quickly, with Brent Crude dropping as much as 10 percent before settling about 8 percent lower at just under 100. $4 a barrel. Martin shared his thoughts while announcing plans for 542 new homes in Walkenstown, Dublin alongside housing officials. He stressed the need for the de-escalation to spread across the region and for the war to end soon. Even with the oil price drop, Martin avoided saying if it would change the

1:00Irish government's upcoming fuel price measures. Coalition leaders met Monday evening to finalize a package of temporary, targeted steps set for announcement on Tuesday. Volatile prices mean the government is pushing ahead with measured plans, including longer-term support for the college industry to keep it viable. Amid ongoing trade pressures.