March 26, 2026 - Trump claims Iran is "afraid to say" they want to make a deal, as his approval ratings crater

Simon's live update for Tom Swarbrick's drivetime programme on the UK's LBC, as Trump held the first made-for-TV meeting of his Cabinet since the war began, and sounded very unsure about whether he truly wants to end the conflict.

US President Donald Trump has insisted that Iran is taking part in peace talks as he continues to push back on Tehran’s denials of being at the negotiating table. Simon's live update for The Claire Byrne Show on Ireland's Newstalk.

Simon's live update for "Tonight With Andrew Marr" on the UK's LBC.  This evening, the Iranians reject Trump's 15-point proposal, and on Capitol Hill anxiety grows about the possible deployment of American boots-on-the-ground in Iran.

Simon's live update for Tom Swarbrick's drivetime programme on the UK's LBC.Today....Iran spurns Trump's proposed 15-point peace plan, accusing the President of "negotiating with himself". And Google and Meta lose a massive court case over the addictive nature of their products, with huge global implications.

Simon's live chat with James O'Brien on the UK's LBC.

Simon's live update for LBC, with Henry Riley presenting.

Simon's live report for Iain Dale's programme on the UK's LBC.

Simon's live update for "Tonight With Andrew Marr" on the UK's LBC, as the US and Iran parry over whether talks between the two countries to end the war are taking place.

Simon's live update for Newzroom Afrika TV in South Africa, with Xoli Mngambi anchoring.  Today, is there a chance for peace between the US/Israel and Iran?

Simon's live update for Radio New Zealand's "Morning Report" with Ingrid Hipkiss.