AFBytes Quarter Rundown — Tuesday, July 28, 1:00 PM ET

Here's what's been making headlines today in the last 24 hours. President Trump described recent discussions with Iran as positive while reiterating readiness to strike additional targets. The comments came during a White House appearance. This mixed signal on diplomacy versus force affects oil markets and U.S. alliance coordination in the Middle East. Trump is set to host simultaneous diplomatic engagements with leaders from Ukraine and Israel amid ongoing conflicts. The meetings highlight overlapping U.S. strategic interests in Europe and the Middle East. These engagements could influence taxpayer spending and long-term military commitments that affect energy prices and shape alliance commitments. A new poll indicates only 33 percent of Americans support President Trump's military operations in Iran. Public uncertainty about objectives appears to be driving the low numbers. Low public backing for military action against Iran could influence congressional funding decisions and future U.S. troop commitments in the region. A senior Canadian official is traveling to Washington to discuss tariffs as the Trump administration signals possible changes to the existing North American trade pact. Changes to CUSMA could alter costs for Canadian and U.S. exporters and affect prices of goods crossing the border for American consumers. The former president defended new tariff proposals by equating them to previous actions later invalidated by the Supreme Court. He downplayed economic risks even as affordability remains central to upcoming midterm races. Tariff policies directly influence import costs that feed into household budgets for goods and energy. That's the day from where we sit — thanks for spending part of it with us. Stay with us at AFBytes for what's next.