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US President Donald Trump claimed a deal to end tensions with Iran is nearly complete and could be signed in Europe this weekend. He said Iran agreed to forgo nuclear weapons, prompting the US to halt planned military strikes and pursue diplomacy
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US President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that he has called off planned military strikes on Iran, citing progress in high-level talks with Tehran’s leadership.
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US President Donald Trump has said the upcoming FIFA World Cup will be the most successful in history, citing record ticket sales and global demand. He also confirmed discussions with FIFA President Gianni Infantino on unprecedented fan interest ahead of the tournament.
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US President Donald Trump congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming India’s longest-serving Prime Minister, hailing him as “a Great One” and praising his leadership.
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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned the Security Council that escalating tensions in the Gulf could spiral into a “full war.” He urged the creation of a “new security architecture” for the region.
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US President Donald Trump signalled further military action against Iran, saying Tehran would “pay the price” following the alleged downing of a US helicopter. He urged Iran to accept a nuclear deal and warned that additional strikes on key infrastructure remain possible
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Iran launched retaliatory attacks on Kuwait, and claimed strikes on Bahrain and Jordan, after US airstrikes targeted Iranian military sites following a helicopter crash near the Strait of Hormuz. Rising tensions threaten ceasefire efforts, disrupt shipping, and fuel global energy price increases
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A US Army Apache helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, with both crew members safe, President Donald Trump confirmed. The incident occurred amid heightened Iran-Israel tensions and ongoing US-Iran negotiations over a potential deal and regional de-escalation efforts
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US President Donald Trump said Iran is willing to forgo nuclear weapons and reach an agreement with Washington. He claimed US actions severely weakened Iran’s military and predicted a diplomatic victory soon, while endorsing Senator Lindsey Graham ahead of South Carolina’s Republican primary
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US lawmakers from both parties welcomed a federal court ruling striking down the Trump administration’s $100,000 H-1B visa application fee. Supporters said the fee worsened staffing shortages in healthcare and education, while the White House plans to appeal the decision in court
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Donald Trump defended his stance on the Iran war and denied breaking “no new wars” promises in a tense NBC interview. He also reiterated election fraud claims, backed a disputed DOJ fund, and abruptly ended the interview
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US President Donald Trump urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to retaliate after Iran launched missile barrages at Israel. Trump warned further escalation could derail US-Iran ceasefire negotiations, while Israel considered a strong response despite intercepting all missiles
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Iran launched missiles at Israel for the first time since the April ceasefire, retaliating for Israeli strikes in Beirut. The escalation threatened regional stability, prompted airspace closures, and raised fears of renewed conflict, while US President Donald Trump urged restraint and diplomacy
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Indian-American tech leader Sriram Krishnan will leave the White House at month’s end after helping shape the Trump administration’s AI strategy. He plans to focus on major AI challenges, while continuing to advise US policymakers on technology, infrastructure and innovation
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defended President Donald Trump’s economic agenda before Congress, highlighting tax cuts, wage growth and job creation. Democrats challenged the administration over inflation, tariffs and rising household costs, exposing deep partisan divisions over the US economy
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The Trump administration is shifting from campus-specific investigations to nationwide higher-education regulations, targeting issues such as DEI, admissions, transgender policies and antisemitism. Officials say the new approach will reshape thousands of institutions, while critics warn of increased federal influence over academia
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US President Donald Trump admitted to calling Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “crazy” during a tense phone call over Israel’s war with Hezbollah, which he said was complicating peace talks with Iran.
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Uncertainty over President Trump’s Taiwan policy, arms sales and security commitments is raising concerns about regional stability while boosting Beijing’s confidence
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US President Donald Trump said he persuaded Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to cancel a planned strike on Beirut. Trump also claimed Hezbollah representatives agreed to halt attacks, amid escalating regional tensions and fragile ceasefire efforts
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The United States and Iran are revising a draft agreement aimed at ending their conflict, with both sides proposing amendments. President Donald Trump seeks stricter nuclear provisions, while Tehran insists on protecting national interests before approving any final deal