WASHINGTON, June 29 – President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax-cut and spending bill overcame a significant legislative obstacle, as the U.S. Senate narrowly voted to open debate on the massive 940-page megabill. The vote, held during an intense weekend session, saw the chamber divide 51-49, with two Republican senators breaking ranks to oppose the bill. The … Read more
TEHRAN, IRAN, June 28 – Iran mourned the loss of high-ranking military officials, prominent nuclear scientists, and civilians who lost their lives during the recent deadly conflict with Israel. Streets were lined with black-clad mourners on Saturday, a reflection of the national grief and defiance that has gripped the Islamic Republic following the devastating airstrikes and … Read more
WASHINGTON, June 27 – The U.S. Supreme Court delivered a 6-3 ruling on Friday that limits the ability of lower federal judges to issue sweeping nationwide injunctions against presidential directives. The case, centered on a controversial order related to birthright citizenship, marks a win for President Donald Trump and his allies advocating for stronger executive … Read more
June 27 – U.S. stock futures climbed in early trading Friday, pointing to a positive market open as investors looked ahead to crucial inflation figures and grew more confident in the possibility of the Federal Reserve easing its policy stance in the near future. The gains put both the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq on … Read more
WASHINGTON, June 25 – U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Israel to call off Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s ongoing corruption trial or issue a full pardon, praising the Israeli leader as a hero and expressing unwavering support. Trump’s remarks, posted on his social media platform Truth Social, reflect his belief that Netanyahu should be protected … Read more
THE HAGUE/ISTANBUL, June 25 – President Donald Trump confirmed Wednesday that the United States will initiate nuclear negotiations with Iran next week, marking a potentially significant shift in the wake of recent intense military conflict between the two nations. Addressing reporters during a NATO summit in The Hague, Trump stated that the goal of the … Read more
THE HAGUE, June 25 – NATO leaders convened in The Hague on Wednesday for a pivotal summit that centered around a substantial increase in defense spending—a move that closely aligns with long-standing demands from U.S. President Donald Trump. The gathering, hosted by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in his hometown, aimed to demonstrate renewed commitment … Read more
WASHINGTON/TEL AVIV/ISTANBUL, June 24 – A preliminary U.S. intelligence report suggests that recent American airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure failed to eliminate the threat, merely delaying the program by a couple of months. The disclosure comes as a fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel begins to take effect, following intense military exchanges that spanned nearly … Read more
ISTANBUL/WASHINGTON, June 23 – In a bold and fiery declaration, Iran issued a chilling warning to U.S. President Donald Trump, vowing to end the escalating war following a recent U.S. airstrike that devastated Iranian nuclear sites. Iranian military leadership condemned Trump’s direct involvement in Israel’s ongoing military campaign, branding him a “gambler” who had recklessly … Read more
WASINGTON, June 21 – In a dramatic escalation of ongoing Middle East tensions, President Donald Trump announced late Saturday that the United States had launched targeted military strikes on three major Iranian nuclear facilities. Addressing the nation from the White House, Trump called the operation a “spectacular military success” and a critical step in halting … Read more