Trump warns Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz or face destruction

TEHRAN/WASHINGTON, April 1 – The conflict stretching across Iran, Israel, and the broader Middle East showed no signs of easing on Wednesday, as fresh attacks rattled multiple countries and political rhetoric from Washington added further uncertainty. Airstrikes continued to pound Tehran while regional waterways and cities faced growing danger, raising fears of a wider and … Read more

US says coming days in Iran war will be decisive, urges Tehran to make a deal

TEHRAN/WASHINGTON, March 31 – The conflict involving the United States, Iran, and regional allies has entered what American officials describe as a critical phase, with Washington warning that the coming days could determine the trajectory of the war. As military operations intensify and diplomatic channels remain uncertain, a recent attack on a major oil tanker … Read more

Trump issues new threat against Iran’s civilian infrastructure if ceasefire is not reached quickly

WASHINGTON, March 29 – Tensions in the Middle East escalated sharply on Monday after President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, threatening to target key elements of its civilian and economic infrastructure if a ceasefire is not reached in the near future. His remarks come as the ongoing conflict continues to spread across … Read more

Iran warns US against ground invasion as regional diplomacy continues to halt escalating war

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan – The conflict stretching across the Middle East entered a dangerous new phase as Iran delivered a sharp warning to the US against any potential ground invasion, while regional powers gathered in Islamabad in a last-ditch diplomatic effort to de-escalate tensions. Despite ongoing talks, the situation on the ground continues to deteriorate, with … Read more

‘No Kings’ rallies sweep across the US and Europe as Springsteen leads Minnesota protest

ST. PAUL, Minn., March 28 – A wave of coordinated demonstrations under the banner of “No Kings” spread across the United States and into several European cities on Saturday, drawing large crowds united by opposition to the war in Iran and policies associated with President Trump. From major metropolitan hubs to small rural communities, protesters … Read more

Missile fired from Yemen as Israel and US target Iran, raising fears of wider war

TEL AVIV/WASHINGTON, March 28 – The Middle East entered a more dangerous phase on Saturday after Israel confirmed that a missile had been launched from Yemen, marking the first such incident since the war launched by the U.S. and Israel on February 28. The development has raised fresh concerns that the confrontation could widen further, … Read more

Trump signs order to pay TSA employees amid DHS funding deadlock

WASHINGTON, March 27 – President Donald Trump signed an executive order Friday authorizing payments for Transportation Security Administration employees, even as Congress remained locked in a bitter standoff over funding the Department of Homeland Security. The decision comes at a critical moment, with long security lines, staffing shortages, and growing frustration among travelers highlighting the … Read more

Iran and the US harden positions as Tehran tightens grip on Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN/ WASHINGTON, March 26 – Tensions across the Middle East escalated sharply on Thursday as Iran and the US moved further apart on the possibility of negotiations, raising fears of a prolonged and potentially more dangerous phase of conflict. With military activity intensifying on multiple fronts, including the Strait of Hormuz, southern Lebanon, and key … Read more

Pakistan has conveyed US proposal to Iran, talks may be held in Turkey or Pakistan, senior Iranian official says

WASHINGTON/TEL AVIV, March 25 – Tensions across the Gulf remain dangerously high as diplomatic signals begin to surface behind the scenes. A senior Iranian official has indicated that Pakistan has delivered a proposal from the United States to Tehran, opening a possible path toward negotiations. According to the official, both Pakistan and Turkey are being … Read more