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US officials say 'now is the time to end the war' as President Trump prepares to meet Ukrainian President Zelensky. The meeting will focus on the Russia-Ukraine peace process, and Zelensky is expected to attend the funeral of late Senator Lindsey Graham, whom Trump remembered as a 'lover of wars.'
Unreleased documentary footage shows the late US Senator Lindsey Graham celebrating the war on Iran and revealing he pushed for military action for years, according to reports. The footage also captures Graham pressing President Trump and foreign leaders to overthrow Iran's regime, at times advocating action beyond what Prime Minister Netanyahu supported.
House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries has launched the party's 'Fighting for an Affordable America' agenda, framing the midterm elections around the rising cost of living. In a campaign speech and a CNN appearance, he argued that Republicans have broken promises on costs and war, while touting polls that show widespread public concern over affordability.
Israel has approved the principles of a 20-point plan allowing the International Stabilization Force to enter Gaza, a key step in post-war reconstruction. The force, backed by the US-established Board of Peace, will coordinate with the IDF, while Hamas retains control of significant areas. Morocco has formally joined, with other nations contributing.
President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that he is directing his administration to allow US airlines to resume direct flights to Lebanon, ending a 40-year ban imposed after the 1985 hijacking of TWA Flight 847. The announcement followed a White House meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, who urged long-term calm after months of war between Israel and Hezbollah.
Shipping traffic through key Middle East chokepoints has fallen sharply following Houthi attacks on Saudi oil installations, with vessel transits at multi-month lows. Data from Kpler shows a significant decline in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb, as regional conflict disrupts trade.
President Trump said the US will recover the costs of its military operation against Iran 'many times over,' citing the example of Venezuela. Reports also highlight the estimated $37.5 billion cost and a request for additional funding.
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered on New York's Upper West Side to protest Mayor Zohran Mamdani, linking recent stabbing attacks to what they call mainstreamed anti-Israel rhetoric. Separately, a petition has been launched to remove the mayor, citing his handling of hate crimes and his social media statements about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Oil prices fell sharply on Monday after the US and Iran paused strikes over the weekend, with Brent crude dipping below $88 a barrel in some trading. The pause has raised hopes of a diplomatic solution, but shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea continue to keep markets cautious.
Mediators have made significant progress in efforts to bring the US and Iran back to negotiations, according to reports. Iranian officials deny seeking talks, while a US-initiated proposal was conveyed through Oman. Discussions are also underway to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
US President Donald Trump says the United States is in 'deep talks' with Iran and will resume military action if negotiations fail. Washington suspended its air strike campaign on Saturday, but regional reports of drone attacks suggest Tehran is testing the pause.
The Pentagon's latest casualty update shows at least 624 US service members wounded since the Iran conflict began in February, with a new 'Overseas Operations' category drawing scrutiny. The figures and their reclassification have sparked criticism from lawmakers and former military officials.
After nearly two weeks of intense exchanges, the US and Iran have paused military strikes, bringing a measure of calm to the Gulf region and global markets. Oil prices tumbled, and diplomatic channels appear to be reopening, with US officials signaling room for negotiations.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu departed for Washington for his eighth meeting with President Donald Trump since Trump's re-election, with Iran dominating the agenda amid ongoing hostilities. The visit, which includes attending Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral, takes place against the backdrop of a de facto ceasefire and internal debates in both Washington and Tehran over the conflict's next phase.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino used a 15-slide Instagram post to defend the 2026 World Cup against critics, claiming the tournament had '100% safety and security, only joy and happiness.' His comments come amid ongoing controversies over US visa restrictions and the treatment of the Iranian team, with Iran's coach calling his side the 'most oppressed' at the tournament.
The Senate has advanced the nomination of Jay Clayton, Donald Trump's pick for Director of National Intelligence, with a procedural vote. Despite a tense confirmation hearing, Clayton is expected to be confirmed later this week. Progressive groups have urged Democrats to oppose him over his role in subpoenas targeting New York Times journalists.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov that Tehran reserves the right to respond to a Ukrainian attack on an Iranian merchant ship in the Caspian Sea, which killed one sailor. Russia offered condolences and condemned the attack as an act of aggression.
Pakistan's KSE-100 index gained more than 7,000 points in intraday trade on Monday, crossing 178,000, as easing US-Iran tensions and falling oil prices boosted investor sentiment. Analysts also see a greater likelihood that the central bank will hold its policy rate.
Russia's Kremlin has stated there is no immediate prospect of resuming peace talks with Ukraine, while remaining open to negotiations. Separately, reports indicate a sudden halt in US-Iran strikes and declining EU support for Ukraine.
Iran and the United States have paused their attacks, offering a respite for Gulf shipping and oil markets. Oil prices fell sharply on Monday as investors reacted to the reduced hostilities, while US envoy Mike Waltz said President Trump was giving talks 'some space'.