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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a CBS '60 Minutes' interview that the war with Iran is not over until enriched uranium is removed and enrichment sites dismantled. He also discussed weaning Israel off US military aid and acknowledged failures in public diplomacy. US President Donald Trump insisted he won't sign a deal with Iran until its nuclear program is dismantled.
Reports indicate growing friction between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the ongoing conflict with Iran, with Trump reportedly disappointed by unmet expectations and Netanyahu asserting full coordination. Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth denies that Israel dragged Trump into war, insisting the president has led at every step.
Iran has submitted its response to a US proposal to end the ongoing conflict through Pakistani mediators, according to Iranian state media. The talks are reportedly focused on ending hostilities, with negotiations also addressing the Strait of Hormuz and a possible interim agreement.
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, security experts and lawmakers warn of heightened terrorism risks, including homegrown extremists and drone threats. The US-Israel conflict with Iran and depleted counter-terrorism expertise amplify vulnerabilities, prompting calls for National Guard involvement and a unified federal security posture.
Relative calm has returned to the Strait of Hormuz after days of naval clashes, with Washington awaiting Tehran’s response to a US peace proposal. Iran has questioned the seriousness of American diplomacy, while US officials say they expect a reply soon.
The Pentagon's inspector general has opened an investigation into whether U.S. military commanders followed proper procedures in striking alleged drug-trafficking vessels in the eastern Pacific and Caribbean. The operation has killed at least 192 people, according to reports, and has drawn criticism from legal experts and international bodies over its legality and lack of evidence linking the boats to drug trafficking.
The US military struck a vessel in the eastern Pacific on Friday, killing two people and leaving one survivor, according to US Southern Command. The attack is the latest in a series of strikes on suspected drug-trafficking boats that have killed over 190 people since September, prompting legal and human rights concerns.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said new American strikes in the Strait of Hormuz were carried out in self-defense and are not part of Operation Epic Fury. He also warned Iran against controlling shipping in the strait and said Washington is awaiting Tehran's response to proposals. Meanwhile, reports suggest the US military is considering renaming its campaign 'Operation Sledgehammer' if a ceasefire collapses.
The Trump administration is reportedly considering new oversight of artificial intelligence following concerns about AI-powered cyberattacks and the capabilities of advanced models like Anthropic's Mythos. Reports indicate potential regulatory frameworks similar to the FDA's drug approval process or Britain's AI safety standards, marking a shift from the president's earlier noninterventionist stance.
Reports indicate that Saudi Arabia refused to allow the US to use its bases and airspace for 'Project Freedom,' a military escort operation in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting President Trump to pause the initiative. The decision followed a call between Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman that failed to resolve the dispute.
South Korea and the United States are set to hold high-level defense talks in Washington next week, with the transfer of wartime operational control and inter-Korean buffer zone access control expected to be key agenda items. The talks come amid differing views on the timeline for the OPCON transfer, which Seoul hopes to complete by 2030.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Operation Epic Fury, the US-Israeli offensive against Iran, has concluded after achieving its objectives. However, clashes in the Strait of Hormuz and conflicting claims between Washington, Tehran, and the UAE suggest the ceasefire remains fragile.
As the US-Iran conflict intensifies, analysts and officials point to a pattern of US military interventions without clear exit strategies, citing Henry Kissinger's warnings and the costly wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. The conflict has strained US resources, isolated Washington from allies, and raised global economic concerns.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio travels to the Vatican for talks with Pope Leo XIV as President Trump renews criticism of the pontiff over Iran. The pope, who marks his first anniversary, denies supporting Tehran's nuclear ambitions and urges dialogue. The visit is seen as an effort to ease tensions between Washington and the Holy See.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called on South Korea, Japan, Australia, and European nations to contribute to securing the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that the US mission is temporary and allies must share the burden. The US has imposed a naval blockade on Iran and launched 'Project Freedom' to restore safe passage, with President Trump also pressing Seoul to participate.
US President Donald Trump is reportedly torn between negotiating with Iran and ordering military strikes after recent attacks on US ships in the Strait of Hormuz, according to US officials cited by the Wall Street Journal. Trump himself said he would prefer not to 'blast the hell out of' Iran, but acknowledged military action remains an option.
The US and Iran exchanged attacks in and around the Strait of Hormuz, with Washington launching 'Project Freedom' to reopen the waterway and Tehran accusing the US of reckless military action. The UAE reported intercepting Iranian missiles and drones, while the US said it sank six Iranian boats. Both sides deny each other's accounts of the clashes.
The US and Iran exchanged fire over the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, with Washington launching a naval operation to reopen the waterway and Tehran responding with attacks on ships and a UAE port. A fragile ceasefire appeared to be at risk as both sides reported strikes and denied the other's claims.
An explosion and fire aboard a South Korean-operated ship in the Strait of Hormuz has triggered a diplomatic push by U.S. President Donald Trump for Seoul to join the American-led 'Project Freedom' mission. While Trump blames Iran, South Korean authorities are investigating the cause, and Iran has denied involvement.
Video game retailer GameStop made a surprise $55.5bn takeover offer for eBay, which the online marketplace's board rejected, citing financing concerns and the proposal's lack of credibility. The bid, led by CEO Ryan Cohen, would have been a David-and-Goliath deal, with eBay worth roughly four times more than GameStop.