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The United States and Iran concluded marathon talks in Islamabad on Sunday without an agreement, with US Vice President JD Vance saying Iran chose not to accept Washington's terms. Iranian officials countered that no one expected a deal in a single session, blaming 'excessive demands' from the US. The outcome leaves a fragile two-week ceasefire hanging in the balance as both sides weigh next steps.
Senior U.S. and Iranian delegations held nearly 15 hours of talks in Islamabad, the first direct high-level meetings between the two countries in over a decade. The negotiations, hosted by Pakistan, aim to end a six-week war triggered by U.S.-Israeli strikes on Tehran, with the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and a fragile ceasefire at stake.
The Trump administration has revoked the green cards or visas of at least four Iranian nationals connected to Iran's government, leading to the arrest of the niece and grand-niece of slain General Qassem Soleimani. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has cited their support for the Iranian regime as grounds for the actions.
The Trump administration has released new renderings of a proposed 250-foot triumphal arch to be built in Washington, DC, near the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery. The arch, which would feature a gilded Lady Liberty figure, eagles, and lions, has drawn criticism and a lawsuit from veterans groups. A key federal agency is set to review the plans amid ongoing legal and public scrutiny.
Israel has stated it will not discuss a ceasefire with Hezbollah in upcoming Washington talks, while the US hosts negotiations between Israel and Lebanon. The talks come amid continued hostilities on the ground and differing expectations from regional powers, with Iran insisting no ceasefire can hold without its involvement.
President Donald Trump shared a graphic video of a fatal hammer attack in Florida, allegedly by a Haitian migrant, to argue for stricter immigration policies and the end of deportation protections for Haitians. The suspect, Rolbert Joachin, was arrested and charged with homicide. The case has reignited the debate over Temporary Protected Status, with a federal judge recently blocking the administration's attempt to end it for Haitians.
The Justice Department is moving forward with a $68 million settlement with Texas land developer Colony Ridge, which includes $20 million for policing and immigration enforcement but no victim compensation. A federal judge questioned the settlement, and former officials criticize the lack of restitution for allegedly defrauded Hispanic residents.
Israel has decided to exclude France from direct negotiations with Lebanon, citing France's conduct over the past year as biased. The talks are set to begin next week in Washington at the ambassadorial level, with the US represented by Ambassador Michel Issa.
Zambia is resisting a US proposal that ties critical HIV treatment funding to access to its minerals, with 23 African countries having signed such deals. Zimbabwe has walked away from negotiations, and China is stepping up health aid in the region.
The fragile US-Iran ceasefire faces mounting strain as President Trump accuses Tehran of breaching promises on the Strait of Hormuz, while Israel strikes Lebanon and both sides dispute the agreement's scope. Talks in Islamabad aim to secure a lasting peace, but intelligence assessments suggest Iran remains defiant.
Preliminary OECD data shows international development aid from member countries fell by 23% in real terms in 2025, the largest annual drop on record, led by a nearly 57% reduction in US assistance. The Trump administration is also promoting a 'trade over aid' declaration at the UN, framing a shift away from direct aid as a rejection of a 'failed aid model.' Germany became the world's largest donor by default, while only four nations met the UN's 0.7% of GNI aid target.
Pheap Rom, a Cambodian refugee long settled in the US, was deported to Eswatini—a country he had no connection to—under a US policy that sends deportees to third countries. His story, along with a recent court ruling, raises questions about the legality and conditions of such deportations.
Pakistan mounted a frantic overnight diplomatic push to secure a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, after talks nearly collapsed following an Iranian strike on a Saudi petrochemical facility. The ceasefire, announced in the early hours of Wednesday, averts a catastrophic escalation and sets the stage for peace talks in Islamabad this Saturday.
Investigative reports by The Intercept allege the Pentagon has undercounted U.S. casualties in the Iran conflict, citing discrepancies in official counts and missing names from the Defense Casualty Analysis System. The Pentagon has not responded to these claims, which come as a fragile ceasefire holds.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomed the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, calling it 'very positive,' while issuing a rare rebuke of President Trump's threatening language. The ceasefire, brokered with Pakistan's mediation, temporarily reopens the Strait of Hormuz, but missile alerts in the UAE and Bahrain suggest continued volatility.
US Vice President JD Vance used a visit to Budapest to praise Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's energy policies and criticize European leaders for not doing enough to resolve the Ukraine conflict. Vance also accused the EU of election meddling in Hungary, while Orban stressed the need for US cooperation to address Europe's energy crisis.
Carlos Ivan Mendoza Hernandez was shot by ICE agents in Patterson, California, during an attempted arrest. Officials say he tried to run over an officer, but his attorney and dashcam footage raise questions about the sequence of events. Hernandez, who faces federal charges, was hit by multiple bullets and remains hospitalized.
The Trump administration has reiterated its intention to deport Salvadoran immigrant Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Liberia, despite his preference for Costa Rica and a judge's criticism of the plan. The case has become a flashpoint in the immigration debate, drawing scrutiny over the administration's motives and the legality of its deportation campaign.
Annie Ramos, wife of a US Army staff sergeant, was detained by ICE agents at a Louisiana military base days after her wedding. Released after five days in custody, her case highlights the impact of immigration enforcement on military families.
US Vice-President JD Vance’s two-day visit to Budapest, aimed at bolstering Viktor Orbán’s re-election bid, came as new revelations emerged about Orbán’s offer to help Vladimir Putin. The visit and alleged Russian interference highlight the unusual convergence of US and Russian support for Hungary’s leader, who faces a tough challenge from opposition candidate Péter Magyar.