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Costa Rica has begun receiving migrants deported from the US under a bilateral agreement that allows up to 25 third-country nationals per week. The first group arrived on April 11, 2026, with a second flight following on April 17, reportedly including an Indian national. The deal, signed in March, provides limited legal status and humanitarian assistance through the International Organization for Migration.
US President Trump claims Iran's president sought a ceasefire while Washington conditions it on reopening the Strait of Hormuz; Tehran denies the request as talks between the US and Iran are set to begin.
The US Supreme Court heard oral arguments on whether President Donald Trump can end birthright citizenship via executive order, a move that would affect hundreds of thousands of children annually. The case, Trump v. Barbara, challenges the 14th Amendment's guarantee of citizenship to all born on US soil. A decision is expected by June, with the justices appearing skeptical of the administration's arguments.
The Trump administration has announced it will relocate the US Forest Service headquarters from Washington DC to Salt Lake City, Utah, and shut down regional offices as part of a major reorganization. The plan, announced by the US Department of Agriculture, also includes consolidating research facilities into a single site in Colorado and adopting a new state-based management structure. Union leaders and conservationists have criticized the move, with some calling it illegal under the fiscal year 2026 appropriations.
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to suspend construction of a $400 million ballroom at the White House, ruling that the project cannot proceed without congressional approval. The National Trust for Historic Preservation sued, arguing the president exceeded his authority by demolating the East Wing. The administration is appealing, citing security risks, while a planning commission has approved the project.
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the coming days will be decisive in the war with Iran, as the U.S. claims a 'decisive and overwhelming' victory and prepares for a possible handover of Iran's enriched uranium. The Pentagon is not ruling out any option, including ground troops, while a ceasefire holds.
The Trump administration has proposed transferring control of the Strait of Hormuz to a multinational consortium, as reported by The Daily Telegraph. The initiative, presented by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at a G7 meeting, faces opposition from Russia and concerns from Arab states, while Iran has closed the strait to certain vessels and allowed passage for others.
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco has paused his investigation into alleged voter fraud in a 2025 election after the California Supreme Court ordered him to do so. The probe drew criticism from state officials and voting rights groups over his seizure of ballots.
The White House says President Donald Trump is interested in having Arab countries pay for the war with Iran, while thousands of US troops arrive in the Middle East. The conflict enters its second month with mounting concerns over costs and new developments including UN peacekeeper deaths and threats from Iran's Revolutionary Guard.
A federal judge ruled that the Pentagon has not fully complied with an order to restore press credentials to seven New York Times reporters, after the department introduced a revised policy that critics say still restricts media access. The judge threw out a requirement for escorts and ordered a status report by April 16.
A year after President Trump's sweeping tariffs, the US Supreme Court struck down most of them, but the economic impact lingers: households paid about $1,000 more, manufacturing shed jobs, and global markets were roiled. This article examines the key facts, the legal battles, and the ongoing trade negotiations.
Pope Leo XIV has issued a pointed rebuke to US officials, quoting scripture to say that God turns away from prayers of those with 'hands full of blood.' The comments, made amid US-led strikes on Iran and negotiations in Islamabad, highlight tensions over the use of religious language in conflict.
In a speech at CPAC, Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi called for the complete dismantling of Iran's Islamic Republic and proposed a 'Cyrus Accords' to extend the Abraham Accords, envisioning a free Iran as a U.S. and Israeli partner. He rejected partial settlements with the regime, and in a separate address to Iranians, framed the ceasefire with the U.S. and Israel as evidence of the regime's historic blow and nearing collapse.
The Trump administration is reportedly considering deploying ground forces to seize Iran's Kharg Island, which handles 90% of the country's oil exports. Analysts warn that such an operation could expose US troops to missile and drone attacks and potentially prolong the conflict.
With a planned US-China summit in May still unconfirmed by Beijing, analysts are examining how the recent pause in the US-Iran conflict and Trump’s volatile governing style might shape the visit. Chinese observers see both opportunity and risk as Washington seeks maximum leverage while navigating multiple crises.
As the US-Israeli military campaign against Iran enters its 26th day, strikes persist while diplomatic efforts intensify. Reports indicate a deadly raid in Tehran, a proposed 15-point US plan, and regional responses including Saudi interceptions. Meanwhile, an analysis highlights the role of AI in US targeting decisions and its predictive failures.
As the US-Israel conflict with Iran intensifies, Pakistan has emerged as a potential mediator, leveraging its unique ties to both Washington and Tehran. While offering economic and strategic opportunities, experts warn of significant risks and limited progress so far.
As Cuba faces economic collapse amid US pressure and oil blockade, members of the Castro dynasty — including a grandson and great-nephew of the revolutionary leaders — are reportedly involved in behind-the-scenes talks with US officials, while one grandson publicly advocates capitalism.
The Trump administration is preparing orders to deploy 3,000 soldiers from the 82nd Airborne Division to support an operation designated "Epic Fury," though officials emphasize this represents contingency planning rather than a finalized decision to commit ground troops. The planning comes as the conflict, which began February 28, 2026, enters its fourth week with casualty figures and strategic assessments available only through limited single-source reporting.
A US federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to return 1,042 Voice of America employees to active duty by March 23 and resume broadcasts, ruling that Kari Lake lacked authority to suspend the workforce. The decision follows a separate ruling that Lake’s appointment to head USAGM was unlawful; the administration plans to appeal while employees seek to restore operations after weeks on administrative leave.