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President Donald Trump and White House officials have fiercely criticized CNN reporter Kristen Holmes after she asked about his relationship with aide Natalie Harp. The exchange follows Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff's comments about Harp, which have sparked a partisan firestorm and brought scrutiny to the aide's close ties to Trump.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for an end to the war with the US, saying Iran was negotiating from a position of strength, even as the partial truce agreed in June expired without renewal. His remarks come amid a reported push by Iranian moderates to revive the economy, while hardliners reportedly favor prolonging the conflict.
Kyle Kirkwood won the first-ever IndyCar race in Washington, D.C., leading 128 of 147 laps in a dominant performance. Alex Palou's bid to clinch the championship was derailed by pit-lane troubles, shrinking his points lead to 91 with three races remaining.
Oil prices fell more than 1% on Monday as investors booked profits ahead of a US announcement on new sanctions against Iran. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to unveil what he calls an 'economic D-Day,' while analysts debate the effectiveness of the measures and the risk of Iranian retaliation.
As the US prepares new economic measures against Iran, its leaders face mounting internal pressure from a collapsing economy, disrupted trade, and fears of renewed popular unrest. Oil exports have nearly halted, the UAE has cut off trade, and officials publicly urge an end to the war.
Natalie Harp, an executive assistant to President Donald Trump, has come under public notice for her role as a constant presence at his side, personal letters expressing intense devotion, and involvement in recent security and political matters. Multiple outlets have reported on nicknames given to her by colleagues and observers, as well as questions surrounding her security clearance. White House officials have defended her loyalty and status.
President Trump’s July meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu was notably cool, reflecting a broader shift in U.S. politics where Israel faces unprecedented criticism. Polls show eroding support for unconditional aid, and Trump has declined to endorse Netanyahu ahead of Israel’s October election.
Iran announced an agreement in principle with Oman on a new maritime transit route in the Strait of Hormuz, with details still being finalized. The framework proposes a joint navigational corridor, but Iran says full reopening depends on the US meeting its conditions. Both countries are continuing technical negotiations, with foreign ministers set to meet soon.
President Trump's call to 'substantially' reduce US-South Korea military exercises has unsettled Seoul, which must balance alliance fidelity with the president's overture to Kim Jong-un. While some see diplomatic potential, critics warn of a weakened deterrent and a return to 'Korea passing.'
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said negotiations with Oman on Strait of Hormuz security have been delayed due to US and Israeli interference, while Tehran and Muscat work on a mechanism to ensure safe passage. Baghaei also reiterated Iran's refusal to accept US conditions for ending the Middle East conflict, warning that countries hosting US troops could face consequences.
Five months into the war, Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has cut oil traffic by 90%, defying US claims of control and prompting cautious NATO-facilitated talks. As Tehran asserts sovereignty over the waterway, the world faces an energy crisis with no easy resolution.
The United States has cancelled the Ssangyong amphibious landing exercise with South Korea, citing constraints on US forces due to the war in Iran. The move follows President Trump's order to scale back the separate Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise, raising questions about alliance reliability and prompting concerns in Seoul.
Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Iturup, one of the Kuril Islands disputed with Japan, prompting a strong protest from Tokyo and a sharp response from Moscow. The visit highlights the long-standing territorial dispute that has prevented a formal peace treaty between the two nations.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed a trilateral defence agreement in Mecca on August 7, pledging collective defence and drawing comparisons to NATO. US President Donald Trump praised the move, while India said it is studying the pact's implications.
Bangladesh has said it is open to joining the Saudi Arabia-Pakistan-Turkiye defence pact, with two junior ministers stressing any decision hinges on national interests. Meanwhile, reports of an invitation for Iran to join remain unconfirmed, with Tehran denying receiving any official proposal.
A Financial Times report citing sources close to Tehran says Iran has assessed striking US military assets in southeastern Europe, including bases in Bulgaria and Cyprus, if President Trump escalates the conflict. NATO says it is prepared to defend allies, while Bulgaria and Cyprus have taken precautionary measures and Cypriot officials deny the threat.
US President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to reduce joint military exercises with South Korea, calling them costly and a 'hostile' signal to North Korea. The announcement came as the exercises, which South Korea said would proceed as scheduled, were set to begin this week.
President Donald Trump announced that the United States will reduce joint military exercises with South Korea, citing his relationship with North Korea's Kim Jong Un and Seoul's refusal to support US efforts in Iran. The annual Ulchi Freedom Shield drills were shortened from 11 days to five, drawing reactions from allies and analysts while North Korea dismissed the move as still provocative.
As the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding set to expire on Monday, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for ending the war from a position of strength, while Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said no decision has been made to restart negotiations. The US is preparing intensified sanctions, and analysts note Iran's increased leverage.
The BBC is asking a US federal court to assist in serving subpoenas on Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner, and Donald Trump Jr. for testimony in the president's $10 billion defamation lawsuit over a documentary. Trump's lawyers have urged the court to reject the motion, calling it a politically charged discovery campaign. The case continues amidst procedural disputes and a motion to dismiss based on jurisdiction.