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Trump Awaits Iran's Response to US Peace Proposal 'Any Minute'
President Trump states Iran could reply to the latest US peace plan any minute amid ongoing Middle East tensions. Ceasefire holds despite recent US-Iran fire exchanges. Wartime fuel prices hit $4.53/gallon, up 25 cents for second week .
US Launches Project Freedom to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Trump administration's military operation deploys destroyers, jets, drones to secure the key oil waterway carrying 20% of world oil. Two US-flagged ships transited safely despite Iranian missile/drone disruptions. Operation paused for final peace talks .
US Continues Strikes on Iranian Energy Infrastructure Despite Pause Announcement
Following Trump's postponement of strikes on Iran's energy sites after talks, US military ops targeting power facilities persist amid volatile rhetoric. Iran warns of retaliation if oil/energy attacked. Global oil markets react sharply .
Israel Conducts Widespread Strikes on Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon
Israeli Air Force hit Hezbollah rocket launchers, weapons storage, and terror sites after group fired rockets from civilian areas. Strikes eliminated operatives and infrastructure targeting Israeli civilians/IDF. Hezbollah retaliated with rockets/drones, wounding several .
Israel Establishes Secret Military Outpost in Iraq for Anti-Iran Ops
Report reveals Israel set up hidden base in Iraq to support airstrikes on Iran; conducted strikes to hide it from Iraqi forces. One Iraqi soldier killed in related incident. Part of broader regional campaign .
Trump Warns of Expansive US Military Op in Strait of Hormuz if Talks Fail
President Trump threatens new phase of operations if Iran delays peace talks. Comes days after pausing Project Freedom while awaiting response. Situation highly volatile .
Luxury Cruise Ship with Deadly Outbreak Docks in Canary Islands
Ship at center of fatal outbreak prepares to allow passengers off with medical teams ready. Maggie Rulli reports from site on preparations. Heightens global health concerns .
15 Hurt in Possible Boat Explosion Near Miami Beach
At least 15 injured in boat blast off Miami Beach; details on cause under investigation. Morgan Norwood covers from New York. Local emergency response mobilized .
Frontier Airlines Jet Kills Person on Denver Runway During Takeoff
Investigation launched after plane struck and killed individual walking on runway at Denver airport. Andrew Dymburt reports; safety protocols questioned. Incident halts operations briefly .
Explosion Rocks Louisiana Oil Refinery, Shakes Neighborhood
Blast at refinery disrupts local area; impacts on operations and injuries unclear. Adds to US energy sector vulnerabilities amid global tensions. Covered in ABC broadcast .
Nationwide US Redistricting Battles Intensify
Political fights over redistricting maps escalate across states, affecting elections. Key legal and partisan clashes highlighted. Part of ongoing electoral reshaping .
Michigan Teen Charged in Shooting of Mother of Eight and 15-Year-Old After Soccer Match
18-year-old faces charges for post-game shooting wounding mother of eight and teen. Motive under probe; community mourns. Raises youth violence concerns .