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Trump to Address Nation on Iran War Tonight
President Donald Trump will speak from the Oval Office at 9:00 P.M. EST for an important update on the one-month-long US war with Iran. The address comes amid ongoing Middle East hostilities that have killed nearly 3,000 and displaced millions.
The White House confirms US military readiness to defend firms in the region after Iranian threats.
US Supreme Court Hears Birthright Citizenship Case
The Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments today in a case that could end birthright citizenship, with Trump planning to attend—a first for a sitting president. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson dissented in a related recent ruling.
This follows Trump's executive order cracking down on mail-in voting.
UK PM Vows No Entry into Middle East War
UK Prime Minister states the Middle East conflict, now in its second month, is not Britain's war and pledges non-involvement. He emphasizes diplomatic efforts for de-escalation and reopening the Strait of Hormuz to ease energy costs.
The Foreign Secretary will host a meeting of 35 nations this week for maritime security.
Pope Leo Urges Trump for Iran War Off-Ramp
Pope Leo called on President Trump to find an 'off-ramp' to end Washington's war with Iran. This plea aligns with global concerns over the conflict's escalation.
Nearly 3,000 killed and millions displaced in the region per reports.
Trump Cracks Down on Mail-In Voting
President Trump signed an executive order directing a crackdown on mail-in voting. This move aims to tighten election procedures amid political tensions.
It coincides with Supreme Court actions on voting-related issues.
Federal Judge Rules on Migrant Status Revocation
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration unlawfully revoked legal status of thousands of migrants using Biden's appointment app. The decision restores protections for affected individuals.
This highlights ongoing immigration policy battles.
Rubio Urges Diplomats to Use X Against Propaganda
Secretary of State Marco Rubio directs diplomats to use social media platform X to counter foreign anti-American propaganda. The strategy targets Middle East narratives amid the war.
US flies fighter jets over Iranian land as tensions rise.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla to Visit US
Trump confirmed Britain’s King Charles III and Queen Camilla will visit Washington, D.C., April 27-30 for a state visit. The trip underscores strengthening US-UK ties during global crises.
It follows diplomatic engagements on the Iran conflict.
US Warns Americans in Saudi Arabia Over Threats
The State Department urged Americans in Saudi Arabia to shelter in place due to threats from Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps. The US military is prepared to defend firms in the Middle East.
This responds to escalating regional dangers.
American Journalist Kidnapped in Baghdad
Shelly Kittleson, an American journalist, was kidnapped in Baghdad, Iraq, yesterday. The incident occurs amid heightened instability from the Middle East war spillover.
No further details on her condition released yet.
South Africa Cuts Gas Tax Amid War-Driven Prices
South Africa's government announced a one-month gas tax reduction due to soaring prices from the Middle East war. This aims to ease economic pressures on citizens.
Inflation in Kenya also noted in regional impacts.