Latest Politics News
Trump: Iran Response to US Peace Proposal 'Any Minute'
President Trump states Iran could reply to the latest US ceasefire plan at any minute amid ongoing conflict. Wartime fuel prices hit $4.53/gallon, up 25 cents. US launched Project Freedom to reopen Strait of Hormuz.
US Continues Strikes on Iranian Energy Sites Despite Pause Announcement
Following Trump's announcement postponing strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure, US military operations targeting critical sites persist. Iran warns of retaliation against attacks on oil facilities. Global oil markets react to volatility.
Mark Kelly Claims Trump Said He Should Be 'Prosecuted and Hanged'
Senator Mark Kelly sparks controversy alleging President Trump called for his prosecution and hanging. Debate intensifies online with accusations of unprecedented rhetoric. Occurs amid 2-month US-Iran war.
Israel Conducts Widespread Strikes on Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon
Israeli Air Force targets Hezbollah rocket launchers and terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon. Part of efforts to stabilize northern front after cross-border fighting.
Report: Israel Establishes Secret Military Outpost in Iraq Against Iran
Israel allegedly set up a secret base in Iraq to support air campaign against Iran, including strikes to hide it from Iraqi forces. Iraq reports one soldier killed in related incident.
Trump Warns of 'Project Freedom Plus' if Iran Talks Fail
President Trump threatens expansive military operation in Strait of Hormuz, dubbed Project Freedom Plus, if negotiations stall. Expresses frustration with Iran's response pace after pausing original Project Freedom.
IRGC Threatens Strikes on US Bases if Iranian Tankers Attacked
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps warns of targeting US sites in Gulf if tankers face fire, following US strikes on Iranian vessels in Gulf of Oman. Raises fears of wider escalation.
Trump Signs Sweeping Emergency Executive Orders
President Trump enacts series of emergency executive orders from Oval Office amid US-Iran conflict. White House describes as major wartime measures.
Israel-Lebanon Talks Include Military Reps for First Time
US-backed negotiations in Washington feature military representatives from Israel and Lebanon to advance Hezbollah disarmament. Aims for concrete steps after months of fighting.
Russia Offers to Take Iran's Enriched Uranium as Putin Calls for End to Conflict
Putin expresses hope for quick resolution to Iran war and reveals Moscow's offer to handle Iran's enriched uranium. Comes amid diplomatic talks involving Qatar and Saudi Arabia.