Israel and Iran have temporarily ceased counterstrikes following a plea from Donald Trump, though Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu affirmed Israel's right to self-defense and warned of continued conflict with Iran and Hezbollah. Netanyahu also confirmed a ceasefire but threatened a strong response to any new attacks, indicating that the war with Iran and Hezbollah is not over.
Republicans in Congress are facing votes on several issues, including funding for President Trump’s ballroom project, a federal fund for allies claiming political persecution, and the war in Iran, testing their loyalty to the former president.
Republicans in Congress are seeking to add $1 billion for security at former President Trump's White House ballroom to their partisan plan for funding Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Gabriel Rufián, spokesperson for the Republicans in Congress, stated that there is a regression of the independentist right dragging ERC, asserting his party's historical role in leading Catalan and inspiring Spanish lefts.
Following the breakdown of negotiations, Republicans in Congress are reportedly moving forward with a more challenging approach to secure funding for Homeland Security.
Donald Trump denies a cease-fire with Iran, despite asserting Iran is eager for a deal and negotiating with the US, while Tehran denies direct talks. Amidst ongoing strikes, focus on Iran talks, and discussions of US troop deployment to the Middle East, crude oil prices and tech stocks have risen, as Iran reviews a US ceasefire plan.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has sent an open letter to Russian President Putin, proposing face-to-face negotiations to end the war, which he described as Putin's personal choice. Meanwhile, Putin stated Russia would bolster its air defenses in response to Ukrainian drone attacks, and former US President Trump announced plans for a promenade and a 'greatest triumph arch' in Washington.
Political analyst and podcast host Chuck Todd discusses with NPR's Leila Fadel what the ongoing tensions between former President Trump and Republicans in Congress signify for Trump's political agenda.
The Pentagon announced plans to withdraw 5,000 US soldiers from Germany, a move that has drawn criticism from influential Republicans in Congress and surprised local German communities. The decision could potentially be blocked by Congress, though details of the plan are emerging.
US official Pete Hegseth sparked controversy by quoting a fake Bible verse from the movie "Pulp Fiction" during a public address. He used the quote to criticize reporters, comparing them to the enemies of Jesus.
Following former President Trump's lead, Republicans in Congress are proposing to ban most voting by mail and are considering a restrictive voter I.D. bill.
Republicans in Congress are advocating for new legislation that would impose stricter voting requirements, including proof of citizenship to register to vote, as they brace for potential losses in upcoming elections.
Czech President Petr Pavel held his first meeting with US Congress members during his term, focusing on strengthening ties with six Republican representatives, including a 'Trump protégé' and the son of a former CIA chief.
King Charles III visited the United States, where he met with former President Donald Trump at the White House and was scheduled to deliver a historic address to a joint session of Congress. The visit aimed to strengthen the 'special relationship' between the two nations.
Top Republicans in Congress have devised a plan to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown. The proposal aims to circumvent Democrats and limit defections within their own ranks to pass the measure.
In recent days, multiple GOP lawmakers have gone public with their concerns over the war -- a range of issues Republican leadership will have to address as they face the task of securing new funding.
A growing chorus of Republicans in Congress have embraced rhetoric against Muslims and sharia law. But unlike in past years, their remarks have faced little public pushback from leadership.