Oil prices rise after US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz strait

The flare-up further endangers the US-Iran ceasefire, which Trump extended indefinitely on 21 April.

U.S. and Zambia Feud: Trump Health Aid Deal Stalls Over Critical Minerals

The tussle put a spotlight on the administration’s attempt to replace the United States Agency for International Development with a new, “America First” alternative.

By John Eligon and Rabecca Lungu

Trump and Xi will struggle to strike a major economic deal

Just avoiding a renewed clash will count as success

US and Iran clash in Hormuz as ceasefire comes under strain

Washington says it launched strikes after Tehran attacked American destroyers

As Marcomentum sweeps the internet, Rubio, White House swear off 2028 talk

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has won over some former critics while Vice President JD Vance struggles with Trump’s shadow.

By Natalie Allison, Isaac Arnsdorf, Cat Zakrzewski

Trump news at a glance: US and Iran exchange fire, which president calls ‘love tap’

Skirmishes threw into question the viability of shaky ceasefire that had largely held for previous month– key US politics stories from 7 May at a glance The US and Iran were supposedly close to a peace deal on Thursday, according to Pakistani officials. That was before the US military and Iranian forces exchanged fire in the strait of Hormuz. Each side claimed the other shot first, with US Central Command saying its forces intercepted “unprovoked Iranian attacks” and responded with “self-defe...

By Guardian staff

Iran war live: Trump says ceasefire still ‘in effect’ as Iran, US clash

Iran accused the US of violating the ceasefire by targeting Iranian vessels and carrying out strikes on coastal areas.

White House calls out Newsom as California girls' track and field controversy reignites

The White House fires back at Gov. Gavin Newsom over California's policy allowing trans athletes to compete in girls' high school sports playoffs.

Oil resumes rally as U.S.-Iran fire exchange rattles fragile Hormuz ceasefire

Oil prices jumped on Friday after the U.S. and Iran exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz, raising fresh fears that the fragile ceasefire between the two countries is rapidly unraveling.

White House inviting Nvidia, Apple, Boeing CEOs on Trump’s China trip, report says

The Trump ⁠administration is inviting CEOs from ⁠Nvidia, Apple, Exxon, Boeing and other big companies to accompany the president on his trip to China next week, Semafor reported on Thursday. Executives from Qualcomm, Blackstone, Citigroup ‌and Visa are also on the invitation list, according to the report. A person familiar with the matter confirmed that Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser was invited. Qualcomm confirmed the invitation but declined to comment further. Reuters was not able to confirm ⁠th...

By Reuters

The history of US bases in Germany, and their role today

President Donald Trump is planning to cut US troop numbers in Germany. How many US bases are there in the country now, and what's their strategic importance?

US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks in Strait of Hormuz

On Thursday, the US and Iran exchanged accusations and fire in the Strait of Hormuz, with Washington saying it intercepted Iranian attacks and struck back at military targets, while Tehran reported retaliatory action and rising regional tensions. The fragile ceasefire faced fresh strain amid widening conflict risks.

By FRANCE 24

US launches a review of Mexican consulates that could lead to closures

The Trump administration is conducting a review of the 53 Mexican consulates in the United States

By Matthew Lee and Megan Janetsky

White House Lashes Out At Obama After Mark Hamill Posts AI Image Of Trump In Grave - Forbes

White House Lashes Out At Obama After Mark Hamill Posts AI Image Of Trump In Grave  Forbes

‘Hondurasgate,’ the alleged US and Israeli interference plot to destabilize Mexico and other progressive governments

A leaked audio recording points to former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández, Javier Milei, and Donald Trump as attempting to create a platform to spread fake news about the administrations of Claudia Sheinbaum, Lula, and Gustavo Petro

By Andrés Rodríguez

U.S., Iran exchange fire as Trump promises more ‘if they don’t get their Deal signed’

The president described the military action as a 'love tap' and said that the ceasefire was still 'in effect'

By Bloomberg News

Trump Hits FIFA Over Sky-High World Cup Ticket Prices: ‘I Wouldn’t Pay It’

FIFA president Gianni Infantino defended the tournament’s pricing model earlier this week against anger from fans over resale prices and dynamic pricing.

White House Slams Mark Hamill as ‘Sick Individual’ After ‘Star Wars’ Actor Posts Image of Donald Trump Dead

Mark Hamill, best known for portraying Luke Skywalker in the “Star Wars” film franchise, was blasted by Trump’s White House as a “sick individual” after he shared an AI-generated image of Donald Trump lying lifeless in a shallow grave. Hamill, on his Bluesky account Wednesday, posted the image of Trump in front of a headstone […]

By Todd Spangler

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announces birth of her daughter Viviana

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By TOI World Desk

US Iran war news LIVE: Trump says strikes against Iran are ‘love tap'; Tehran lays out new Hormuz rules

US Iran war news LIVE: Strait of Hormuz continues to be under blockade by the US and Iran and has unleashed the biggest oil supply shock in history, sending energy prices sharply higher.

White House calls Mark Hamill 'sick' after actor posts Trump gravesite image

The Star Wars actor wrote in a now-deleted social media post that US President Donald Trump should live long enough to "realize he'll be disgraced in the history books, forevermore."

Seoul shares open lower on profit hunting amid renewed tensions in Middle East

South Korean stocks started lower Friday on profit hunting following a recent rally and renewed military tensions in the Middle East after the United States and Iran exchanged fire. The benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index opened at 7,353.94, down 136.11 points, or 1.82 percent. The index had been on a bullish run to hit record highs for three consecutive sessions starting Monday, gaining nearly 1,000 points to close at a fresh high of 7,490.05 on Thursday. Overnight, the US and Iran clas

By The Korea Herald

White House aims for July 4 passage of Clarity Act, crypto adviser says

Leavitt steps away, DJ Rubio wings it: Trump’s White House looks increasingly chaotic

Marco Rubio’s extraordinary press briefing after Leavitt’s departure on maternity leave captured the disorder surrounding Trump, as political pressure mounts at home and abroad.

Iran talks rife with confusion as Trump voices hope

Trump has provided few details but maintains optimism about a war-ending deal

By Peter Weber, The Week US

Oz the Mentalist Nearly Predicted Karoline Leavitt's Baby Daughter Name

Oz the Mentalist had a hunch White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt would name her child Viviana ... and he was very close to being right!!! Karoline announced Thursday she'd given birth to a girl named Viviana ... but it looks like Oz…

By TMZ Staff

Trump spokeswoman Leavitt welcomes second child

Trump's spokeswoman -- who is best known for her acid put-downs of journalists -- posted a picture of herself in a nursery, cradling her baby daughter to her chest. The post Trump spokeswoman Leavitt welcomes second child appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announces birth of baby girl

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has announced the birth of her second child.

By Emmanuel Tetteh