Trump and Hegseth Broadcast U.S. Military Strikes Before They Happen

Commanders do not usually speak publicly about future operations to avoid jeopardizing the mission’s success.

By Eric Schmitt

A guide to redistributing AI wealth

From Trump to Sam Altman, the idea is catching on. Does it make sense?

How rising inflation data is piling pressure on Trump

Also in today’s newsletter, the president baffles the world of Wall Street dealmakers with praise for Citigroup

Iran targets U.S. bases for a second night, raising fears of return to all-out war

Iran said it launched the attacks in Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan in response to U.S. strikes that it claimed effectively rendered the April ceasefire "meaningless."

By Victoria Craw, Siham Shamalakh

'Speaking with Putin? For Europe, there may be a window of opportunity. But how and for what purpose?'

On the eve of three major summits – the G7 in Evian, the European Council in Brussels, and the NATO summit in Ankara – Europe is positioning itself to take the lead in potential talks on Ukraine's future as Donald Trump remains mired in the Middle East, explains columnist Sylvie Kauffmann.

Trump threatens to seize control of Iranian oil and gas facilities as tensions escalate

US president warns of further military action as both sides accuse each other of breaching temporary ceasefire Middle East crisis – live updates US politics live – latest updates Donald Trump has said the US will take control of Iran’s oil and gas infrastructure and launch further strikes on Iran on Thursday night, just hours after the two countries exchanged fire for the second consecutive day despite a nominal ceasefire in place. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the US would hit Ira...

By William Christou in Beirut

Trump's pick for intel chief could imperil a key U.S. spy tool. Who is Bill Pulte?

Pulte's appointment has scrambled talks to renew a spy tool known as FISA 702, as lawmakers in both parties have been vocal about his lack of national security experience and role as a Trump loyalist.

By Eric McDaniel

Did US sneak 100 million barrels of oil out of Hormuz, as Trump claims?

The maths doesn't appear to hold up, even though the US has likely managed to get some oil out of the strait.

Kathy Griffin addresses old photo of her and Trump appearing to be friendly

Kathy Griffin confirmed an old photo with President Donald Trump was not made with AI, revealing she once had a friendly relationship with the president.

Baldwin, Khanna propose new direct foreign investment review board to probe Trump's deals

Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Rep. Ro Khanna, both Democrats, raised concerns with President Donald Trump's courting of foreign investment.

Trump probably won't scrap CUSMA, his trade deal with Canada and Mexico. Here's why

Despite U.S. President Donald Trump once again flexing his power to scrap his country's free trade deal with Canada and Mexico, there's plenty of reason to doubt he would actually follow through on such a threat.

Europe will use G7 to press Trump on its plan for talks with Russia – Bloomberg

European leaders plan to use the G7 summit for talks with US President Donald Trump in an effort to secure his support for a plan to restart negotiations between Ukraine and Russia with European participation.

By Khrystyna Bondarieva,Anastasia Protz

Iran war ceasefire close to collapse as Trump promises more strikes and eventual US control of Iranian oil and gas — follow live

The US will take "total control" of Iranian oil production in the "not too distant future," President Trump claimed. Recent US and Iranian strikes have rendered a ceasefire "meaningless," Tehran has said. DW has more.

Singapore says arrest warrants for 1MDB’s Jho Low still in force despite US clemency bid

Singapore police said arrest warrants for fugitive financier Jho Low remain active, even as the Malaysian continues efforts to seek clemency from US President Donald Trump. “Warrants of arrest and Interpol red notices for both Tan Kim Loong and Low Taek Jho are still in effect,” the police said in a statement on Wednesday. Tan is a known associate of Low and is also implicated in Malaysia’s multibillion-dollar 1MDB scandal. Low is accused by US and Malaysian authorities of masterminding the 1...

By Bloomberg

US and Iran exchange fire for a second day, undermining shaky ceasefire

The United States and Iran traded air ​attacks for a second straight day on Thursday, with President Donald Trump vowing further strikes if Tehran does not immediately agree to a peace deal. The escalation in hostilities began this week with Monday's downing of a US Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, which sparked a series of tit-for-tat attacks across Iran and on US bases around the region.

By FRANCE24

MTG flatly calls Trump a ‘traitor’ over his handling of the Epstein files

Greene said it was ‘absolutely ridiculous and unforgivable’ that Trump officials would cover up documents related to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

By Isabel Keane

Trump raises specter of fraud with baseless accusations about California elections

The US president calls state election officials ‘cheating dogs’ in the Democratic state where the Republican gubernatorial candidate finished second, signaling a strategy to undermine confidence ahead of the midterms

By Isaías Alvarado

What to know about Iran's Kharg Island as Trump threatens to seize it

Invade baby, invade: Trump eyes Kharg Island, Iran's energy spigot

President Trump is openly threatening to seize Iran's Kharg Island, a critical oil export hub, as a drastic measure to force Tehran into a deal. This marks a significant shift from his previous anti-interventionist stance, raising concerns about escalation and the potential for a costly, open-ended deployment.

By CHIDANAND RAJGHATTA

‘You don’t want to hide who you are’: The Irish J1 students going to Trump’s US

Demand for visas has remained ‘strong’ despite students’ safety concerns

By Jack Brady

Trump says fuel prices are ‘not very high’ despite Iran war; check latest prices

Trump says fuel prices are not very high despite the Iran war. Gas costs remain elevated, while many Americans expect prices to rise further.

Trump says US will take over Kharg Island soon, will hit Iran ‘very hard tonight’

US warns Iran after overnight strikes, while IRGC threatens to turn region into hell

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.

Will Hit Iran "Very Hard" Tonight, Take Venezuela-Like Control Of Its Oil: Trump

Will Hit Iran "Very Hard" Tonight, Take Venezuela-Like Control Of Its Oil: Trump

US and Iranian attacks dent ceasefire, Iranian sources say talks intensify

The United States and Iran traded air attacks on Thursday, and President Donald Trump threatened more strikes if Tehran does not immediately agree to a peace deal, but Iranian sources said talks on a preliminary deal had intensified. Three Iranian sources and a European official said the U.S. and Iran were exchanging messages on details […]

Watch: 'I love the inflation,' Trump tells reporters

US President Donald Trump appeared to embrace data showing inflation has risen more than 4%, telling reporters that he "loved" inflation.

US, Iran hit each other again as hopes for quick peace deal fade

The United States launched fresh attacks against Iran on Thursday, prompting Tehran to retaliate, as US leaders accused their counterparts of dragging out negotiations for a deal to end the three-month war. The second straight day of tit-for-tat strikes, with Iran targeting US bases across the Gulf, sent oil prices rising again. US President Donald Trump, who had repeatedly said negotiations with Tehran were close to an end, said on Wednesday that Iran keeps “playing us for suckers” and will ...

By none@none.com (AFP)

Trump says will hit Iran 'very hard' Thursday night

The US and Iran have traded strikes for two straight days, pushing the Middle East closer to the resumption of a full-scale war.

U.S. crude pops above $90 as Trump threatens to take Iran’s Kharg Island

Trump claims to ‘love’ inflation, at 3-year high

The 4.2% inflation rate is the highest since April 2023

By Peter Weber, The Week US

US and Iran wrangle over frozen funds as they edge toward interim deal, Iranian sources say

US President Donald Trump has repeatedly said a deal is close, while also threatening to intensify bombing

By Reuters

China renews call on US, Iran to halt fighting, return to dialogue

Military conflict to only 'escalate the situation,' Chinese Foreign Ministry says

By Anadolu Agency

Trump threatens more Iran strikes, capture of oil, gas infrastructure

President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened to hit Iran 'very hard tonight,' while claiming the U.S. will take 'total control' of Iran's oil and gas infrastructure soon. 'A...

Iran War: Trump Again Strikes Iran Out of Frustration With Refusal to Capitulate; More Reports of Trump’s Unhinged State; Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz; Doubts About Trump Claims of Covert Oil Transits

Today's Iran war news: Trump looks hopelessly mired in Iran due to his emotional instability and denialism. Billions will pay the price.

By Yves Smith

US, Iran exchange attacks as Trump threatens further escalation - The Daily Star

US, Iran exchange attacks as Trump threatens further escalation  The Daily Star

U.S. launches new strikes against Iran

The United States launched airstrikes against targets in Iran again last night.

Trump: We will hit Iran very hard tonight; at some point we will take Kharg Island and other oil facilities

"We will take full control of their oil and gas markets, just as we did with Venezuela," the U.S. president says — U.S.-Iran negotiations continue with mediation from Pakistan and Qatar The post Trump: We will hit Iran very hard tonight; at some point we will take Kharg Island and other oil facilities appeared first on ProtoThema English.

By Newsroom

Russia calls on US, Iran to ‘return to negotiating table’

The Kremlin called on the United States and Iran Thursday to restart peace talks and said the new strikes in their war would be bad for the world economy. The post Russia calls on US, Iran to ‘return to negotiating table’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayobami

African Union urges restraint as US-Iran tensions escalate

The African Union (AU) Commission has expressed deep concern over the renewed escalation of hostilities between the United States and Iran, warning that continued tensions threaten international peace and security and could have far-reaching consequences for African economies.

By Emmanuel Tetteh

Qatar condemns renewed Iranian attacks as regional escalation continues

Qatar’s condemnation comes as renewed U.S.-Iran attacks place Gulf states on alert and deepen concerns over U.S. military sites and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Qatar has strongly condemned… (The post Qatar condemns renewed Iranian attacks as regional escalation continues is from Doha News | Qatar.)

By Sebastian Marmol