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The standoff between the United States and Iran has escalated to the next level. Tehran has warned that the vital waterway will not be fully reopened until Washington meets its demands. A top Iranian official said the U.S. must change its behavior, end the war against Iran and its regional allies, and release blocked Iranian funds. Meanwhile, Irans parliament is preparing legislation that could prevent military and commercial vessels from countries deemed hostile from entering the Gulf without I

Did American warships flee the Persian Gulf? Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has made a dramatic claim that the United States no longer has a single warship in the Persian Gulf following the 40-day Ramadan War. IRGC spokesperson Brigadier General Hossein Mohebbi said Washington previously had dozens of warships in the region and claimed Irans missile strikes forced the U.S. to reconsider the cost of continuing the conflict. But the claim comes amid U.S. Central Command statements that mo

U.S. President Donald Trump has revealed extraordinary details about a secret security operation during his trip from Turkey last month, saying the aircraft he ultimately flew on may have faced an even greater risk amid concerns over a potential Iranian assassination threat. According to a Washington Post report, Trump was secretly transferred between aircraft inside a catering truck as security officials sought to conceal which plane was carrying the president. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday,

Irans embassy in Kenya mocked Donald Trump after photographs showed an Army Avenger air-defence system protecting his Bedminster golf course. Parodying Trumps rhetoric, the embassy wrote that America was so frightened it brought missiles to defend against golf balls. The Avenger carries Stinger missiles designed to counter aircraft and drones, while a Sentinel radar also appeared near the course. Its deployment reflects serious presidential security requirementsnot proof that Trump is personally

President Donald Trumps appearance at the Patriot Games in Geneva, Ohio, sparked a wave of online claims that he was booed by the crowd.Video from the event has fueled debate over the crowds reaction, with social media users pointing to moments that they say show Trump receiving a negative response. However, the booing claim has not been independently confirmed, so the footage and crowd audio should be viewed in context.#DonaldTrump #Trump #TrumpBooed #PatriotGames #Ohio #Freedom250 #America250

Senators Rand Paul and Ron Johnson have released a new batch of text messages from Dr. Anthony Faucis government-issued phone, offering a glimpse into early 2021 discussions over the risks and benefits of COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy.#AnthonyFauci #RandPaul #RonJohnson #Fauci #COVID19 #COVIDVaccine #Vaccines #Senate #USPolitics #BreakingNews #WATCH #donaldtrump #trump

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he personally appealed to President Donald Trump to restore Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian immigrants.Mamdani said he spoke with Trump before City Hall announced that it was reviewing the work authorization of Haitian TPS holders whose legal protections had ended. He stressed the importance of TPS and argued that Haitian immigrants should continue to receive protection.#ZohranMamdani #DonaldTrump #Haiti #TPS #HaitianImmigrants #NYC #Immigrati

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth broke into his speech at the newly renamed Joint Base Lindsey Graham in South Carolina to explain why he was sweating so heavily during the August heat.

President Donald Trumps secret flight switch during his July trip from Turkey is sparking outrage after reporters and White House staff were reportedly left aboard an aircraft while the president was secretly moved to a smaller military jet. The alleged operation came amid fears of an Iranian assassination threat. Critics online are calling Trump a coward and questioning whether the press corps was effectively used as decoys. Heres what happened and why the bizarre escape is raising questions.

President Donald Trump has sparked fresh controversy after appearing to leave open the possibility of declaring a national security emergency over U.S. elections ahead of the 2026 midterms. During a late-night interview, Trump was asked about using emergency powers to push through election measures after a conservative host urged him to bypass Congress. Trump responded, stranger things have happened, before adding, Ill leave it at that.

President Donald Trump has declined to support Senate Majority Leader John Thune for another term, with the stalled SAVE America Act emerging as a major point of tension between the two Republicans. Trump has expressed frustration over the Senates failure to advance the voting legislation and Thunes decision to proceed with the August recess.

President Donald Trump appeared to fall asleep again during a White House meeting with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as cameras captured him slumped in his chair while others spoke.Trump aide and businesswoman Jayme Leagh Franklin, who was also present at the Oval Office meeting, drew attention as she appeared to smirk during the moment. The footage quickly sparked online reaction and renewed debate over Trumps repeated sleepy appearances at official events.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio faced questions over the reported secret operation that moved President Donald Trump between aircraft during his departure from Turkey. The operation, reportedly prompted by an Iranian threat, involved Trump secretly leaving the older Air Force One via a catering vehicle before boarding a smaller Air Force C-32A.

An undercover Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agent was reportedly stationed outside Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omars town hall in Richfield, Minnesota sparking a major political confrontation with the Trump administration. Omar is demanding answers from HSI regarding why the agent was outside her congressional event, how federal agents knew about the town hall, why local police were reportedly not informed, and whether federal agencies have monitored other official events involving

President Donald Trump launched a sharp attack on Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed while discussing Republican strategy for the upcoming midterm elections. Trump claimed that jihadists are being elected and referenced El-Sayed while questioning candidates he portrayed as coming from failed countries and telling Americans how to run the country.

Donald Trump has addressed a reported security scare surrounding his return from the NATO Summit in Turkey, amid claims that he secretly switched aircraft and may have been moved away from the press pool. Reports alleged Trump left Air Force One via a catering truck in Ankara and later boarded a second aircraft, reportedly a C-32A. Trump denied that the plane switch was caused by a security threat but acknowledged concerns over the large crowds and possible risks.

The death of William Shakin, a 25-year-old American lone soldier who served with the IDFs Golani Brigade, has sparked fresh questions over the psychological toll of combat. Shakin, who fought in Gaza and Lebanon, reportedly struggled with post-traumatic stress after returning to the United States and died by suicide. His family is seeking his burial at Mount Herzl, arguing that he suffered psychological wounds during his military service and did not receive the support he needed. Israels Defense

U.S. President Donald Trump's Patriot Games are facing scrutiny over an apparent push to fill seats ahead of Tuesday's finale in Ohio. Freedom 250, the MAGA-aligned group organising the event, has reportedly sent repeated emails urging people to attend as Trump prepares to appear at the $250,000 scholarship competition. The event has already faced questions over contestant selection, political ties and its move from Washington, D.C., to Ohio. The crowd push also comes after the widely mocked Gre

President Trump is coming to the defense of FIFA Chief Gianni Infantino as the soccer boss faces growing pressure to resign. Infantinos controversial FIFA Forward Enterprise plan triggered backlash from football leaders, with UEFA, CONCACAF and the AFC turning against him. Now Trump is warning FIFA against replacing his ally, praising Infantino as the man behind the most successful World Cup ever. As calls for his resignation grow, Infantinos increasingly turbulent FIFA future is under intense s

In 2014, after India became the first nation to reach Mars orbit on its maiden attempt, a New York Times cartoon depicted an Indian farmer with a cow knocking on the door of an Elite Space Club. The newspaper later apologised. Twelve years later, the symbolism has reversed. NASA has invited ISRO to partner in its Moon Base programme as the Artemis era moves towards sustained human presence on the lunar surface. India brings Chandrayaan-3s historic south-polar landing, Chandrayaan-1s role in dete

Sen. Adam Schiff sparked controversy after referring to Republicans as sons of b*tches while accusing them of pushing what he described as false claims about U.S. elections. The fiery remarks come amid ongoing partisan battles over election integrity, voting rights and public trust in American democratic institutions.

Iran is reportedly reorganising its national-security establishment for a confrontation that could outlast Donald Trumps presidency. Mojtaba Khamenei has elevated veteran IRGC commander Mohsen Rezaee to lead the Supreme National Security Council, while additional hard-line appointments are reportedly reshaping the Revolutionary Guard. The Wall Street Journal says the changes reflect growing distrust of Washington and a shift toward endurance rather than a rapid diplomatic settlement. Watch.

Former Mossad director Yossi Cohen says Israeli operatives toured Irans underground Fordow enrichment facility many times before it was bombed by the United States. His wording does not establish whether agents physically entered the complex or whether he meant extensive remote surveillance. Cohen also said uranium enriched to 60 percent remained far from a bomb. While below the roughly 90-percent weapons-grade threshold, 60-percent material remains a serious proliferation concern because much o

Raw footage shows President Donald Trumps departure from Turkey during an extraordinary security operation reportedly triggered by a credible Iranian assassination threat.According to reports, Trump initially boarded an older Air Force One in Ankara before being secretly transferred to a smaller Air Force C-32A. The reported operation allegedly involved moving the president across the airport in a catering truck while the original Air Force One served as a decoy.

Ramandeep Singh and Chaarlie Chauhan's wedding reception turned into a star-studded celebration as Yuvraj Singh, Abhishek Sharma, Arshdeep Singh, Harpreet Brar and other cricketers hit the dance floor with the newlyweds. The couple tied the knot in an intimate Anand Karaj ceremony before their reception videos went viral. Their eight-year relationship, kept private until their wedding, has also sparked curiosity, along with the age gap between the couple. Here's everything you need to know about