Iran US Conflict
Trump aides, fearing a midterm crash, push to keep Iran war 'quiet' for time being
Top Trump aides want to keep the Iran war contained heading into the midterms, as Republicans defend slim majorities. After the election, sources say stronger strikes could return.
US Embassy, Bahrain Interior Ministry issue alerts to citizens amid escalations with Iran
Supertankers carrying Saudi oil attacked by unknown projectiles while crossing Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Pezeshkian says Tehran will reciprocate if US honors interim deal commitments - report
Iran indicts Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, anti-regime journalists for ‘inciting’ January protests
According to Salehi, the defendants are accused of "creating the conditions" for the unrest on January 8 and 9, 2026.
I helped sell Obama’s Iran deal, and its critics owe us all an explanation - opinion
Each promised but failed breakthrough gave way to another promised breakthrough. And now comes the final indignity: the so-called memorandum of understanding.
Middle East reroutes its energy networks as region navigates shifting sands - analysis
Investments in new pipelines and energy products will be a key feature in the new regional order.
Qatari negotiators head to Tehran ahead of deal signing between US, Iran - report
Pakistan is now preparing for an electronic signing expected within the next 24 hours, followed by technical-level talks next week, according to Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
Trump faces Republican resistance on Iran war, key issues as midterm elections approach
Republican lawmakers are increasingly breaking from Trump on key policy issues as midterm elections approach, with further clashes expected over upcoming nominations.
Republican politicians warn Iran ceasefire deal could strengthen Tehran, would be 'disaster'
Republican lawmakers take to X, warning that a reported 60-day Iran ceasefire deal could strengthen Tehran and undermine US gains from the conflict.
US, Iran close to agreeing on 60-day extension of ceasefire, response expected by Sunday - report
The Strait of Hormuz has been a key issue raised by both the US and Iran after each country imposed closures and blockades of the waterway.
Trump cancels trip to son's wedding, returns to Washington amid key moment on Iran negotiations
Trump said that he "very much wanted to be with my son, Don Jr.," but couldn't because of undisclosed circumstances that required him to stay in the White House.
Iran is consolidating control of Hormuz with checkpoints, diplomatic deals, and fees
With Iran now in de facto control of the strait, the system can involve government-to-government arrangements, intense vetting by the Iranian government, and sometimes fees in exchange for passage.
Netanyahu 'not surprised' by US-Iran negotiations development, says there is 'full coordination'
"We are maintaining continuous contact with our friends in the US. I speak with President Trump on an almost daily basis," Prime Minister Netanyahu said.
