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Melania Trump denied any involvement with Epstein or Ghislaine Maxwell, called for public hearings on Epstein’s victims, and rejected online smears in a speech at the White House.

"From the very beginning of Operation Epic Fury, President Trump estimated this would be a 4-6 week operation," Leavitt said. Countries like Pakistan, Australia, and Egypt welcomed the agreement.

Multiple US intelligence agencies cautioned that the Iranian government "poses a persistent threat" to US military and government personnel, Jewish and Israeli institutions, and Iranian dissidents.

Trump has threatened to escalate strikes against Iran's power plants and bridges if a deal, including reopening the Strait of Hormuz, is not reached by 8 p.m. on Tuesday.

Israel and the US put pressure on Iran militarily, but domestic politics and regional dynamics could shape how the conflict unfolds and eventually ends.

US President Donald Trump's proposal for 2027 includes increasing defense spending from $1 trillion to $1.5 trillion, while cutting back on major federal departments such as health and agriculture.

Among the names being discussed are FBI Director Kash Patel, Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll, and Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, the Atlantic said, adding that the timing was 'uncertain.'

Trump added that Tehran does not have to make a deal with Washington to end the conflict.

On Sunday, Trump showed reporters aboard Air Force One a large rendering of the new building, which will replace the East Wing.

Leavitt warned that anything Iran says to Washington privately will be tested and that the US would ensure that Tehran is held accountable to its word.