President Donald Trump has reiterated his threat to deploy ICE agents to US airports if the DHS funding standoff continues, a move confirmed to assist TSA staff with security checks amid the partial government shutdown, which has drawn concern from former officials.
US President Donald Trump has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to attack its power plants and decimate energy infrastructure if the strait is not reopened. This has led to a rise in oil prices and warnings from Israel of prolonged conflict.
Cuban Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernández de Cossío and other envoys have reiterated that Cuba is preparing for the possibility of military aggression from the United States, emphasizing that it would be 'naive' for Havana to ignore such a threat, especially amid an ongoing oil blockade.
Cuba's national electrical grid has collapsed for the second time in a week, cutting power to over 10 million people across the country, with reports linking the outages to US sanctions impacting oil supplies.
Cuba's envoy stated the country is prepared for any potential attack from the US amid an oil blockade, also denying that the nature or members of the Cuban government are subject to negotiation with the US.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Department of Education have announced a joint partnership aimed at enhancing the collection of student loan debt.
The IRGC spokesperson used President Trump's signature phrase 'you're fired' to mock and issue a warning to the US leadership, amid escalating claims of victory and conflict between the two nations.
Three weeks after the joint US-Israeli war against Iran began, the conflict has reached a fuzzy state of mixed messages and uncertainty, with Donald Trump's public comments often seemingly…
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Global markets are experiencing significant turbulence as oil prices surge due to the ongoing Middle East crisis, with Asia-Pacific markets, including Tokyo's Nikkei average, seeing sharp declines amid escalating US-Iran tensions and concerns over prolonged oil supply disruptions.
President Donald Trump's 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz has intensified, with French President Emmanuel Macron joining Spain in calling for freedom of navigation and a moratorium on energy, amid fears of a global energy crisis and escalating US-Israeli aggression against Iran.
The US-Israel alliance in the Iran conflict continues to face scrutiny, with a former US counterterror chief discussing Israel's influence and the US Treasury Secretary defending attacks on Iranian infrastructure, stating that escalation is sometimes necessary for de-escalation.
Irish Taoiseach, Tánaiste, and Minister of State Seán Canney will meet to finalize fuel support measures to address massive inflation, attributed to the US war on Iran.
Former US counterterror chief Kent stated in a Washington Post interview that he is meeting with anti-Israel pundits to make a case to conservatives about the war with Iran, highlighting Israel's influence.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for the state's development during Bihar Diwas celebrations, highlighting progress under his leadership.
Republicans are largely on the defensive against Democratic criticism regarding the surge in gas prices, with figures from both parties advancing various arguments on the issue.
The plastic packaging industry is at risk of significant disruption due to potential petrochemical supply issues, stemming from the ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran.
Three weeks into the joint US-Israeli war against Iran, Donald Trump is reportedly at a crossroads as the US weighs tough options amidst mixed messages and uncertainty on the ground.
Cuba is preparing for a potential US military attack, with Havana announcing national mobilization following threats of intervention, an intensified embargo, and pressure to replace Díaz-Canel. Despite these tensions, Cuba asserts its right to self-defense while keeping the door open for diplomacy with Washington.
The escalating Middle East war has triggered a significant global oil shock, with WTI crude oil prices hitting $100 per barrel for the first time since 2022, fueled by concerns over supply disruptions following warnings from the US President regarding the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's response.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defended attacks on Iranian infrastructure, stating that 'sometimes you have to escalate to de-escalate' and that obliterating Iran's power plants is the 'only language' they understand.
Jose Medina-Medina, a Venezuelan migrant who entered the US under the Biden administration and was subsequently released, has been arrested in connection with the execution-style murder of 18-year-old Loyola student Sheridan Gorman in Chicago, sparking a tussle between Chicago and DHS.
After threats of military intervention, tightening of the embargo, and pressure to replace Díaz-Canel, Havana speaks of national mobilization but does not close the door to diplomacy.
On the occasion of Bihar Diwas, Prime Minister Modi commended Nitish Kumar for his contributions to the development and progress of the state of Bihar.
Kenya's foreign minister announced that Kenyan citizens who have illegally enlisted to fight for Russia in the war against Ukraine will be granted amnesty upon their return home.
Former US diplomat William Klein, who served in Beijing and Taiwan, provides an inside perspective on the Trump-Xi summits and US-China relations during his two-decade career.