Iran reimposes restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz
Retired Marine Corps intelligence officer and strategic risk assessment professional Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall to speak about the latest updates coming out of the Middle East. We learned this weekend that Iran has now re-closed the critical Strait of Hormuz in response to the blockade from the United States on Iranian ships and ports. This comes as, according to early reports, a 10-day ceasefire in Israel and Lebanon began at midnight Friday and appears to be holding.
Retired Marine Corps intelligence officer and strategic risk assessment professional Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall to speak about the latest updates coming out of the Middle East. We learned this weekend that Iran has now re-closed the critical Strait of Hormuz in response to the blockade from the United States on Iranian ships and ports. This comes as, according to early reports, a 10-day ceasefire in Israel and Lebanon began at midnight Friday and appears to be holding.
Iran conflict forces shift in military aid to Europe
According to new reporting from Reuters, some officials in the United States have told their European counterparts that some previously contracted weapons deliveries are likely to be delayed. This comes as the Iran war reportedly draws on weapons stocks. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Gram Slattery, a White House correspondent for Reuters, as President Donald Trump recently suggested a second round of direct peace talks could happen this weekend.
According to new reporting from Reuters, some officials in the United States have told their European counterparts that some previously contracted weapons deliveries are likely to be delayed. This comes as the Iran war reportedly draws on weapons stocks. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Gram Slattery, a White House correspondent for Reuters, as President Donald Trump recently suggested a second round of direct peace talks could happen this weekend.
Iran war latest: Strait of Hormuz closed again due to US blockade
Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz again as the war enters its 49th day Saturday.
Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz again as the war enters its 49th day Saturday.
Summer travel forecast: Jet fuel crisis could mean more than just higher fares
Experts say summer travelers should prepare not just for higher prices, but also for fewer flights, “more schedule volatility and fewer low-fare options" if the Iran war continues.
Experts say summer travelers should prepare not just for higher prices, but also for fewer flights, “more schedule volatility and fewer low-fare options" if the Iran war continues.
Pope Leo on Trump: 'Not in my interest' to debate him
Pope Leo addressed the back-and-forth comments involving President Trump this weekend, saying it was “not in my interest” to debate Trump, and that he would continue preaching the Gospel message of peace.
Pope Leo addressed the back-and-forth comments involving President Trump this weekend, saying it was “not in my interest” to debate Trump, and that he would continue preaching the Gospel message of peace.
Iran latest: Strait of Hormuz 'completely open' says Iran foreign minister
Iran foreign minister announced the Strait of Hormuz is 'completely open' a day after the announcement of the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
Iran foreign minister announced the Strait of Hormuz is 'completely open' a day after the announcement of the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed a 10-day ceasefire
President Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire as pressure continues for Iran to agree to a deal.
President Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire as pressure continues for Iran to agree to a deal.
Iran will play in 2026 World Cup in U.S. despite war, FIFA president says: report
FIFA says Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup, even as tensions with the U.S. raise concerns about safety.
FIFA says Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup, even as tensions with the U.S. raise concerns about safety.
Global economic growth impacted amid Iran war
Nationwide, average gas prices have climbed by over a dollar per gallon since the start of conflict between the United States and Iran. According to experts, these elevated prices are anticipated to continue throughout the summer months. This comes as President Donald Trump says the price of oil might remain high even through the November midterm elections. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Phil Rosen, the chief market strategist for ProCap Financial, after markets recently reacted to conversations between the U.S. and Iran that took place in Pakistan over the weekend.
Nationwide, average gas prices have climbed by over a dollar per gallon since the start of conflict between the United States and Iran. According to experts, these elevated prices are anticipated to continue throughout the summer months. This comes as President Donald Trump says the price of oil might remain high even through the November midterm elections. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Phil Rosen, the chief market strategist for ProCap Financial, after markets recently reacted to conversations between the U.S. and Iran that took place in Pakistan over the weekend.
Trump says China agreed to not send weapons to Iran
We are getting reactions after President Donald Trump referenced China in a post on social media, saying they're "very happy" that he is reopening the Strait of Hormuz. This comes as both Iran and the United States have expressed interest in returning to in-person negotiations to reach a peace deal. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with national security analyst, Hal Kempfer, as two U.S. officials indicated that discussions for another meeting were ongoing and could happen as soon as Thursday.
We are getting reactions after President Donald Trump referenced China in a post on social media, saying they're "very happy" that he is reopening the Strait of Hormuz. This comes as both Iran and the United States have expressed interest in returning to in-person negotiations to reach a peace deal. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with national security analyst, Hal Kempfer, as two U.S. officials indicated that discussions for another meeting were ongoing and could happen as soon as Thursday.
Iran latest: CENTCOM says no vessels have made it past US forces blockade of Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump suggested the end of the Iran war may be in sight in new interview as the blockade of Iranian ports continues. No ships have made it past U.S. forces.
President Donald Trump suggested the end of the Iran war may be in sight in new interview as the blockade of Iranian ports continues. No ships have made it past U.S. forces.
Gas price spike hits consumers as Iran war continues
LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with economic strategist, Dan Varroney as average gas prices nationwide are up more than $1 per gallon since the war in Iran began at the end of February. According to experts, prices at the pump are expected to remain high through the summer. This comes as President Donald Trump says a second round of talks between the United States and Iran could happen "over the next two days," according to a recent interview with the New York Post.
LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with economic strategist, Dan Varroney as average gas prices nationwide are up more than $1 per gallon since the war in Iran began at the end of February. According to experts, prices at the pump are expected to remain high through the summer. This comes as President Donald Trump says a second round of talks between the United States and Iran could happen "over the next two days," according to a recent interview with the New York Post.
Iran latest: Trump seeks 'grand bargain' in Iran deal, Vance says; Israel-Lebanese meeting called 'productive'
The U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz went into effect on Monday morning, with President Donald Trump threatening to eliminate Iranian ships that try to run it.
The U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz went into effect on Monday morning, with President Donald Trump threatening to eliminate Iranian ships that try to run it.
Erika Kirk misses Georgia Turning Point USA event over safety concerns
Vice President JD Vance revealed that Erika Kirk, the widow of slain activist Charlie Kirk, opted out of the Athens Turning Point USA event on Tuesday due to safety concerns.
Vice President JD Vance revealed that Erika Kirk, the widow of slain activist Charlie Kirk, opted out of the Athens Turning Point USA event on Tuesday due to safety concerns.
Inflation 2026: Gas prices drove March numbers up to levels not seen in years
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, shifting the trajectory further away from the Fed’s target.
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, shifting the trajectory further away from the Fed’s target.
Trump warns 'quick and brutal' end for Iranian ships
The U.S. Central Command is currently working to maintain a blockade of all Iranian ports starting Monday. This follows President Donald Trump's Sunday announcement that the Navy would restrict all maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. The decision comes after weekend ceasefire negotiations with Iran failed to progress. Maritime analyst Sal Mercogliano joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss the potential consequences should the Strait of Hormuz stay closed to Iranian vessels.
The U.S. Central Command is currently working to maintain a blockade of all Iranian ports starting Monday. This follows President Donald Trump's Sunday announcement that the Navy would restrict all maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. The decision comes after weekend ceasefire negotiations with Iran failed to progress. Maritime analyst Sal Mercogliano joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss the potential consequences should the Strait of Hormuz stay closed to Iranian vessels.
Fuel and fertilizer prices could stay high for ‘a prolonged period,’ IEA head warns
The head of the International Energy Agency issued an ominous warning Monday for anyone looking forward to some relief from high energy prices and their downstream effects.
The head of the International Energy Agency issued an ominous warning Monday for anyone looking forward to some relief from high energy prices and their downstream effects.
US military blocks Iranian ports after ceasefire talks
We are watching the Middle East this week after President Donald Trump announced Sunday that the Navy would block any ships entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz. This comes after ceasefire talks with Iran stalled in Pakistan over the weekend. President Trump recently took to social media to post an update on the U.S. blockade on the Strait of Hormuz. LiveNOW's Mike Pache is speaking with Major General (Ret.) Bob Dees, a US-Israeli Affairs Expert, about the escalating war and the potential for future conflict in the region.
We are watching the Middle East this week after President Donald Trump announced Sunday that the Navy would block any ships entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz. This comes after ceasefire talks with Iran stalled in Pakistan over the weekend. President Trump recently took to social media to post an update on the U.S. blockade on the Strait of Hormuz. LiveNOW's Mike Pache is speaking with Major General (Ret.) Bob Dees, a US-Israeli Affairs Expert, about the escalating war and the potential for future conflict in the region.
Trump blasts Pope Leo XIV on Truth Social: “Weak on crime" and foreign policy
President Donald Trump took aim at Pope Leo XIV in a Truth Social post on Sunday night following recent comments from the pontiff, and took credit for the Illinois native’s elevation to the papacy.
President Donald Trump took aim at Pope Leo XIV in a Truth Social post on Sunday night following recent comments from the pontiff, and took credit for the Illinois native’s elevation to the papacy.
Ways to save money on gas amid Iran war price hikes
Loyalty programs, tracking apps and paying with cash can help save money on gas as prices remain high this spring and summer. Here are some specific tips.
Loyalty programs, tracking apps and paying with cash can help save money on gas as prices remain high this spring and summer. Here are some specific tips.