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.
Johnny Somali: What to know about Arizona 'internet troll' sentenced to prison in South Korea
An internet streamer with reported ties to Arizona has been sentenced to prison by a court in South Korea, following a number of incidents in that country. Here's what to know about the man who goes by the name "Johnny Somali" online.
An internet streamer with reported ties to Arizona has been sentenced to prison by a court in South Korea, following a number of incidents in that country. Here's what to know about the man who goes by the name "Johnny Somali" online.
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.
Powerball expanding to the UK
Powerball jackpots are set to grow even faster to those eye-popping multi-billion dollar prizes. Players from the United Kingdom will soon be able to buy in as well.
Powerball jackpots are set to grow even faster to those eye-popping multi-billion dollar prizes. Players from the United Kingdom will soon be able to buy in as well.
Hippos connected to Pablo Escobar face culling in Colombia
Dozens of hippos who descended from the ones brought to Colombia by onetime drug kingpin Pablo Escobar will be killed as the South American nation looks to control its population.
Dozens of hippos who descended from the ones brought to Colombia by onetime drug kingpin Pablo Escobar will be killed as the South American nation looks to control its population.
North Korean leader oversees missile tests from naval destroyer
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un directed more missile tests from his new warship to boost the navy’s operational abilities with his growing collection of nuclear-capable weapons.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un directed more missile tests from his new warship to boost the navy’s operational abilities with his growing collection of nuclear-capable weapons.
US military kills 2 suspected cartel operatives in latest Eastern Pacific lethal strike, SOUTHCOM says
The U.S. military carried out another lethal strike targeting suspected cartel operatives in the Eastern Pacific on Monday, killing two individuals believed to be involved in narcotics trafficking, according to U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM).
The U.S. military carried out another lethal strike targeting suspected cartel operatives in the Eastern Pacific on Monday, killing two individuals believed to be involved in narcotics trafficking, according to U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM).
Lynette Hooker missing case: Husband released from custody in Bahamas
Bahamian authorities released Brian Hooker, the husband of missing Lynette Hooker, on Monday after failing to file charges against him before a 7:20 p.m. deadline.
Bahamian authorities released Brian Hooker, the husband of missing Lynette Hooker, on Monday after failing to file charges against him before a 7:20 p.m. deadline.
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.
Travel warning expanded for Nigeria, embassy staff allowed to leave
The United States has expanded a travel warning for Nigeria. The embassy in Abuja, the African nation’s capital, is also allowing non-emergency government employees and their families to leave.
The United States has expanded a travel warning for Nigeria. The embassy in Abuja, the African nation’s capital, is also allowing non-emergency government employees and their families to leave.
Cuba’s president cautions US against targeting island or trying to remove him
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel comments come amid rising tensions between the two countries as Díaz-Canel has blamed the U.S. for a hostile stance, while keeping the door open for diplomacy.
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel comments come amid rising tensions between the two countries as Díaz-Canel has blamed the U.S. for a hostile stance, while keeping the door open for diplomacy.
Deadly antisemitic attacks reach 30-year high in 2025, report finds
A new report from Tel Aviv University found that 2025 was the deadliest year for antisemitic violence in more than three decades.
A new report from Tel Aviv University found that 2025 was the deadliest year for antisemitic violence in more than three decades.
Trump warns 'quick and brutal' end for Iranian ships at blockade
President Donald Trump threatened to destroy any Iranian naval ship that come close tot he U.S. blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, promising "quick and brutal" end.
President Donald Trump threatened to destroy any Iranian naval ship that come close tot he U.S. blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, promising "quick and brutal" end.
Trump's Iran blockade sparks oil price surge
After U.S. peace talks with Iran ended in a stalemate, President Donald Trump says the U.S. Navy will begin a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. According to a number of reports, Iran’s closure of the strait has triggered global economic turmoil, and reopening it was a key condition in U.S. efforts to reach a deal. Oil Analyst Tom Kloza joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss the potential impacts an ongoing blockade could have on already elevated oil prices.
After U.S. peace talks with Iran ended in a stalemate, President Donald Trump says the U.S. Navy will begin a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. According to a number of reports, Iran’s closure of the strait has triggered global economic turmoil, and reopening it was a key condition in U.S. efforts to reach a deal. Oil Analyst Tom Kloza joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss the potential impacts an ongoing blockade could have on already elevated oil prices.
Iran war latest: Trump says, "I'm fine" with Iran not returning to negotiating table
As the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran enters its 44th day on Sunday, Central Command said the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports would begin Monday morning.
As the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran enters its 44th day on Sunday, Central Command said the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports would begin Monday morning.
Trump’s naval blockade against Iran faces challenges
We are learning more today as President Donald Trump says that the U.S. Navy will now begin a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. "Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz," Trump said on Sunday. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about the possible logistical challenges behind Trump’s potential blockade against Iran with Daniel L. Davis, a senior fellow and military expert at Defense Priorities.
We are learning more today as President Donald Trump says that the U.S. Navy will now begin a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. "Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz," Trump said on Sunday. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about the possible logistical challenges behind Trump’s potential blockade against Iran with Daniel L. Davis, a senior fellow and military expert at Defense Priorities.
Trump orders Strait of Hormuz blockade amid Iran war
We are watching as the Iran war enters its 44th day on Sunday. This comes as no peace deal was reached after a nearly day-long negotiating session between the United States and Iran that featured Vice President JD Vance. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is discussing recent updates from the Middle East and the latest White House headlines from the Trump administration with Associated Press reporter Will Weissert.
We are watching as the Iran war enters its 44th day on Sunday. This comes as no peace deal was reached after a nearly day-long negotiating session between the United States and Iran that featured Vice President JD Vance. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is discussing recent updates from the Middle East and the latest White House headlines from the Trump administration with Associated Press reporter Will Weissert.