Trump tells Iran to ‘get serious’ on negotiations
We are now watching as President Donald Trump announces a call for Iranian leaders to engage "before it is too late, because once that happens, there is NO TURNING BACK." Trump's post came a day after he claimed a deal with Iran is around the corner. The United States has reportedly pitched a 15-point ceasefire plan that was eventually rejected. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report, who is helping us to understand the different statements released by Iran and the U.S. on where negotiations stand.
We are now watching as President Donald Trump announces a call for Iranian leaders to engage "before it is too late, because once that happens, there is NO TURNING BACK." Trump's post came a day after he claimed a deal with Iran is around the corner. The United States has reportedly pitched a 15-point ceasefire plan that was eventually rejected. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report, who is helping us to understand the different statements released by Iran and the U.S. on where negotiations stand.
Melting ice sends tiny house drifting down river
Drone footage captured a rare and striking moment in Vilnius, Lithuania, showing a small summer house drifting down a river after becoming detached as ice began to melt.
Drone footage captured a rare and striking moment in Vilnius, Lithuania, showing a small summer house drifting down a river after becoming detached as ice began to melt.
Trump tells Iran to ‘get serious’ on negotiations after Tehran dismisses ceasefire proposal
Iran and the United States released conflicting statements over the progress of diplomatic efforts to end the war after Iran rejected a U.S. ceasefire proposal.
Iran and the United States released conflicting statements over the progress of diplomatic efforts to end the war after Iran rejected a U.S. ceasefire proposal.
Future Iran strikes tied to diplomacy outcome
We are learning more about the ongoing conflict against Iran as the U.S. military is reportedly planning to send at least 1,000 more troops to the Middle East. The Associated Press is also reporting that the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency said there might be talks between Iran and the United States in Pakistan in the near future. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Dr. Benjamin Radd, a UCLA Political Scientist, as a new poll shows roughly 59% of Americans say U.S. military action during the conflict has been excessive.
We are learning more about the ongoing conflict against Iran as the U.S. military is reportedly planning to send at least 1,000 more troops to the Middle East. The Associated Press is also reporting that the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency said there might be talks between Iran and the United States in Pakistan in the near future. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Dr. Benjamin Radd, a UCLA Political Scientist, as a new poll shows roughly 59% of Americans say U.S. military action during the conflict has been excessive.
Trump says negotiations with Iran are ongoing
We are getting the latest updates as conflict continues across the Middle East in the wake of President Donald Trump’s ongoing war with Iran. While speaking to Republicans at a fundraiser in Washington, D.C., Trump insisted that Iran is still interested in cutting a deal. During the event, Trump went on to say, "They’re also afraid they’ll be killed by us," before quipping that no one wanted to lead Iran for fear of being assassinated. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer, as global energy concerns related to the conflict in the Middle East continues to impact trade around the world.
We are getting the latest updates as conflict continues across the Middle East in the wake of President Donald Trump’s ongoing war with Iran. While speaking to Republicans at a fundraiser in Washington, D.C., Trump insisted that Iran is still interested in cutting a deal. During the event, Trump went on to say, "They’re also afraid they’ll be killed by us," before quipping that no one wanted to lead Iran for fear of being assassinated. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer, as global energy concerns related to the conflict in the Middle East continues to impact trade around the world.
President Trump’s visit to China set for May after being postponed by Iran war
The long-planned, face-to-face meeting between the leaders of the world’s two largest economies will now take place in mid-May.
The long-planned, face-to-face meeting between the leaders of the world’s two largest economies will now take place in mid-May.
‘Lion King’ lyrics lawsuit: Comedian sued for $27M over viral translation
Comedian Learnmore Jonasi is being sued over his now-viral translation of the iconic “Lion King” chant, with the composer saying the intentional mistranslation denigrates its cultural significance.
Comedian Learnmore Jonasi is being sued over his now-viral translation of the iconic “Lion King” chant, with the composer saying the intentional mistranslation denigrates its cultural significance.
Trump says Iran negotiations ongoing as US strikes two-thirds of country's munitions plants
The Trump administration reportedly offered the ceasefire plan to Iran as the U.S. appears to look for an end to the war even as more troops head to the Middle East.
The Trump administration reportedly offered the ceasefire plan to Iran as the U.S. appears to look for an end to the war even as more troops head to the Middle East.
Heartwarming homecoming for American held in captivity for over a year in Afghanistan
Dennis Coyle, the American man released by the Afghanistan government after more than a year in captivity, is back on U.S. soil where loved ones were on hand to greet him.
Dennis Coyle, the American man released by the Afghanistan government after more than a year in captivity, is back on U.S. soil where loved ones were on hand to greet him.
Trump's approval rating hit new low amid Iran war, recent poll finds
President Donald Trump’s approval rating has slipped recently, according to a recent poll.
President Donald Trump’s approval rating has slipped recently, according to a recent poll.
Drivers play rock, paper, scissors to pass time in traffic jam
A traffic jam in South Africa took an amusing turn as two drivers faced off in a game of rock, paper, scissors.
A traffic jam in South Africa took an amusing turn as two drivers faced off in a game of rock, paper, scissors.
More troops reportedly being sent to Middle East
President Donald Trump said government officials were holding productive talks with Tehran, but Iran denied there were discussions as the war continues.
President Donald Trump said government officials were holding productive talks with Tehran, but Iran denied there were discussions as the war continues.
American Dennis Coyle freed in Afghanistan after January 2025 arrest
The U.S. Department of State announced Tuesday that Dennis Coyle, 64, was freed after being held without charges for approximately 14 months.
The U.S. Department of State announced Tuesday that Dennis Coyle, 64, was freed after being held without charges for approximately 14 months.
Iran war: Trump delays Iranian power plant attacks
We are learning more after President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the United States was talking with a "respected" Iranian leader. He also claimed the Islamic Republic was eager for a deal to end the Iran war. This comes as the Associated Press says President Trump told reporters on Monday that Iran wants "to make a deal." LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about what could come next as conflict continues in the Middle East with Daniel Rothenberg, a Professor of Practice within the School of Politics and Global Studies at Arizona State University.
We are learning more after President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the United States was talking with a "respected" Iranian leader. He also claimed the Islamic Republic was eager for a deal to end the Iran war. This comes as the Associated Press says President Trump told reporters on Monday that Iran wants "to make a deal." LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about what could come next as conflict continues in the Middle East with Daniel Rothenberg, a Professor of Practice within the School of Politics and Global Studies at Arizona State University.
Trump extends deadline for Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump extended his deadline for striking Iranian power plants as pressure mounts over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Trump says discussions will continue throughout the week as the war continues.
President Donald Trump extended his deadline for striking Iranian power plants as pressure mounts over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Trump says discussions will continue throughout the week as the war continues.
Trump faces face-moving week amid Iran conflict
President Donald Trump faces a fast-moving week amid pressing issues, including conflict in the Middle East which is driving up oil costs. Reactions are also coming in after former FBI Director Robert Mueller died at 81. President Trump reacted sharply on social media, posting, "Robert Mueller just died. Good, I’m glad he’s dead. He can no longer hurt innocent people!" LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is discussing this and a number of stories coming from the White House this week with Will Weissert of The Associated Press.
President Donald Trump faces a fast-moving week amid pressing issues, including conflict in the Middle East which is driving up oil costs. Reactions are also coming in after former FBI Director Robert Mueller died at 81. President Trump reacted sharply on social media, posting, "Robert Mueller just died. Good, I’m glad he’s dead. He can no longer hurt innocent people!" LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is discussing this and a number of stories coming from the White House this week with Will Weissert of The Associated Press.
Congressman worried after Trump’s threats against Iran
LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Congressman Adam Smith who represents Washington's 9th congressional district, as ongoing conflict in the Middle East enters its fourth week. This comes as a $200 billion request from the Pentagon for war funds is pending at the White House and oil prices continue to spike across the globe. Rep. Smith is taking time before the start of the work week to explain his reaction to ongoing war efforts from the White House.
LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Congressman Adam Smith who represents Washington's 9th congressional district, as ongoing conflict in the Middle East enters its fourth week. This comes as a $200 billion request from the Pentagon for war funds is pending at the White House and oil prices continue to spike across the globe. Rep. Smith is taking time before the start of the work week to explain his reaction to ongoing war efforts from the White House.
Trump warns Iran with 48-hour deadline over Hormuz
President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he would give Iran 48 hours to open the Strait of Hormuz or face new consequences. The Strait of Hormuz, a choke point for around 20% of the world’s daily oil supply, has been effectively shut down following recent attacks on Iran. Gram Slattery is a White House correspondent in Washington with Reuters, who joins LiveNOW’s Andy Mac with the latest political headlines.
President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he would give Iran 48 hours to open the Strait of Hormuz or face new consequences. The Strait of Hormuz, a choke point for around 20% of the world’s daily oil supply, has been effectively shut down following recent attacks on Iran. Gram Slattery is a White House correspondent in Washington with Reuters, who joins LiveNOW’s Andy Mac with the latest political headlines.
Trump threatens to 'obliterate' Iran power plants
President Trump on Saturday threatened to "hit and obliterate" Iran's power plants if it does not "fully open, without threat, the Strait of Hormuz, within 48 hours from this exact point of time."
President Trump on Saturday threatened to "hit and obliterate" Iran's power plants if it does not "fully open, without threat, the Strait of Hormuz, within 48 hours from this exact point of time."
Iran war continues to escalate
Kori Schake, director of foreign and defense policy at AEI, joins LiveNOW's J Russell to discuss the latest on the Iran war.
Kori Schake, director of foreign and defense policy at AEI, joins LiveNOW's J Russell to discuss the latest on the Iran war.