Iran's supreme leader is dead, says state media
Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the strikes launched by the U.S. and Israel on Saturday. Iranian state media confirmed the leader’s death hours after President Donald Trump made the same announcement. Khamenei has ruled since 1989 and held ultimate power as he continued to shape Iran’s Islamic Republic after the revolution. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine intelligence officer, Hal Kempfer, as reports indicate that Khamenei has no direct successor.
Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the strikes launched by the U.S. and Israel on Saturday. Iranian state media confirmed the leader’s death hours after President Donald Trump made the same announcement. Khamenei has ruled since 1989 and held ultimate power as he continued to shape Iran’s Islamic Republic after the revolution. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine intelligence officer, Hal Kempfer, as reports indicate that Khamenei has no direct successor.
Live updates: US strikes Iran amid nuclear program tensions
The United States and Israel have conducted military strikes on Iran amid tensions over the country’s nuclear program. Iran has responded by firing drones and missiles into Israel.
The United States and Israel have conducted military strikes on Iran amid tensions over the country’s nuclear program. Iran has responded by firing drones and missiles into Israel.
Experts raise concerns after strikes on Iran
LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with Middle East expert, Jonathan Strum, after reports that Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed after strikes launched by the U.S. and Israel on Saturday. This reporting was initially made public through President Donald Trump and Israeli officials. Israel’s military also said its strikes took out Ali Shamkhani, the secretary of the Iranian Security Council and a close adviser to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, and Mohammad Shirazi, the head of Khamenei’s military bureau.
LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with Middle East expert, Jonathan Strum, after reports that Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed after strikes launched by the U.S. and Israel on Saturday. This reporting was initially made public through President Donald Trump and Israeli officials. Israel’s military also said its strikes took out Ali Shamkhani, the secretary of the Iranian Security Council and a close adviser to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, and Mohammad Shirazi, the head of Khamenei’s military bureau.
Strike on Iran comes after reluctance to accept deal
We are getting the latest updates today after the United States and Israel conducted military strikes across Iran. The action comes after weeks of warning from the U.S. about Iran's nuclear weapons program and clashes between protesters and the country’s government. LiveNOW's Mike Pache is speaking with AP political reporter Will Weissert as we learn more about the White House's decision-making process for the strikes.
We are getting the latest updates today after the United States and Israel conducted military strikes across Iran. The action comes after weeks of warning from the U.S. about Iran's nuclear weapons program and clashes between protesters and the country’s government. LiveNOW's Mike Pache is speaking with AP political reporter Will Weissert as we learn more about the White House's decision-making process for the strikes.
Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei killed in strike
Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the strikes launched by the U.S. and Israel on Saturday.
Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the strikes launched by the U.S. and Israel on Saturday.
Iran attack: US posts footage of strikes, launch of Operation Epic Fury
U.S. Central Command posted aerial footage showing strikes on a variety of targets after launching a major attack on Iran Saturday.
U.S. Central Command posted aerial footage showing strikes on a variety of targets after launching a major attack on Iran Saturday.
FBI raises counterterror teams to high alert amid Iran tensions
FBI Director Kash Patel said Saturday that he has placed the bureau’s counterterrorism and intelligence teams on high alert as U.S. operations against Iran unfold.
FBI Director Kash Patel said Saturday that he has placed the bureau’s counterterrorism and intelligence teams on high alert as U.S. operations against Iran unfold.
US attacks Iran: Will gas prices go up?
Oil prices were already rising on fears of war before the U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran overnight. Here's why a wider war in Iran could lead to higher gas prices here at home.
Oil prices were already rising on fears of war before the U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran overnight. Here's why a wider war in Iran could lead to higher gas prices here at home.
World leaders react to 'Operation Epic Fury' US - Israel military strikes across Iran
Following the news that Operation "Roaring Lion", joint American-Israeli strikes targeting military sites inside Iran, had begun, world leaders shared their reactions.
Following the news that Operation "Roaring Lion", joint American-Israeli strikes targeting military sites inside Iran, had begun, world leaders shared their reactions.
Lawmakers react to 'Operation Epic Fury' US - Israel military strikes across Iran
Following the news that Operation "Roaring Lion" joint American-Israeli strikes targeting military sites inside Iran had begun, lawmakers reacted.
Following the news that Operation "Roaring Lion" joint American-Israeli strikes targeting military sites inside Iran had begun, lawmakers reacted.
Read Trump's full statement on Iran strikes: 'We can’t take it anymore'
President Trump has called Iran “the world’s number one state sponsor of terror." He warns U.S. casualties are possible as military operations continue.
President Trump has called Iran “the world’s number one state sponsor of terror." He warns U.S. casualties are possible as military operations continue.
U.S., Israel launch military strikes on Iran
FDD's Janatan Sanyeh joins LiveNOW's Shawna Khalafi to discuss the overnight breaking news that the United States and Israel have launched military strikes against Iran.
FDD's Janatan Sanyeh joins LiveNOW's Shawna Khalafi to discuss the overnight breaking news that the United States and Israel have launched military strikes against Iran.
President Trump's statement on Iran strikes
President Trump posted this 8-minute video to social media outlining his reasons for military strikes against Iran.
President Trump posted this 8-minute video to social media outlining his reasons for military strikes against Iran.
Mexico unrest sparks spring break shakeups at last minute as travelers scramble and pivot
Spring break travelers are changing their vacation plans based on Mexico violence concerns. Travel advisors recommend Caribbean alternatives amid Puerto Vallarta security concerns.
Spring break travelers are changing their vacation plans based on Mexico violence concerns. Travel advisors recommend Caribbean alternatives amid Puerto Vallarta security concerns.
Pakistan strikes Afghanistan as clashes intensify
We are hearing the latest from Islamabad tonight as according to the Associated Press, Pakistan's defense minister says that there is now an 'open war' with Afghanistan. This comes as Afghanistan and Pakistan exchanged significant cross-border fire Thursday. According to multiple reports, attacks were seen along their shared border and came after the Taliban said it launched retaliatory strikes on Pakistani military positions. We have also heard that Islamabad says it was responding to unprovoked fire in the area.
We are hearing the latest from Islamabad tonight as according to the Associated Press, Pakistan's defense minister says that there is now an 'open war' with Afghanistan. This comes as Afghanistan and Pakistan exchanged significant cross-border fire Thursday. According to multiple reports, attacks were seen along their shared border and came after the Taliban said it launched retaliatory strikes on Pakistani military positions. We have also heard that Islamabad says it was responding to unprovoked fire in the area.
RPT: American killed by Cuban forces in boat shootout
We are now hearing reports from at least one US official that says at least one American citizen was shot dead by Cuban officials who were said to be intercepting a speedboat off its coast on Wednesday. Secretary of State Marco Rubio previously said the U.S. is working to determine whether the passengers were American citizens or permanent residents. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Marc Caputo, a political journalist with Axios who has been following the speedboat shooting since learning about it this week.
We are now hearing reports from at least one US official that says at least one American citizen was shot dead by Cuban officials who were said to be intercepting a speedboat off its coast on Wednesday. Secretary of State Marco Rubio previously said the U.S. is working to determine whether the passengers were American citizens or permanent residents. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Marc Caputo, a political journalist with Axios who has been following the speedboat shooting since learning about it this week.
American released from Indonesia jail after serving 11 years for 'suitcase murder' as US case looms
Indonesia has freed and deported an American who spent 11 years in prison for the premeditated murder of his then-girlfriend's mother on the tourist island of Bali. Now, he's facing federal charges in the U.S.
Indonesia has freed and deported an American who spent 11 years in prison for the premeditated murder of his then-girlfriend's mother on the tourist island of Bali. Now, he's facing federal charges in the U.S.
What comes next after Cuba kills 4 on Florida boat
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer, after a violent confrontation in Cuban territorial waters on Wednesday morning left a number of people dead. Florida's Attorney General James Uthmeier posted on social media that he has directed the Office of Statewide Prosecution to work with law enforcement partners to begin an investigation after four people were killed, and six others were injured during a reported exchange of gunfire between a Florida boat and the Cuban Coast Guard.
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer, after a violent confrontation in Cuban territorial waters on Wednesday morning left a number of people dead. Florida's Attorney General James Uthmeier posted on social media that he has directed the Office of Statewide Prosecution to work with law enforcement partners to begin an investigation after four people were killed, and six others were injured during a reported exchange of gunfire between a Florida boat and the Cuban Coast Guard.
U.S. government staff in Mexico now free from curfew
We have heard the stories of a number of Americans who were stuck in Mexico as violence stemming from the killing of a cartel leader spilled out into the streets. CJNG leader "El Mencho" was killed this past Sunday during a Mexican army raid which was reportedly supported by U.S. intelligence. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer, after the United States Embassy in Mexico issued a security alert Wednesday which signaled a return to normalcy for government employees.
We have heard the stories of a number of Americans who were stuck in Mexico as violence stemming from the killing of a cartel leader spilled out into the streets. CJNG leader "El Mencho" was killed this past Sunday during a Mexican army raid which was reportedly supported by U.S. intelligence. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer, after the United States Embassy in Mexico issued a security alert Wednesday which signaled a return to normalcy for government employees.
Cuba: Boat from Florida opened fire on soldiers
We are getting the latest information tonight after Cuba's government said Wednesday that the 10 passengers on a boat that opened fire on its soldiers were armed Cubans living in the United States. They went on to claim that the passengers were trying to infiltrate the island and unleash terrorism. According to Cuban officials, the incident occurred on the morning of Feb. 25, 2026, near the El Pino channel in Cayo Falcones, located within the Villa Clara province. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall has the latest updates after Cuban authorities said the boat had a Florida registration number of ‘FL7726SH’.
We are getting the latest information tonight after Cuba's government said Wednesday that the 10 passengers on a boat that opened fire on its soldiers were armed Cubans living in the United States. They went on to claim that the passengers were trying to infiltrate the island and unleash terrorism. According to Cuban officials, the incident occurred on the morning of Feb. 25, 2026, near the El Pino channel in Cayo Falcones, located within the Villa Clara province. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall has the latest updates after Cuban authorities said the boat had a Florida registration number of ‘FL7726SH’.