CENTCOM announces new strikes against Iran
We are learning more as US Central Command (CENTCOM) announces that American forces have carried out additional strikes against Iran in the early morning hours of Monday. In a statement on social media, CENTCOM said the strikes were intended to degrade Iran’s “ability to attack civilian mariners and commercial ships freely transiting the Strait of Hormuz.”
We are learning more as US Central Command (CENTCOM) announces that American forces have carried out additional strikes against Iran in the early morning hours of Monday. In a statement on social media, CENTCOM said the strikes were intended to degrade Iran’s “ability to attack civilian mariners and commercial ships freely transiting the Strait of Hormuz.”
Zelenskyy asks for faster arms deliveries from allies
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's call for allies to ensure Ukraine secures weapons more quickly. This comes as Russia reportedly launched missile and drone attacks at Ukraine on Saturday.
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's call for allies to ensure Ukraine secures weapons more quickly. This comes as Russia reportedly launched missile and drone attacks at Ukraine on Saturday.
U.S. launches strikes against Iran
The U.S. has launched strikes against Iran, according to U.S. Central Command. These strikes come after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed and attacked a commercial ship.
The U.S. has launched strikes against Iran, according to U.S. Central Command. These strikes come after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed and attacked a commercial ship.
Trump threatens Iran after death threats made against him
President Trump threatened Iran shortly after midnight Saturday after the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei saw calls for his killing. This comes as U.S. officials have demanded Iran make a guarantee that the Strait of Hormuz is open and ships passing through will no longer be attacked. There have been multiple days of U.S. strikes against Iran after the ceasefire between the two countries seemingly fell apart. “1000 Missiles are Locked and Loaded and aimed at the Islamic Republic of Iran, with thousands of more to immediately follow, should the Iranian Government act on its threat, pronounced in many corners of the Globe, to assassinate, or attempt to assassinate, the sitting President of the United States of America, in this case, ME! Orders have already been given, and the U.S. Military is ready, willing, and able, for a one year period of time, subject to extension, to completely decimate and destroy all areas of Iran - PRAISE BE TO ALLAH! President DONALD J. TRUMP,” the president wrote on social media site Truth Social overnight.
President Trump threatened Iran shortly after midnight Saturday after the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei saw calls for his killing. This comes as U.S. officials have demanded Iran make a guarantee that the Strait of Hormuz is open and ships passing through will no longer be attacked. There have been multiple days of U.S. strikes against Iran after the ceasefire between the two countries seemingly fell apart. “1000 Missiles are Locked and Loaded and aimed at the Islamic Republic of Iran, with thousands of more to immediately follow, should the Iranian Government act on its threat, pronounced in many corners of the Globe, to assassinate, or attempt to assassinate, the sitting President of the United States of America, in this case, ME! Orders have already been given, and the U.S. Military is ready, willing, and able, for a one year period of time, subject to extension, to completely decimate and destroy all areas of Iran - PRAISE BE TO ALLAH! President DONALD J. TRUMP,” the president wrote on social media site Truth Social overnight.
INTERVIEW-HAL WITH AUSTIN ON IRAN-JG-071026
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to break down the new demands from the U.S. to Iran, calling for a guarantee that the Strait of Hormuz is open and there will be no more attacks.
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to break down the new demands from the U.S. to Iran, calling for a guarantee that the Strait of Hormuz is open and there will be no more attacks.
Trump agrees to continue Iran talks, but reiterates 'cease fire is over'
President Trump took to social media Friday morning, saying the United States has agreed to resume "talks" with Iran, but continued to express that the ceasefire between the two nations is over.
President Trump took to social media Friday morning, saying the United States has agreed to resume "talks" with Iran, but continued to express that the ceasefire between the two nations is over.
Syria set to be removed from US state sponsored terrorism list
The Trump administration is taking steps to amend one of the longest-running U.S. foreign policy designations by removing Syria from the State Sponsors of Terrorism list.
The Trump administration is taking steps to amend one of the longest-running U.S. foreign policy designations by removing Syria from the State Sponsors of Terrorism list.
Student pilot lands safely after instructor jumps out of plane mid-flight
A 22-year-old student pilot safely landed a plane Saturday after her instructor jumped out of the aircraft and died mid-flight over Argentina.
A 22-year-old student pilot safely landed a plane Saturday after her instructor jumped out of the aircraft and died mid-flight over Argentina.
Ukrainian drones target Russian oil refineries
We are learning more this week as President Donald Trump says the United States will give Ukraine a license to manufacture Patriot air defense systems. Experts say the move could mark a significant shift from supplying Kyiv with American-made weapons to helping Ukraine produce them itself. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with global shipping expert Sal Mercogliano as Ukrainian drones reportedly struck three Russian oil refineries this week as the war between the two nations continues.
We are learning more this week as President Donald Trump says the United States will give Ukraine a license to manufacture Patriot air defense systems. Experts say the move could mark a significant shift from supplying Kyiv with American-made weapons to helping Ukraine produce them itself. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with global shipping expert Sal Mercogliano as Ukrainian drones reportedly struck three Russian oil refineries this week as the war between the two nations continues.
Trump takes questions after NATO summit in Turkey
We are watching as President Donald Trump travels back from a NATO summit in Turkey that he took part in this week. “I have a threat all the time. I’m No. 1 on their list,” he said during the trip, repeating comments from earlier Wednesday that he is one of Iran’s top assassination targets. President Trump also took part of the trip on the new Qatari jet that will serve as Air Force One in the future. His first flight on the new jet was to North Dakota last week.
We are watching as President Donald Trump travels back from a NATO summit in Turkey that he took part in this week. “I have a threat all the time. I’m No. 1 on their list,” he said during the trip, repeating comments from earlier Wednesday that he is one of Iran’s top assassination targets. President Trump also took part of the trip on the new Qatari jet that will serve as Air Force One in the future. His first flight on the new jet was to North Dakota last week.
Trump says Iran ceasefire is 'over;' US strikes Iran for 2nd time
Renewed fighting between the United States and Iran has raised questions about whether the two sides will resume all out war.
Renewed fighting between the United States and Iran has raised questions about whether the two sides will resume all out war.
Fitness, 'looksmaxxing' influencer Connor Murphy reportedly dies in apparent drowning in Thailand
Connor Murphy, a fitness influencer and YouTuber, reportedly died after an apparent drowning in Thailand.
Connor Murphy, a fitness influencer and YouTuber, reportedly died after an apparent drowning in Thailand.
Brazen pickpockets prey on vulnerable tourists as vacation island is swarmed by millions
As tourists descend on one of Spain's most popular summer destinations, the familiar problem of pickpocketing has emerged.
As tourists descend on one of Spain's most popular summer destinations, the familiar problem of pickpocketing has emerged.
El Niño surges toward 'monster' territory, signaling an active winter for East and West coasts
The El Niño surge signals an active winter for East and West coasts.
The El Niño surge signals an active winter for East and West coasts.
Iran latest: US military launches new strikes on Iran
At least 108 ships passed through the strait over the weekend, according to data firm Kpler.
At least 108 ships passed through the strait over the weekend, according to data firm Kpler.
Iran latest: Mourners vow revenge at Khamenei funeral
Funeral services for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei continued Sunday as the United States presses ahead with negotiations aimed at fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz.The U.S. Navy described traffic along the vital waterway as steady but below prewar levels. The threat level, however, remained "substantial" as crews worked to clear mines and survey the strait.
Funeral services for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei continued Sunday as the United States presses ahead with negotiations aimed at fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz.The U.S. Navy described traffic along the vital waterway as steady but below prewar levels. The threat level, however, remained "substantial" as crews worked to clear mines and survey the strait.
Trump prepares to meet NATO allies at Turkey summit
LiveNOW’s Anna Marsick is speaking with James “Jim” S. Gilmore III, a former U.S. Ambassador to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) as President Donald Trump prepares to travel to Turkey for a NATO summit this week. President Trump has continued to push NATO allies to spend more on defense. However, heading into this week’s summit, the president’s top concern appears to have shifted. "We don’t need their money — we don’t need anything. I just want loyalty," Trump said during a visit last month by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
LiveNOW’s Anna Marsick is speaking with James “Jim” S. Gilmore III, a former U.S. Ambassador to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) as President Donald Trump prepares to travel to Turkey for a NATO summit this week. President Trump has continued to push NATO allies to spend more on defense. However, heading into this week’s summit, the president’s top concern appears to have shifted. "We don’t need their money — we don’t need anything. I just want loyalty," Trump said during a visit last month by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
Trump wants ‘loyalty’ from NATO allies heading into summit
Trump is expected to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during summit as well.
Trump is expected to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during summit as well.
Iran latest: Peace talks on hold while Iran mourns late supreme leader
Peace talks between Washington and Tehran appear to be on hold while Iranians mourn Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed by U.S. forces in the opening moments of the conflict. Even as the six-day ceremony continued, Iran's top negotiator warned France and the U.K. over comments about the two nations potentially launching joint patrols in the Strait of Hormuz.
Peace talks between Washington and Tehran appear to be on hold while Iranians mourn Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed by U.S. forces in the opening moments of the conflict. Even as the six-day ceremony continued, Iran's top negotiator warned France and the U.K. over comments about the two nations potentially launching joint patrols in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran issues warning ahead of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral
A warning has been issued to the United States and Israel ahead of the funeral for Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
A warning has been issued to the United States and Israel ahead of the funeral for Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.