Strait of Hormuz closed in response to Israeli attack, local reports say
Iran reportedly closed the Strait of Hormuz Wednesday in response to an Israeli attack on Lebanon, local media was reporting. Details were forthcoming.
Iran reportedly closed the Strait of Hormuz Wednesday in response to an Israeli attack on Lebanon, local media was reporting. Details were forthcoming.
Global air chief warns it could take months to replenish jet fuel supply
Worldwide aviation executives said that it could still take months to recover the jet fuel supply even if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz.
Worldwide aviation executives said that it could still take months to recover the jet fuel supply even if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump to suspend 'bombing and attack' of Iran
President Donald Trump has announced that he has agreed to suspend the "bombing and attack of Iran" for two weeks following a conversation with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, of Pakistan, according to an announcement on social media. We are also hearing reports that Iran's Supreme National Security Council said it has accepted the two-week ceasefire deal. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with UCLA Political Scientist, Dr. Benjamin Radd, after Tehran already rejected a 45-day ceasefire proposal and said it wanted a permanent end to the war.
President Donald Trump has announced that he has agreed to suspend the "bombing and attack of Iran" for two weeks following a conversation with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, of Pakistan, according to an announcement on social media. We are also hearing reports that Iran's Supreme National Security Council said it has accepted the two-week ceasefire deal. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with UCLA Political Scientist, Dr. Benjamin Radd, after Tehran already rejected a 45-day ceasefire proposal and said it wanted a permanent end to the war.
Iran ceasefire deal centers around Strait of Hormuz
We are learning more about the two-week ceasefire plan between the United States and Iran that was announced by President Donald Trump today. Reports from The Associated Press say the plan includes allowing both Iran and Oman to charge fees on ships transiting through the Strait of Hormuz. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine Report as White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt says, "President Trump’s words speak for themselves.”
We are learning more about the two-week ceasefire plan between the United States and Iran that was announced by President Donald Trump today. Reports from The Associated Press say the plan includes allowing both Iran and Oman to charge fees on ships transiting through the Strait of Hormuz. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine Report as White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt says, "President Trump’s words speak for themselves.”
Trump pauses strikes as Iran agrees to 2-week ceasefire
Iran has agreed to a two-week ceasefire and plans talks with the U.S. as Trump pauses strikes, though Tehran warns the war is not over.
Iran has agreed to a two-week ceasefire and plans talks with the U.S. as Trump pauses strikes, though Tehran warns the war is not over.
Trump agrees to suspend 'bombing and attack' of Iran for 2 weeks
President Donald Trump has agreed to suspend “bombing and attack of Iran" for two weeks following a conversation with Pakistan's prime minister on Tuesday.
President Donald Trump has agreed to suspend “bombing and attack of Iran" for two weeks following a conversation with Pakistan's prime minister on Tuesday.
UK government blocks rapper Ye from entering Britain to headline festival
Ye was barred Tuesday from entering the United Kingdom where he was scheduled to headline the Wireless Festival in July after a backlash over his history of antisemitic remarks.
Ye was barred Tuesday from entering the United Kingdom where he was scheduled to headline the Wireless Festival in July after a backlash over his history of antisemitic remarks.
US military assets in the Middle East: Ships, planes, and 50,000 American troops
The Pentagon’s build up of U.S. military assets in the Middle East, the largest in decades, began in late January as tensions with Iran started escalating.
The Pentagon’s build up of U.S. military assets in the Middle East, the largest in decades, began in late January as tensions with Iran started escalating.
Why Kharg Island matters to Iran, and why the U.S. is targeting it
While the Strait of Hormuz has played a key role in the conflict with Iran, a small island hundreds of miles deeper into the Persian Gulf has emerged as one of the most high-profile potential targets for the United States.
While the Strait of Hormuz has played a key role in the conflict with Iran, a small island hundreds of miles deeper into the Persian Gulf has emerged as one of the most high-profile potential targets for the United States.
What to know about the Strait of Hormuz—and why it matters
The Strait of Hormuz—a narrow, 21-mile-wide passage connecting the Persian Gulf to global shipping lanes—has emerged as the focal point of a major geopolitical crisis.
The Strait of Hormuz—a narrow, 21-mile-wide passage connecting the Persian Gulf to global shipping lanes—has emerged as the focal point of a major geopolitical crisis.
Kidnapped American journalist released by Iran-backed Iraqi militia
American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released after being kidnapped in Iraq last week.
American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released after being kidnapped in Iraq last week.
Baby among 3 dead in holiday horror as Easter egg hunt turns deadly
Three people were killed, including a 10-month-old girl, after high winds toppled a tree in Germany during an Easter egg hunt on Sunday morning, according to authorities.
Three people were killed, including a 10-month-old girl, after high winds toppled a tree in Germany during an Easter egg hunt on Sunday morning, according to authorities.
Court reinstates $656M terror judgment against PLO, Palestinian Authority
A U.S. appeals court reinstated a $656 million judgment against the PLO and Palestinian Authority for attacks on Americans in Israel.
A U.S. appeals court reinstated a $656 million judgment against the PLO and Palestinian Authority for attacks on Americans in Israel.
Iran and US receive proposal for 45-day ceasefire, reopening of Strait of Hormuz
The war between the U.S. and Iran continued into Monday, with fighting ongoing amid President Donald Trump’s threat to hit Iran's infrastructure if it doesn't reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
The war between the U.S. and Iran continued into Monday, with fighting ongoing amid President Donald Trump’s threat to hit Iran's infrastructure if it doesn't reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Snowy owl, hammerhead sharks among 40 species gaining CMS protections
Cheetahs, snowy owls and hammerhead sharks are among the dozens of animal species on the cusp of extinction that will receive greater conservation protections.
Cheetahs, snowy owls and hammerhead sharks are among the dozens of animal species on the cusp of extinction that will receive greater conservation protections.
Trump issues profanity-laced Iran threat on Easter
We are now watching as the war between the U.S. and Iran enters its 37th day this Sunday. This comes as fighting continues despite President Donald Trump’s claim that Iran had been "completely decimated." Reports indicate that Iranian officials have warned that further attacks could have catastrophic regional consequences, raising fears of a broader crisis in the Middle East. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Ahmad Sharawi, a research analyst at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, who focuses on Middle East affairs.
We are now watching as the war between the U.S. and Iran enters its 37th day this Sunday. This comes as fighting continues despite President Donald Trump’s claim that Iran had been "completely decimated." Reports indicate that Iranian officials have warned that further attacks could have catastrophic regional consequences, raising fears of a broader crisis in the Middle East. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Ahmad Sharawi, a research analyst at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, who focuses on Middle East affairs.
Pope Leo XIV urges peace in Easter sermon, warns of “globalization of indifference"
Pope Leo XIV harkened back to the words of his predecessor Sunday as he delivered his first Easter blessing.
Pope Leo XIV harkened back to the words of his predecessor Sunday as he delivered his first Easter blessing.
U.S. airman rescued from behind enemy lines in Iran
We are learning more this Sunday after a social media post from President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. service member who had been missing since Iran shot down a fighter jet has been rescued. President Trump wrote that the "respected colonel" is injured but "will be just fine," adding that he took refuge "in the treacherous mountains of Iran." A second crew member was rescued earlier. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Lieutenant Colonel (retired) Jason O. Harris as Trump and members of the military are expected to hold a press conference at the White House on Monday.
We are learning more this Sunday after a social media post from President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. service member who had been missing since Iran shot down a fighter jet has been rescued. President Trump wrote that the "respected colonel" is injured but "will be just fine," adding that he took refuge "in the treacherous mountains of Iran." A second crew member was rescued earlier. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Lieutenant Colonel (retired) Jason O. Harris as Trump and members of the military are expected to hold a press conference at the White House on Monday.
Inside the daring rescue of airman behind enemy lines: How CIA assisted with 'deception campaign'
The daring U.S. military rescue of a seriously wounded airman is being hailed as an American success story, as President Donald Trump announced "we got him!" and detailed the "AMAZING show of bravery and talent," turning a potential American setback into a show of might.
The daring U.S. military rescue of a seriously wounded airman is being hailed as an American success story, as President Donald Trump announced "we got him!" and detailed the "AMAZING show of bravery and talent," turning a potential American setback into a show of might.
US loses military jets to enemy fire for first time in over 20 years, ret. general tells AP
The downing of American fighter jets in the skies over Iran this week marks the first time in decades that the United States lost a military warplane to enemy fire, according to a retired Air Force general.
The downing of American fighter jets in the skies over Iran this week marks the first time in decades that the United States lost a military warplane to enemy fire, according to a retired Air Force general.