Iran said it would halt communications with the United States unless Israel stops its offensive in Lebanon, complicating efforts to extend a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Trump said talks with Iran were continuing, while Netanyahu said Israel’s position was unchanged.
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Louisiana voters decide Saturday whether Sen. Bill Cassidy will hold his seat against Trump-backed Rep. Julia Letlow and John Fleming. Cassidy's 2021 impeachment vote and clashes with the Trump administration have shaped a contentious GOP primary that could lead to a runoff.
A man was arrested after stabbing two Jewish men in Golders Green, London, amid a rise in antisemitic attacks. Authorities are investigating possible links to recent incidents in the area.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defends a proposed 12% budget cut and vaccine policy changes amid sharp criticism from Democrats during House hearings. He addresses measles outbreaks, staffing changes, and announces reforms to federal health agencies.
The U.S. will begin blockading ships entering and exiting Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, escalating tensions after failed peace talks with Iran. The move has sent oil prices soaring and drawn mixed responses from international allies.
A federal judge has ordered the University of Pennsylvania to comply with an EEOC subpoena seeking information about Jewish employees as part of an investigation into alleged antisemitic discrimination on campus, while exempting certain Jewish-affiliated organizations from disclosure. The EEOC's probe follows multiple antisemitic incidents at the university and examines its response to related protests, with the judge acknowledging the subpoena's flaws but upholding its narrow purpose. The university plans to appeal the decision, citing concerns over employee privacy and constitutional rights amid ongoing efforts to address antisemitism.
Amid escalating conflict between Iran and Israel following U.S. and Israeli strikes, diplomatic efforts involving indirect talks facilitated by Pakistan and other regional players have reportedly begun, though official confirmations remain pending. The war has caused over 2,000 deaths, displaced millions, and disrupted global energy markets, pushing Brent crude oil prices above $100 a barrel amid fears of supply shortages. Despite ongoing hostilities marked by missile strikes and air raids, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed cautious optimism about potential negotiations, while regional tensions and economic risks continue to mount.
UK Revokes Visas of US Commentators Over Public Good Concerns
The UK Home Office has revoked visas of American commentators Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker, citing concerns their presence would not be "conducive to the public good." The decision follows their controversial statements on Israel and has drawn mixed reactions.