Trump’s 14-point memorandum with Iran extends a ceasefire and promises sanctions relief, but leaves nuclear limits, uranium stockpiles and enforcement details for 60 days of talks. The framework also includes immediate oil waivers, a proposed $300 billion reconstruction plan and provisions on the Strait of Hormuz.
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Commercial ships began moving through the Strait of Hormuz after the U.S. and Iran signed a memorandum to extend a ceasefire and begin new talks. The agreement faces early tests over Iran’s nuclear program and Israel’s continued military presence in southern Lebanon.
The Obama Presidential Center was dedicated Thursday in Chicago’s Jackson Park with performances, dignitaries and a public watch party. The campus opens its museum to the public Friday and includes exhibits on American history, the Obamas’ lives and the 2008 campaign.
The Supreme Court unanimously sided with Ali Danial Hemani, a Texas marijuana user charged under a federal ban on gun possession by unlawful drug users. The justices said the ruling was narrow and did not invalidate the law in full.
New York City is celebrating the Knicks’ first NBA championship in 53 years with a ticker-tape parade up Broadway and a City Hall ceremony. Police said all viewing pens were full early Thursday as 10,000 officers were assigned to secure the event.
Knicks owner James Dolan said the team accepted an invitation to visit President Donald Trump at the White House after winning the NBA championship. The date and player attendance have not been determined.
Jackson Lahmeyer, a Republican pastor and Pastors for Trump founder, suspended his Oklahoma congressional campaign after reports of inappropriate text messages and after Donald Trump switched his endorsement to Mark Tedford. Lahmeyer had advanced to a runoff one day earlier.
Edwards Air Force Base identified the eight men killed when a B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a test mission tied to the bomber’s radar modernization program. The Air Force says the cause remains under investigation and initial findings could take up to six months.