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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged President Donald Trump to keep diplomatic channels with Iran open while criticizing Israel over intensified military operations in Gaza. The two leaders also discussed Gaza and a proposed trilateral defense arrangement involving Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.
President Donald Trump warned that the United States will hit Iran “very hard” after Tehran allegedly fired on a U.S. helicopter. At the same time, 22 Western countries condemned Iran’s intelligence services and IRGC-linked networks for alleged terror plots targeting dissidents, journalists, Jews, and Israeli communities abroad.
President Donald Trump says Iran has taken too long to reach a deal and claims the U.S. naval blockade is severely damaging the regime’s ability to operate.
The United States launched what it called a proportional self-defense strike on Iran after President Donald Trump said an American Apache helicopter was shot down near the Strait of Hormuz. The key question now is how Iran responds.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei mocked U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent after he claimed the United States had seized approximately $1 billion in Iranian cryptocurrency assets.
President Donald Trump said the United States cannot ignore an incident involving an American AH-64 Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. The helicopter was reportedly brought down during a patrol mission, though military officials say the investigation is still ongoing and the exact cause has not been confirmed.
President Donald Trump says a strong agreement with Iran could be reached within two or three days, adding that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen immediately if a deal is signed.
Reports suggest President Trump believes Iran can be pushed toward economic collapse without immediate air strikes, using pressure from maritime restrictions, lost oil revenue, and internal financial breakdown to weaken the regime from the inside.
President Donald Trump disclosed new details about a tense behind-the-scenes diplomatic effort during the Israel-Iran confrontation, claiming he urged Prime Minister Netanyahu to avoid further escalation while Iranian officials quietly reached out to Washington seeking help to halt Israeli operations.
Iran has announced the suspension of its military operation against Israel following a brief but significant exchange of missile fire. While President Donald Trump is pushing for a ceasefire and broader regional negotiations, Tehran's decision to stand down appears to reflect successful Israeli deterrence rather than a genuine change in policy.
President Donald Trump said the United States is prepared to work with Iran to remove and destroy its highly enriched uranium if a deal is reached, while warning that America will act militarily if Tehran refuses.
U.S. Central Command announced that American forces disabled and seized the Iranian-flagged cargo vessel M/V Touska after it allegedly violated the U.S. naval blockade and ignored repeated warnings over six hours. According to CENTCOM, USS Spruance fired into the ship’s engine room before U.S. Marines boarded the vessel and took custody.
U.S. Central Command says the guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG-112) is operating in the Arabian Sea as U.S. forces enforce the naval blockade on ships attempting to enter or exit Iranian ports. CENTCOM says 21 vessels have complied with U.S. instructions to turn back and return to Iran since the blockade began.
US markets fell sharply as renewed fighting with Iran pushed oil prices higher, lifted bond yields, and raised fears that inflation could force the Federal Reserve back into rate hikes.
Iran’s national soccer team has traveled to Mexico for its World Cup camp as a dispute grows over U.S. visas reportedly denied to several staff members.
The Trump administration is reportedly looking at using frozen Iranian funds to compensate Gulf allies hit by Iranian drone and missile attacks.
US forces intercepted two Iranian attack drones near the Strait of Hormuz after CENTCOM said they threatened international maritime traffic.
President Donald Trump has reportedly warned that ongoing negotiations with Iran will not continue indefinitely, with his 60-day deadline for talks approaching. While some progress has reportedly been made regarding Iran’s frozen assets, key disputes remain unresolved.
U.S. Central Command says American forces intercepted Iranian missiles and drones aimed toward Gulf targets and maritime traffic, then struck Iranian radar sites used to threaten the region.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged the United States not to approve advanced fighter aircraft and engine sales to Turkey, warning that such a move would undermine Israel's military edge and shift the balance of power in the Middle East. During an interview with Fox News, Netanyahu also discussed Iran, U.S.-Israel relations, Lebanon, and regional security.
A new report indicates that North Korea, Iran, Russia, and other entities under U.S. sanctions are increasingly using cryptocurrency to bypass financial restrictions. Blockchain analysts estimate that sanctioned-linked crypto addresses received more than $100 billion in 2025.
Newly analyzed satellite imagery obtained by the BBC indicates that U.S. and Israeli airstrikes caused widespread damage to key Iranian military infrastructure, including air bases, ammunition depots, missile facilities, and naval sites across Bushehr and Isfahan provinces.
Iran has begun a six-day funeral for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike during the Iran-Israel war. Tens of thousands gathered in Tehran chanting anti-American and anti-Israel slogans, while Iranian officials used the event to project national unity and resistance. The funeral coincides with America's 250th Independence Day celebrations, highlighting the continuing confrontation between Tehran and Washington.
Iran issued new threats against the United States and Israel as Tehran prepares for the state funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in Israeli airstrikes at the start of the war. Iranian commanders also warned oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz to follow Tehran-approved routes or face a forceful response.
A major diplomatic crisis erupted between Washington and Riyadh after Saudi Arabia reportedly refused to allow U.S. forces to use its bases and airspace for “Operation Freedom,” fearing Iranian retaliation against its oil infrastructure. The move forced the U.S. to cancel the operation and led to White House threats to suspend key air defense missile supplies to the kingdom.
U.S. markets posted one of their strongest quarters in years, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq recording their best quarterly gains since 2020. Despite the ongoing Iran conflict, investors remain confident in America’s economy, corporate earnings, and President Trump’s market-focused leadership.
The U.S. Treasury Department announced Monday that member states of the Terrorist Financing Targeting Center (TFTC) have imposed coordinated sanctions against key elements of Hezbollah's financial network.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has called for U.S. and Israeli leaders to be prosecuted over military strikes on Iran, describing the issue as one of the country's top legal priorities. He accused both nations of committing war crimes and said Iranian authorities are pursuing investigations.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the new Israel-Lebanon framework, backed by the United States, recognizes Israel’s right to maintain a security zone inside Lebanon until Hezbollah and other terror threats are removed.
President Donald Trump said he personally persuaded Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan not to become involved in the recent conflict with Iran. Trump also indicated he may approve the long-sought sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey, while praising Erdogan as a strong NATO ally despite ongoing tensions between Turkey and Israel.
The U.S. dollar strengthened to its highest level in seven months as investors increasingly expect the Federal Reserve could resume raising interest rates later this year. Bloomberg's Dollar Spot Index jumped 0.4%, while the U.S.
