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2026-05-19 04:20:03

Trump Halts Iran Strikes as Peace Deal Nears

Trump called off fresh strikes on Iran at Gulf allies' request as a peace deal nears. He warned of a full-scale assault if no deal is reached. Iran's military remains ready to retaliate. Oil prices fell on the diplomatic shift. read more

2026-05-18 22:50:07

Iran shrugs off Trump threats, holds Strait of Hormuz

Iran ignores Trump's contradictory threats and peace talk extensions, recognizing his reluctance for full war. They control the Strait of Hormuz, causing global gas price spikes, while Trump's "total victory" claims ring hollow. read more

2026-05-18 12:40:09

Trump blasts Iran over crazy peace proposal

Trump accused Iran of sending a peace proposal unrelated to their deal, calling it "crazy." Iran demands nuclear enrichment rights and sanctions relief. Talks stalled, with threats of military action and fresh UAE drone strikes. read more

2026-05-18 07:10:09

Trump warns Iran clock ticking after UAE nuclear plant strike

Trump warns Tehran the "clock is ticking" after a drone strike hit a UAE nuclear plant, threatening consequences if no deal is reached. Iran warns its forces are ready, as global tensions rise with oil prices and military preparations. read more

2026-05-16 11:10:06

Trump Announces ISIS Leader Killed, Sets New Iran Demands

Trump claims the world's "most active terrorist" was killed in a US-Nigerian operation. He also demands Iran nuclear talks, while Tehran expresses doubt about US intentions. Diplomatic stalemate continues amid regional conflicts. read more

2026-05-16 03:00:43

Trump Claims Most Iranians Named Muhammad

Trump claimed most Iranians share the first name "Muhammad something" during a Fox News interview about Space Force surveilling Iranian nuclear sites, also praising Xi Jinping's height. read more

2026-05-15 16:30:39

Iran distrust blocks US war-ending talks

Iran’s foreign minister cites lack of trust as key barrier to U.S. ceasefire talks, citing contradictory messages. Tehran welcomes Chinese diplomatic help but doubts American seriousness. Tensions persist over nuclear issues and Strait of Hormuz. read more

2026-05-14 06:10:09

Iran warns UAE over alleged Israel collusion

Iran threatens UAE over alleged collusion with Israel after Netanyahu’s secret visit claim. Tehran warns of consequences, tightens Strait of Hormuz control. US sees progress in talks to prevent Iranian nuclear weapons. read more

2026-05-11 12:50:10

Three issues block US-Iran peace deal as war continues

US-Iran peace talks stalled over three key issues: Iran's nuclear program and sanctions relief, control of the Strait of Hormuz, and a ceasefire in Lebanon. Trump rejected Tehran's latest proposal, demanding more concessions as oil prices surged. read more

2026-05-11 10:50:07

Iran denies serious injuries to supreme leader

Iran claims Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has only a "small scratch" behind his ear, denying reports of severe injuries from US-Israeli attacks. He remains unseen since February, with officials citing good health. read more

2026-05-11 10:40:09

Trump rejects Iran ceasefire, heads to China amid tensions

Trump calls Iran's ceasefire response "totally unacceptable." He travels to China amid tensions with Iran. Congress returns after a week-long break. These key developments shape today's Morning Edition news brief. read more

2026-05-10 19:10:04

Iran warns UK of decisive response in Hormuz

Iran warned Britain that deploying HMS Dragon to the Strait of Hormuz will provoke a decisive response. Tensions persist despite a US-Iran ceasefire, with threats over shipping lanes carrying 20% of global oil. read more

2026-05-10 08:40:07

Bulk carrier hit by projectile off Qatar coast

A bulk carrier caught fire near Qatar after being struck by a projectile, the UK military reported. The blaze was extinguished with no casualties. This incident escalates tensions amid fragile US-Iran ceasefire talks and ongoing hostilities in the Persian Gulf. read more

2026-05-10 07:40:03

Iran Demands US Visa Guarantees for Guard-Affiliated Players

Iran confirms it will "definitely" participate in the 2026 World Cup but demands US visa guarantees for players tied to the Revolutionary Guard, citing security and fair treatment concerns amid fragile US-Iran relations. read more

2026-05-09 21:40:06

Iran demands visas for Guard members at 2026 World Cup

Iran demands visa guarantees for Revolutionary Guard members in its 2026 World Cup delegation, citing security concerns. President Taj insists on respect for beliefs, amid tensions with host nations over past military ties. read more

2026-05-08 04:20:03

Trump polls workers on Iran war at Lincoln Memorial

President Trump polled construction workers at the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool, asking if Iran should have a nuclear weapon. Workers agreed with his stance on U.S. military action, while Trump warned Iran of "a lot of pain" without a peace deal. read more

2026-05-07 04:10:09

Trump pauses Project Freedom after Gulf backlash

Trump paused "Project Freedom" to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz after Saudi Arabia and Kuwait blocked US base access, citing "great progress" toward a peace deal with Iran. read more

2026-05-06 16:00:37

Iran Nobel Laureates Family Fears for Her Life

Imprisoned Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi remains in critical condition in an Iranian hospital, with family fearing for her life if not transferred to Tehran. Authorities blocked prior medical recommendations for her move, raising concerns of deliberate harm. read more

2026-05-06 13:40:09

Iran Reopens Strait of Hormuz After US Pauses Mission

Iran's Revolutionary Guard announces safe passage through Strait of Hormuz after Trump pauses U.S. naval escort. Traffic had been blocked since Feb. 28 attacks. Trump warns bombing resumes if no deal. read more

2026-05-05 09:40:05

Graham urges Trump to arm Iranian civilians

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham urged President Trump to arm Iranian citizens for revolution, proposing a "Second Amendment solution" to avoid U.S. ground troops amid escalating hostilities in the Strait of Hormuz. read more

2026-05-05 04:50:03

Trump threatens to blow Iran off the earth

Trump warns Iran will be "blown off the face of the earth" if US ships are targeted in the Strait of Hormuz. The US launched "Project Freedom" to free stranded vessels, while Iran denies US claims of destroying its boats. read more

2026-05-03 10:40:04

Trump warns Iran hasnt paid enough price

Trump warns Iran hasn't "paid a big enough price" despite reviewing Tehran's peace proposal, which includes opening the Strait of Hormuz. He considers fresh strikes, as diplomatic talks have stalled and domestic pressure mounts over Iran's blockade. read more

2026-05-03 04:40:03

Trump reviews Iran peace plan, threatens new strikes

Trump reviews Iran's new peace plan but says Tehran hasn't "paid a big enough price." He threatens more strikes if Iran "misbehaves," as fears grow the ceasefire may collapse amid stalled nuclear talks. read more

2026-05-02 07:40:47

Trump calls Iran war critics treasonous

Donald Trump told a Florida crowd it is "treasonous" to claim the US is not winning the Iran war, while touting Social Security tax cuts and issuing fresh threats to Tehran. read more

2026-05-01 13:40:06

Trump weighs military options in new Iran briefing

After a "final blow" briefing, Trump considers military strikes, a ground assault on Iranian islands, or maintaining a blockade to force a nuclear deal. Options include a "short and powerful" bombing campaign, but Iran threatens retaliation. read more

2026-04-30 12:10:04

Iran warns of future without US in Persian Gulf

Iran warns of a "future free of America" in the Gulf, as injured Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei threatens US "aliens" from his hospital bed, intensifying tensions over the Strait of Hormuz blockade. read more

2026-04-30 10:10:03

Irans mosquito fleet chokes Strait of Hormuz

Iran's 'mosquito fleet' of small speedboats bypasses Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade, using swarm tactics to seize tankers cheaply. This guerrilla strategy disrupts global oil flow, raising prices, while avoiding large naval confrontations. read more

2026-04-30 09:30:43

Trump Demands Iran Cry Uncle to End Hormuz Blockade

President Trump stated Iran must "cry uncle" to end the "genius" Strait of Hormuz blockade. He praised the Navy's effectiveness but gave no timeline for reopening, claiming Iran's economy is "dead" and linking resolution to Ukraine war talks. read more

2026-04-30 09:10:09

Trump Weighs Iran Strikes Amid War Crime Warnings

Trump will receive a briefing on "short and powerful" strikes against Iran, including seizing Strait of Hormuz and securing uranium. Despite a fragile ceasefire, the administration hopes to force nuclear talks, facing war crime warnings. read more

2026-04-30 02:10:06

Iran officials denied entry to Canada for FIFA meet

Canada unintentionally denied Iranian soccer officials entry for the FIFA Congress, citing IRGC connections. Minister Anand stated the revocation was unintentional, while Iran's president Taj faced removal due to security policies. read more

2026-04-29 10:20:06

Trump posts Iran threat meme with assault rifle

President Trump posted a menacing meme of himself with an assault rifle threatening Iran, declaring "No more Mr Nice Guy!" amid stalled nuclear talks and ongoing military conflict, while roping King Charles into the dispute. read more

2026-04-28 15:10:03

Iran eases internet blackout for businesses

Iran partially eases a two-month internet blackout with a temporary "Internet Pro" scheme for businesses, balancing national security against economic damage and public frustration amid ongoing conflict with the US and Israel. read more

2026-04-28 13:00:38

US rejects Iran peace offer over nuclear demands

The Trump administration appears unwilling to accept Iran's offer to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz without addressing its nuclear program, as Secretary Rubio insists on preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. read more

2026-04-24 08:50:05

U.S. Navy Weighs New Strait of Hormuz Escort Mission

The US Navy considers escorting oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, echoing its 1980s "Tanker War" mission. However, modern Iranian speedboats, drones, and missiles make securing the waterway far more complex, with unclear goals and international reluctance complicating a potential operation. read more

2026-04-23 16:30:37

Trump Orders Navy to Shoot Iranian Boats in Hormuz

Trump orders Navy to "shoot and kill" Iranian vessels mining the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions after a failed peace deal. The U.S. lacks adequate minesweepers, having decommissioned four Avenger-class ships last fall. read more

2026-04-23 12:30:04

Iran Seizes Ships, Halts U.S. Peace Talks

U.S.-Iran peace talks stall after Iran seizes two ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump extends ceasefire indefinitely, but Iran demands lifted blockade. Oil tops $100/barrel amid tensions. Pentagon shakeup continues as Navy Secretary dismissed. read more

2026-04-22 15:50:06

Iran Flexes Missile Might as US Talks Collapse

Iran displayed a Qadr ballistic missile at a Tehran rally as talks with the U.S. in Islamabad stalled. The missile can deploy cluster munitions, previously used against Israel. Concurrently, Donald Trump extended a ceasefire with Iran, pending a proposal. read more

2026-04-22 09:20:08

Iran Warns of New Military Cards as Ceasefire Teeters

Iran warns it has "new cards" for war if US-Israel ceasefire collapses. Options include Houthi closure of Bab el-Mandeb Strait, cyberattacks, political strikes, and renewed Gulf energy infrastructure attacks. read more

2026-04-22 09:10:08

Trump blasts Wall Street Journal over Iran sucker claim

Trump furiously denied a Wall Street Journal claim that Iran "takes him for a sucker" after extending the ceasefire. He called the columnist an "idiot," citing U.S. strikes on Iran's military as proof of strength, amid criticism he "blinked" in the conflict. read more