On Friday, discussions for a long-term peace agreement were expected to begin, but a sudden development altered the plan. Iran withdrew from the talks, citing Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon. However, hours later, diplomats reported that a cease-fire was reached between Israel and Hezbollah to halt the fighting. Diplomats on Friday were trying to maintain the...
A recent cease-fire between the United States and Iran aims to end hostilities in Lebanon. However, U.S. intelligence officials do not anticipate that Israel will cease its strikes on Hezbollah. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to maintain military action against Hezbollah. This is despite the cease-fire agreement’s call for halting the conflict in Lebanon,...
ZURICH (AP) — The momentum for high-stakes U.S.-Iran talks faced complications on Friday, shortly after an agreement was signed to begin negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program. The talks aimed to restore oil traffic levels through the Strait of Hormuz. However, Iranian officials did not travel to Switzerland as planned. They insisted that Israeli attacks on...
Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, is distancing himself from the recent agreement with the United States. He clarified that his negotiators were limited in granting concessions to what he described as “the enemy.” In his initial public remarks concerning the deal, shared through a statement on Thursday, Khamenei acknowledged approving the agreement but disagreed...
Over 100 days after U.S. airstrikes obliterated an elementary school in Minab, a southern Iranian city, President Trump stated that the investigation continues. The strike led to at least 175 deaths, primarily children, according to Iranian officials. During the Group of 7 summit in France, President Trump addressed reporters. He downplayed the issue of responsibility...
In early March, American warplanes launched attacks in Iran, aiming for a swift victory. President Trump announced the start of a decisive campaign, claiming major progress toward military objectives. However, after three months, goals remained unmet. Despite heavy expenditures, including $29 billion, the regime in Tehran stood firm. Iran retained much of its military capabilities,...
Route 60, known as the ‘Biblical Highway,’ runs along Israel’s central mountain ridge, connecting significant historical and religious sites. The Israeli government approved this designation, which aims to create an immersive experience for Bible enthusiasts, students, and tourists. This ancient route has existed for over 4,000 years and starts in Beersheba, a city linked to...
President Donald Trump humorously referred to himself as “the boss” during a G7 summit meeting in France. His late arrival at the gathering of world leaders in Évian-les-Bains prompted the remark. Upon entering the meeting, Trump engaged with photographers, asking, “Would you like to stay for the meeting? It’s OK with me.” The press briefly...
Democracy Dies in Darkness The journey to resume traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is lengthy, intricate, and fraught with challenges. As of June 17, 2026, at 5:00 a.m. EDT, over 500 ships remain immobile in the strait, as reported by the ship tracking company Kpler, noted by Reuters. While U.S. officials plan to finalize...
In Jerusalem, Israelis from diverse political backgrounds expressed strong discontent with a preliminary agreement between the U.S. and Iran. Many perceived the deal as detrimental to Israel’s interests and directed criticism at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. At a press conference, Netanyahu clarified that, irrespective of the agreement, his commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear...