Trump: “The Islamic Republic of Iran has asked us to continue ‘talks.’ We have agreed to do so, but the United States has stated to them, in no uncertain terms, that the Cease Fire is OVER!”
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United States and Iran reach framework deal to end war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz A document signing will take place Friday, with “pre-implementation discussions” expected in the interim, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said. #nbcnews
Iran condemned recent U.S. strikes on radar and coastal surveillance sites in Sirik and Qeshm Island as a “clear violation” of the ceasefire, while Washington said the attacks were carried out in self-defense after Iranian drone activity near the Strait of Hormuz. #CNN
The United States is discussing whether to expand its nuclear weapons presence in Europe by allowing additional NATO countries to host aircraft capable of delivering nuclear weapons, according to a report in the Financial Times.
The U.S. and Iran exchanged fresh strikes over the weekend despite ongoing peace talks, with Washington citing self-defense after targeting Iranian radar and drone sites, while Tehran warned of a stronger response if attacks continue. #NBCNews
CENTCOM:
Last night at 11 p.m. ET, U.S. forces successfully intercepted two Iranian ballistic missiles targeting American forces based in Kuwait. These missiles were immediately defeated and no American personnel were harmed.
Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim and US President Donald Trump discussed ongoing US-Iran peace efforts, backing Pakistan-led mediation, regional de-escalation, maritime security, and stability in global energy supply chains, according to Qatar’s Amiri Diwan.
Trump and Xi Jinping struck a conciliatory tone in Beijing, pledging stronger trade ties and stable relations despite mounting tensions over Iran, tariffs and global power competition.
Trump has announced “Project Freedom,” an operation to help international ships exit the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has warned it will attack any U.S. forces entering the area. CENTCOM says 15,000 service members, with warships and 100 aircraft, will support the mission.
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Hundreds of Afghans who helped the United States during its war on terror may be sent to the Democratic Republic of the Congo after President Donald Trump halted their U.S. settlement, an advocacy group said this week.
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Trump says Lebanon not included in US-Iran ceasefire amid Israeli assault. The US president says the war in Lebanon is a ‘separate skirmish’ as Israel kills dozens across the country after regional truce. #Aljazeera
CHAIRMAN OF THE U.S. JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF:
We have attacked 90 percent of Iran’s weapons factories.
All factories producing Shahid drones have been hit.
More than 80 percent of missile facilities have been demolished.
US President Donald Trump said he is considering withdrawing the United States from NATO following a dispute with allies over military aggression against Iran, according to an interview with The Telegraph.
Trump stated that a phone call could take place today, noting that Iran also wants a deal. The U.S. president emphasized that the likelihood of a deal is high, stating that the parties have reached agreement on certain issues.
Trump urges world to help protect Strait of Hormuz. He said all countries that use the vital shipping route should send warships. Iran has effectively choked off traffic in the narrow waterway, through which a fifth of the world’s oil must transit.
The Trump administration approved a possible $151.8 million weapons sale to Israel on Friday, invoking “emergency” authority to waive the congressional review requirements as Washington and Israel continue to attack Iran.
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Social media footage, circulated widely, has shown what appears to be a US F-15 warplane crashing in Kuwait, while authorities have not issued any official confirmation.
At least nine people were killed after protesters stormed the US consulate in Karachi, Pakistan, on Sunday morning. The protests broke out following the confirmation of the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.