Trump touts ‘massive’ Iran ‘present’ linked to Strait of Hormuz as deal talks heat up

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced Iran wants to “make a deal” with the U.S., noting the country’s leadership gave the U.S. a “significant prize” related to the Strait of Hormuz and the flow of oil. While speaking to reporters in the White House Oval Office, Trump … Read more

Examining Iran’s capabilities as Trump delays ultimatum for Strait of Hormuz reopening

As the war with Iran enters its fourth week, President Trump says he’s holding off on his threat to destroy the country’s power plants if it does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean joins with more. Source link

Amid Iran talks, Strait of Hormuz dotted with about a dozen Iranian mines, U.S. officials say

Washington — Amid Trump administration demands for Tehran to keep the free flow of commerce in the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. officials have told CBS News that there are at least a dozen underwater mines through the vital passageway, according to current American intelligence assessments.  U.S. officials, who have seen current American intelligence assessments and … Read more

Trump extends his deadline for Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz

President Trump said Monday on social media that he’s told the Defense Department to suspend military strikes against Iranian power plants after “good and productive talks,” virtually extending his imposed deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian foreign ministry says it’s unaware of any talks. CBS News’ Chris Livesay has more. Source link

Stocks boosted after Trump postpones ultimatum for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

Stocks look set to surge in early trading on Monday after President Trump postponed an ultimatum for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, saying that the U.S. is engaged in “good and productive” negotiations with Tehran.  S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average futures pointed to 1.6% gains in Monday morning trading. Before Mr. … Read more

Trump delays Iran power plan strikes for 5 days, extending deadline on Hormuz strait

President Donald Trump on Monday extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the crucial Strait of Hormuz to international shipping, saying the U.S. would hold off on strikes against Iranian power plants for five days. Shortly after President Trump made the announcement on his Truth Social site, Iranian state television put up a graphic that … Read more

Fatal collision at LaGuardia and Trump and Iran trade threats over Hormuz: Morning Rundown

In today’s newsletter: Two people are dead after an Air Canada plane collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport. Trump and Iran trade threats over the Strait of Hormuz closure. And the Supreme Court hears a case on mail-in voting. Here’s what to know today. 2 dead after Air Canada plane, fire truck collide … Read more

Live Updates: Iran defies Trump’s threat to expand war if Strait of Hormuz not reopened

The head of the U.S. military’s Central Command says Iran is “operating in a sign of desperation” by targeting civilian sites in the war. In an interview with the Farsi-language Iranian opposition satellite network Iran International that aired early Monday, U.S. Navy Adm. Brad Cooper said: “They’re operating in a sign of desperation. … In … Read more