Trump says the ‘present’ from Iran was ‘eight big boats of oil’

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. ‘I was away’: Trump justifies voting by mail in Florida election 00:55 Now Playing Trump says the ‘present’ from Iran was ‘eight big boats of oil’ 01:28 UP NEXT Trump: Iran is ‘begging to make a deal’ 00:55 US Military … Read more

Americans face calls to cut their energy usage as Iran war drags on. Good luck with that.

Cutting oil consumption may help combat soaring energy prices caused by the Iran war, but convincing Americans to burn less gasoline could prove difficult, according to economists.  The International Energy Agency (IEA) last week released a list of energy-conserving measures for consumers, including working from home, driving more slowly and carpooling. Because two-thirds of oil is consumed … Read more

Trump says Iran is

President Trump held his first Cabinet meeting since the war in Iran began, and he continues to claim that Tehran wants to negotiate with the U.S. Mr. Trump also slammed NATO for its reluctance to join efforts against the regime. Source link

Russia is helping Iran with intel to target and kill Americans, says top EU diplomat

Russia is providing intelligence support to Iran in the Middle East war to “kill Americans,” the EU’s top diplomat said Thursday, calling on the U.S. to increase pressure on Moscow. “We see that Russia is helping Iran with intelligence to target Americans, to kill Americans, and Russia is also supporting Iran now with the drones … Read more

Trump will travel to Beijing for rescheduled China trip on May 14 and 15, White House says, after delay due to Iran war

Trump will travel to Beijing for rescheduled China trip on May 14 and 15, White House says, after delay due to Iran war WASHINGTON — Trump will travel to Beijing for rescheduled China trip on May 14 and 15, White House says, after delay due to Iran war. Source link

Attacks Escalate in Middle East as Trump Insists Iran Wants a Deal

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Tensions flare at Capitol Hill Iran briefing and a landmark verdict on social media safety: Morning Rundown

How the partial government shutdown is affecting more than just airports. Tensions flare during a briefing with lawmakers about the Iran war. And the AI-generated reality show starring fruit captivating social media audiences. Here’s what to know today. Long airport lines are the tip of the iceberg of DHS shutdown The Senate failed again to … Read more

Live Updates: Iran war death toll mounts as Trump’s tactics leave energy markets in turmoil

  8m ago Israeli defense chief says killing of Iranian naval commander behind Strait of Hormuz closure confirmed Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said Thursday that an Israeli airstrike had killed Alireza Tangsiri, commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards’ navy, confirming earlier reports by Israeli media. “Last night, in a precise and lethal operation, the … Read more

Trump says he doesn’t want to call Iran conflict a “war” because of need for approval from Congress

President Trump suggested late Wednesday he’s avoiding describing the military conflict with Iran as a “war” because of concerns around the fact that Congress hasn’t authorized military force.  “I won’t use the word ‘war’ because they say, if you use the word war, that’s maybe not a good thing to do,” the president said at … Read more

Tensions flare during Iran briefing on Capitol Hill

WASHINGTON — Tensions flared behind closed doors Wednesday as defense and intelligence officials briefed some lawmakers about the war in Iran, with Republicans and Democrats expressing frustration about a lack of clarity and information about President Donald Trump’s strategy, according to four congressional officials who attended the briefing and a lawmaker who was briefed on … Read more