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Why military brass kept Trump sidelined during high-stakes Iranian extraction operation - report
Military aides kept Trump out of the Situation Room during the high-stakes Iran rescue mission of a US airman, fearing his temper would derail the mission.
Pope Leo denies targeting Trump, says comments misread during Africa tour
Talking to Lebanon: Peace, or a temporary respite from Hezbollah? - editorial
One soldier killed, several wounded in southern Lebanon, schools to reopen nationwide
Iran-US talks deepened understanding but mistrust remains, parliament speaker Ghalibaf says
Some of the main disagreements during the talks, Ghalibaf said, were focused on the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear issues.
Kamala Harris accuses Netanyahu of pulling Trump into Iran war
In a speech at a Michigan event, Kamala Harris claimed Netanyahu pulled Trump into the Iran conflict, calling the Trump administration the "most corrupt" in US history.
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson calls out EU on international law violation claims
Baghaei was responding to an X/Twitter post by Kaja Kallas, who had written that "Under international law, transit through waterways like the Strait of Hormuz must remain open and free of charge."
Tucker Carlson's son leaves JD Vance spox. role to start political consulting firm - Politico
According to one source, a Vance official, he had informed the vice president of his intention to leave in December, but the plan had been put off by several months "to ensure a smooth transition."
Washington letter on Bosnia sparks fears of expanding foreign influence in Europe - opinion
A congressional letter reignites debate over Bosnia’s fragile balance, Dodik’s role, and Western strategy in the Balkans.
Strait of Hormuz traffic falls to single digits as security fears keep ships stuck
As a ceasefire lowers the risk of direct escalation, movement through Hormuz remains weak, with experts warning that the immediate problem is maritime security, not the lack of pipeline plans.
Netanyahu shocked Trump 'prohibited' strikes on Lebanon, believes it inconsistent with ceasefire
Trump’s public remarks appeared to exceed the text of the US-backed truce, prompting Israeli officials to seek clarification while clashes on the ground continued.
US planning to seize Iran-linked ships in coming days, WSJ says - report
The potential US military action comes as Iran tightens its grip on the Strait of Hormuz, including attacking several ships earlier on Saturday.
'Kinetic elimination does not work': US envoy breaks with Netanyahu doctrine in Antalya
Thomas Barrack cast military force as a dead end and argued that the region’s conflicts will not be solved by trying to destroy enemies one by one.
Trump announces he will have updates on Iran ‘by the end of today'
Trump said on Friday that he may end the ceasefire with Iran unless a long-term deal to end the war is agreed upon by Wednesday.
