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![Michael Richard "Mike" Pence (born June 7, 1959) is an American politician and lawyer and the 48th Vice President of the United States. He previously served as the 50th Governor of Indiana from 2013 to 2017. Born and raised in Columbus, Indiana, Pence graduated from Hanover College and earned a law degree from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law before entering private practice. After losing two bids for a U.S. congressional seat in 1988 and 1990, he became a conservative radio and television talk show host from 1994 to 1999. Pence was elected to the United States Congress in 2000 and represented Indiana's 2nd congressional district and Indiana's 6th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 2001 to 2013. He served as the chairman of the House Republican Conference from 2009 to 2011. Pence positioned himself as a principled ideologue and supporter of the Tea Party movement, noting he was "a Christian, a conservative, and a Republican, in that order." Upon becoming Governor of Indiana in January 2013, Pence initiated the largest tax cut in Indiana's history, pushed for more funding for education initiatives, and continued to increase the state's budget surplus. Pence signed bills intended to restrict abortions, including one that prohibited abortions if the reason for the procedure was the fetus's race, gender, or disability. Pence stirred several high-profile controversies, including with his signature of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, for which he encountered fierce resistance from moderate members of his party, the business community, and LGBT advocates. He later signed an additional bill acting as an amendment intended to protect LGBT people. On November 8, 2016, Pence was elected as Vice President, after he dropped out of his gubernatorial re-election campaign in July to become the vice presidential running mate for Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, who went on to win the presidential election. The Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC; /ˈsiːpæk/ see-pak) is an annual political conference attended by conservative activists and elected officials from across the United States. CPAC is hosted by the American Conservative Union (ACU). More than 100 other organizations contribute in various ways. In 2011, ACU took CPAC on the road with its first Regional CPAC in Orlando, Florida. Since then ACU has hosted regional CPACs in Chicago, Denver, St. Louis, and San Diego. Political front runners take the stage at this convention. Speakers have included Ronald Reagan,[2][3][4] George W. Bush,[5] Dick Cheney,[6] Pat Buchanan,[7] Karl Rove, Newt Gingrich,[5] Sarah Palin, Ron Paul,[8] Mitt Romney,[5] Tony Snow,[5] Glenn Beck,[9] Rush Limbaugh,[10] Ann Coulter,[6] Allen West,[11] Michele Bachmann,[12] Laura Ingraham, Sean Hannity, Donald Trump,[13] Gary Johnson, Mike Pence, Jeanine Pirro, Betsy DeVos, and other conservative public figures. CPAC #CPAC2017 #MikePence](/assets/images/2026-08-03T17-50-15-742Z-mike-pence-urges-u-s-and-israeli-forces-to-finish-the-job-in-iran-wikimedia-1280.webp)
Former Vice President Mike Pence calls for an escalation in military action against Iran, supporting President Donald Trump's approach amid ongoing regional strikes and resumed negotiations.
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Iran’s president pledged continued backing for Hamas’ new leader while President Donald Trump advances a landmark agreement to disarm the group and rebuild Gaza.
Fox News Latest | Aug 3, 2026, 5:26 PM
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US President Donald Trump announced a pause on planned strikes against Iran contingent on rapid peace deal progress, while Iranian officials warned of strong retaliation against any aggression.
Deutsche Welle | Aug 2, 2026, 5:56 AM
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President Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan faces skepticism, Attorney General Todd Blanche’s confirmation stalls, and Anthony Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment during Senate testimony.
The Hill | Aug 1, 2026, 10:45 PM
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US President Donald Trump reveals a landmark agreement involving the disarmament of Hamas and Israeli military withdrawal, advancing a long-stalled peace plan.
Euronews | Jul 31, 2026, 4:51 AM
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The agreement is part of a peace plan aimed at ending active fighting in Gaza and establishing a new Palestinian government.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 31, 2026, 3:53 AM
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President Trump and his international Board of Peace report Hamas has agreed to disarm in Gaza, marking a significant step toward peace and security in the region.
CBS Politics | Jul 31, 2026, 3:10 AM
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Middle East mediators, led by Trump’s Board of Peace, have reached an agreement to disarm Hamas and ensure security in Gaza, with phased Israeli withdrawal planned.
Washington Times News | Jul 31, 2026, 2:04 AM
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US President Donald Trump reveals a deal to disarm Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza, with Israel set to withdraw in phases, contingent on mutual implementation.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 12:57 AM
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US President Donald Trump declares a phased plan for Hamas disarmament and Israeli withdrawal, marking a step toward new Palestinian governance in Gaza.
BBC World | Jul 30, 2026, 11:24 PM
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The United States military conducted extensive strikes on Iran on July 30, 2026, in retaliation for Iranian missile attacks on US forces in Jordan and escalating regional hostilities involving Iran-backed groups.
France 24 English | Jul 30, 2026, 2:54 AM
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North Korea’s evolving nuclear strategy contrasts sharply with Iran’s vulnerability amid ongoing Middle East conflicts, highlighting strategic lessons for authoritarian regimes.
Washington Times News | Jul 28, 2026, 7:51 PM
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Hundreds of US lawmakers gathered in the Capitol Rotunda on July 28, 2026, to pay tribute to the late Senator Lindsey Graham, with global figures including Donald Trump, Benjamin Netanyahu, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy attending the funeral.
CNA Latest News | Jul 28, 2026, 7:10 PM
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Israeli military strikes target southern Lebanese towns despite ongoing peace negotiations and a US-brokered ceasefire framework.
Al Jazeera | Jul 24, 2026, 5:51 AM
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The restricted access zone known as the ‘Yellow Line’ has grown to cover nearly 65% of the Gaza Strip, with Israeli military outposts increasing since last year’s ceasefire.
Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 1:39 PM
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Three separate Israeli attacks in Gaza City resulted in the deaths of at least 12 Palestinians, including a family of six, amid ongoing military operations.
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Israel Katz announces intent to establish military-linked Nahal outposts in Gaza’s north amid expanded Israeli control and ongoing humanitarian crisis.
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Iran reportedly requested Yemen’s Houthis to disrupt Red Sea shipping routes in response to potential U.S. attacks on its energy infrastructure, escalating tensions in the Middle East.
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President Donald Trump confirms awareness of the whereabouts of Iran’s lower-tier IRGC leaders but refrains from discussing potential military actions publicly amid ongoing tensions.
Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 9:40 AM
world
Lebanon seeks progress on Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon under a US-brokered agreement amid cautious expectations.
Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 11:38 AM
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Ro Khanna disputes Israeli military's account of his detention by settlers and soldiers in the West Bank, while Israeli officials accuse him of a political stunt.
Guardian US | Jul 13, 2026, 6:18 AM
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The upcoming Israeli national election is set for October 27, the latest date allowed by law, positioning the vote as a critical referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership following the Gaza conflict.
France 24 English | Jul 13, 2026, 3:30 AM
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Clashes between Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Kurdish fighters intensify in northwest Iran, highlighting ongoing repression in the region.
Fox News Latest | Jul 2, 2026, 9:39 PM
world
The recent memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran ends direct conflict but prompts debate on the resilience and evolution of Iran’s ‘axis of resistance’ in the Middle East.
Al Jazeera | Jun 30, 2026, 9:06 PM