Senator Lankford Says Trump ‘Has No Desire’ to Bomb Iran Amid Halted Strikes
GOP Sen. James Lankford asserts President Trump remains focused on negotiating a deal with Iran after calling off planned military strikes.
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GOP Sen. James Lankford asserts President Trump remains focused on negotiating a deal with Iran after calling off planned military strikes.
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world
United States President Donald Trump delays military action against Iran following regional requests, while Iran maintains control over key shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz.
Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 3:00 PM
politics
President Trump announces suspension of military action against Iran following agreement on key deal parameters involving Middle Eastern countries.
The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 1:20 PM
world
Iran's Mehr news agency rejects former US President Donald Trump's statement that Tehran requested the US to hold off on new military strikes amid ongoing tensions.
CNA Latest News | Aug 2, 2026, 11:24 AM
world
Iran's reported intervention in shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and regional tensions contribute to a rise in global oil prices.
CNA Latest News | Jul 31, 2026, 4:34 PM
general
A 14-point deal intended to ease US-Iran hostilities has collapsed, leading to renewed conflict and regional security concerns.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 31, 2026, 9:59 AM
politics
President Trump met with Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss strategies amid ongoing conflict with Iran and its proxies.
CBS Politics | Jul 30, 2026, 8:02 PM
world
Asian countries, including Japan, are increasingly relying on Canadian crude oil from the Trans Mountain pipeline as uncertainty over oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz grows.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 2:29 AM
politics
At a critical juncture in the Iran War, experts Blaise Misztal and Curt Mills debated whether American involvement serves national interests.
Daily Caller | Jul 30, 2026, 12:21 AM
general
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasizes U.S. leadership in Iran conflict decisions and denies pressuring President Donald Trump to resume attacks.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 29, 2026, 11:08 PM
world
Saudi Arabia confirms participation in US airstrikes targeting Iran-backed Iraqi militias following drone attacks on oil facilities, while Israel's Netanyahu praises a key meeting with US President Trump.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 29, 2026, 1:13 AM
world
Saudi Arabia intercepted drones allegedly launched by Iran-backed militias in Iraq, while Houthi rebels claimed to have forced a Saudi oil tanker to reverse course amid ongoing regional tensions.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 29, 2026, 1:04 AM
politics
U.S. Central Command reports a failed surprise missile attack by Iran hours after a White House meeting between Trump and Netanyahu.
The Hill | Jul 28, 2026, 11:28 PM
world
US President Donald Trump signals optimism over negotiations with Iran following a pause in military strikes, while regional conflicts and maritime disputes continue to escalate.
Al Jazeera | Jul 28, 2026, 3:06 PM
world
After 16 days of Phase II in the US-Iran war, both sides are engaging in diplomacy while energy markets seek alternatives due to regional tensions.
Al Jazeera | Jul 27, 2026, 6:42 PM
world
After nearly two weeks of tit-for-tat strikes in the Middle East, the United States has paused its bombardments on Iran, with diplomatic talks ongoing and concerns over military resources.
Al Jazeera | Jul 27, 2026, 12:40 PM
us
Jay Clayton, nominated by President Donald Trump, is expected to be confirmed as the US director of national intelligence following a contentious hearing, filling the vacancy left by Tulsi Gabbard.
Guardian US | Jul 27, 2026, 12:01 PM
general
Diplomatic discussions between Iran and Oman show advancement on managing shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, while US-Iran hostilities and regional security incidents continue.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 27, 2026, 8:55 AM
politics
A CBS News/YouGov survey reveals widespread public perception that the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict has been more challenging than initially anticipated by the Trump administration.
The Hill | Jul 26, 2026, 10:12 PM
politics
Florida Congressman Byron Donalds emphasizes the necessity of preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons despite widespread public opposition to the war.
The Hill | Jul 26, 2026, 10:07 PM
general
Four U.S. troops killed in recent Iran conflict are no longer included in the official Iran war death toll but listed under a new 'Overseas Operations' category, prompting questions about casualty accounting.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 26, 2026, 9:35 PM
world
A lull in US air strikes on Iran after nearly two weeks has sparked hopes for renewed talks, while reports indicate Washington is restraining further escalation due to dwindling military supplies.
ABC Australia News | Jul 26, 2026, 9:27 AM
general
President Trump warns Iran of intensified U.S. strikes following attacks on U.S. forces, while the administration seeks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid stalled negotiations.
Fox News Latest | Jul 24, 2026, 5:12 PM
general
President Trump warns Iran of intensified U.S. military strikes following attacks on U.S. forces, while the administration’s ultimate goals and conditions for ending the conflict remain undefined.
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