Vance and Rubio diverge on Iran as both emerge as 2028 contenders Their distinct backgrounds and policy experiences have led them down separate paths The Independent UK · Jun 30
Hegseth, Rubio and other government officials continued to use Signal app after embarrassing leak: report Previously unreported chats have group names including ‘Iran/Ukraine Planning’ and ‘State USAID’ The Independent UK · Jun 30
Iran-US war latest: Vance says US in ‘great position’ even if talks fail in Qatar Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff will discuss the state of negotiations with mediators The Independent UK · Jun 30
The US is getting something right — in Lebanon Peace talks with Iran are a complex process to define the post-conflict regional balance. While Iran seeks to leverage its control over the Strait of Hormuz, a US-Lebanon-Israel agreement aims to integrate Hezbollah into the Lebanese state, potentially ending the war. This deal, though facing resistance, offers a path to… The Economic Times · Jun 30
US envoy Sergio Gor says Marco Rubio plans second India visit this year, reassures American investors To illustrate the deepening personal connection between the two administrations, the envoy revealed that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was so profoundly captivated by his maiden official visit to India in May that he is already actively coordinating a return trip before the end of the year. The Economic Times · Jun 30
US and Iran negotiators head to Doha, but meeting uncertain Doha is set to host crucial talks between Iran and the U.S. this week, though Tehran denies any scheduled meetings with American officials. Weekend missile exchanges tested a fragile ceasefire, disrupting global oil flows. The U.S. delegation, led by Jared Kushner, aims to address the conflict, while Iran insists on… The Economic Times · Jun 30
'Target Israel and We Will Target You': ICC Chief Exposes Explosive Death Threats From US Senators Over Israel War Crime Files A viral post has reignited attention on a 2024 threat by US senators against the ICC prosecutor, warning of consequences if actions were taken against Israel, leading to sanctions and diplomatic tensions. International Business Times UK · Jun 29
Senators Move to Block Trump's Face from US Passports, Calling It 'Anti-Democratic' and a 'Waste of Taxpayer Money' US senators urge the State Department to halt plans for limited-edition passports marking USA's 250th anniversary featuring Trump's image, citing concerns over precedent and taxpayer costs.{P International Business Times UK · Jun 28
Maher: I'd vote GOP over DSA The "Real Time" host told the VP he's had it with hardline stances against Israel, prisons Salon · Jun 28
Venezuelan earthquakes test Trump’s new western hemisphere policy after gutting of USAID Marco Rubio is scrambling to provide effective disaster response to country whose president US deposed in January The Guardian - UK · Jun 28
Bill Maher blasts Trump’s Reflecting Pool disaster before excoriating show guest JD Vance Maher begged Vance to bring a stop to Trump’s election fraud claims The Independent UK · Jun 27
Iran Strikes Again As Tensions Resurface In Middle East Iran launched fresh strikes in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday as tensions escalated again in the Middle East threatening a fragile ceasefire agreement reached between Washington and Tehran earlier this month. International Business Times · Jun 27
The internet is buzzing about Trump’s algae-struck Reflecting Pool Social media users recast the iconic landmark as everything from a swampy Star Wars set to Bob Ross landscape The Independent UK · Jun 27
Donald Trump may visit India early next year, hope to finalise trade deal soon, says Marco Rubio US Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed plans for President Donald Trump's visit to India early next year, highlighting strengthening India-US relations. This comes as both nations are nearing a bilateral trade agreement. Rubio also indicated his own travel to India before year-end to lay groundwork for the presidential trip,… The Economic Times · Jun 27
The Times of India · Jun 27 Netanyahu says Israel to remain in south Lebanon despite US-backed peace framework Israel will keep troops in southern Lebanon until Hezbollah is disarmed, despite a new trilateral agreement with Lebanon and the US aimed at ending conflict. Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed Israel's commitment to the security zone, while Lebanon's army will gradually take control as non-state armed groups disarm. The US hailed…
Bangkok Post · Jun 27 Lebanon, Israel and US sign framework pact WASHINGTON - Lebanon, Israel and the United States on Friday signed a trilateral framework agreement aimed at paving the way for a peace deal between the two long-time Middle East adversaries.
International Business Times · Jun 26 Venezuelans Reel From Devastating Twin Earthquakes: 'A Sound I'd Never Heard Before' With rescue operations underway, thousands are sleeping in the streets following Venezuela's twin earthquakes.
The Times of India · Jun 26 US, Israel & Lebanon sign trilateral framework deal after fifth round of talks Israel, Lebanon, and the US have inked a trilateral accord to de-escalate border tensions, marking a significant step towards peace. Under the deal, Israel will withdraw from two southern Lebanese areas, with the Lebanese Armed Forces taking charge as part of a pilot security plan. Officials hailed it as a…
Euronews · Jun 26 Marco Rubio announces Israel-Lebanon framework deal, hailing it as first step toward peace The officials did not disclose details of the deal, which was signed by Yechiel Leiter and Nada Hamadeh, Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors to the United States.
France 24 · Jun 26 Middle East war: Lebanon, Israel and US sign framework agreement in Washington US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced Friday a framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon following talks held in Washington. Nada Hamadeh, ambassador of Lebanon to the United States described the framework as "a first step on the road of restoring Lebanese sovereignty and territorial integrity".
Radio France Internationale · Jun 26 Lebanon, Israel and US sign trilateral framework pact Lebanon, Israel and the United States on Friday signed a trilateral framework agreement aimed at paving the way for a peace deal between the two long-time Middle East adversaries.
The Independent UK · Jun 26 Israel and Lebanon sign framework agreement with US in 'first step' toward peace, Rubio says Secretary of State Marco Rubio along with Israel and Lebanon’s ambassadors is announcing a framework agreement Friday that was described as a first step toward peace following months of conflict between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah
The Guardian - US · Jun 26 JD Vance says ‘violence will be met with violence’ after strikes on Iran – as it happened This live blog is now closed.
International Business Times UK · Jun 26 How the Supreme Court Handed Trump the Bricks to Bypass Federal Asylum Protections at the Border The Supreme Court has handed Donald Trump a major victory on asylum at the US-Mexico border, strengthening his power to block some claims before migrants enter US territory.
International Business Times · Jun 26 Death Toll In Venezuela Earthquakes Rise To 589; At Least 50,000 Listed Missing The Venezuelan government confirmed that at least 589 people have died in the earthquakes that devastated the country. More than 50,000 are listed as missing.