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The Latest Breaking News from Marco Rubio

Trump would fire Howard Lutnick if he saw video of his Epstein testimony, say House oversight committee Democrats – as it happened

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The Guardian - US · May 6

Trump’s 48 hours of chaos on Iran: Project Freedom paused and Operation Epic Fury declared ‘over’

In a surprising climbdown, US president said he was pausing his new initiative to save stranded vessels in the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK · May 6

Marco Rubio confirms new US goal for Iran is to try to return it ‘back to the way it was’ before Trump’s failed war

One of the most humiliating moments in American military history!

We Got This Covered · May 6

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Exclusive: U.S. and Iran closing in on one-page memo to end war, officials say

Nothing has been agreed, but sources say this is the closest the parties have come to an agreement.

Axios · May 6

Iran war could cause job losses in Britain, minister warns

Pat McFadden said the impact of the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz could feed through to the UK labour market.

Evening Standard · May 6

Meloni -Trump tensions tested, can the US - Italy alliance hold?

Tensions between Meloni and Trump do not seem to threaten the privileged axis between Rome and Washington, shored up by US bases in Italy and Italian contracts.

Euronews · May 6

Macron says ‘all parties must lift the blockades’ – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · May 6

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Top Trump advisers urge China to leverage Iran ties to reopen Strait of Hormuz to global traffic

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent have both expressed a need for China to leverage its tight relations with Tehran to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz for “their own interests”.

Euronews · May 6

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv accuses Moscow of violating ceasefire with missile and drone strikes

Worst Russian strikes of the year throughout eastern Ukraine kill 27 people in hours leading up to Kyiv's ceasefire

The Independent UK · May 6

Trump renews feud with Pope Leo XIV days ahead of planned Marco Rubio visit to the Vatican

In an interview with US media outlets, Trump said Pope Leo XIV’s words are helping Iran and making the world “less safe”, slamming him for his stance which Trump perceives to mean indifference about Tehran acquiring nuclear weapons.

Euronews · May 6

Iran-US war latest: Trump’s pause on plan to escort ships through Strait of Hormuz follows backlash from allies, reports claim

Trump quickly announced the pause of ‘Project Freedom,’ citing ‘great progress’ with Iran towards a permanent peace deal

The Independent UK · May 6

'Operation Epic Fury concluded': Trump aide declares 'objectives achieved' in Iran action

“Operation Epic Fury is concluded,” US secretary of state Marco Rubio declared early Thursday, marking the end of over two months of unrest triggered by a major military escalation involving the United States and Israel against Iran.

The Times of India · May 6

Trump news at a glance: Marco Rubio, in White House press room, puts a spin on rising gas prices

Secretary of state says US is ‘very fortunate’ as Trump’s Iran war pushes gas price near $4.50 a gallon – key US politics stories from Tuesday, 5 May at a glance

The Guardian - US · May 6

US to pause effort to guide ships out of Strait of Hormuz to focus on Iran deal

The announcement came after military leaders and US secretary of state Marco Rubio insisted a ceasefire in the Middle East was still holding.

The Independent UK · May 6

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Evening Standard · May 6

Oil price edges lower as Trump pauses Strait of Hormuz 'Project Freedom'

Trump announces he is temporarily pausing his initiative to guide ships out of the crucial waterway

The Guardian - UK · May 6

Trump puts ‘Project Freedom’ on hold, saying he hopes to finalise a deal with Iran

US president says he is pausing US effort to guide stranded vessels out of the strait of Hormuz but blockade remains

The Times of India · May 5

'Project Freedom will be paused for a short period': Trump halts Hormuz operation amid Iran talks

President Trump has halted 'Project Freedom,' a US military initiative to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing requests from Pakistan and progress toward a deal with Iran. This pause comes after the US declared the offensive phase of 'Operation Epic Fury' complete, emphasizing defensive actions in the region.

AAP · May 5

National fuel reserve 'future-proofed' in $10b plan

Australia has taken steps to shore up security of fuel and fertiliser under a multibillion-dollar package as supply chains remain disrupted by the Iran war.

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The Independent UK · May 5

White House’s Cinco de Mayo post trolling Democrats backfires after Schumer claps back with Epstein meme

The White House shared an AI-generated image of Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries wearing sombreros and drinking margaritas with a sign that read, ‘I love illegal immigrants’

The Guardian - US · May 5

Rubio insists US is ‘very fortunate’ as Iran war pushes gas price near $4.50

US secretary of state says US is better off than other countries hit by disruption in oil supplies

The Independent UK · May 5

Historic women’s college faces government investigation for admitting trans students

The Department of Education will determine whether Smith College violated Title IX by allowing trans women to enroll

The Independent UK · May 5

After brief respite, gasoline prices continue their steady climb

The price of a gallon of regular gasoline climbed 31 cents in the past week, spiking to an average of $4.48 per gallon Tuesday, according to AAA

The Independent UK · May 5

Trump teaches kids his iconic dance during fitness test on White House lawn

President also tried to show off his own athletic prowess by sinking a few putts on the White House lawn, but missed all three of his shots

The Independent UK · May 5

Rubio warns Iranian leadership to ‘check themselves before they wreck themselves’

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The Independent UK · May 5

Trump says his ballroom will cost $400M. So why are Republicans adding $1B to spending bill?

Meanwhile, Sen. Chuck Grassley’s office says the money does not explicitly go to the ballroom, although it does go to “the East Wing Modernization Project.”

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