A parasitic stomach illness, cyclosporiasis, has infected over 4,100 people across 41 US states, hospitalizing 308. The outbreak is linked to contaminated lettuce, with US and Mexican authorities disputing the source from Mexican facilities, and the FDA issuing conflicting information.
Seven American aid workers from Samaritan's Purse are quarantining at a new US-built isolation facility in Kenya, following US travel restrictions for those returning from Ebola-affected areas. The facility's construction has faced significant opposition and a court-ordered suspension in Kenya.
Following his father's funeral, Mojtaba Khamenei released a 'revenge list' naming 13 world leaders, including Trump and Netanyahu, as targets. This coincides with reports of an Iranian assassination plot against Trump and ongoing conflict, with the US striking Iranian targets after attacks on commercial ships.
Iran's Fars news agency claims drone strikes destroyed US HIMARS missile launchers in Kuwait, killing three American officers. Kuwait confirmed attacks on border posts and a drone hitting an oil platform, injuring one worker, but did not blame Iran or confirm HIMARS destruction. US Central Command has not confirmed the Iranian claims.
The US government has paid nearly $3m in compensation to victims of Havana Syndrome, a mysterious neurological condition affecting spies and diplomats. Payments, made under the Havana Act, are the first to US agency staff reporting symptoms like hearing strange noises and intense pressure.
Despite escalating attacks between the US and Iran this week, a US official stated Washington remains committed to negotiations for a lasting peace deal. Technical talks are set to continue, though both sides accuse each other of violating a recent Memorandum of Understanding.
US officials reported no new strikes on Iran, emphasizing commitment to diplomacy amid ongoing "technical talks." This follows Iran's retaliatory attacks on US military sites in Gulf states, which further strained a fragile ceasefire. Both nations seek to de-escalate and revive diplomatic efforts.
The US is engaged in diplomacy to prevent escalation in the Middle East but is also preparing for potential strikes against Iran if necessary, according to CNN sources. Technical talks between US and Iranian negotiators are ongoing, following a recent resumption of US strikes.
The Wall Street Journal reported, citing unnamed US administration officials, that some of Iran's retaliatory strikes on US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain were successful. While most attacks were repelled, several Iranian missiles reportedly reached their targets, causing minor damage and no casualties, according to US officials.
The US is considering a bid to host the 2029 Club World Cup, aiming to leverage the success of the current World Cup. FIFA has held talks with US officials, but a formal bid is pending confirmation of the selection process. The US co-hosted the current World Cup and is set to host the 2031 Women's World Cup.
US officials anticipate that the current round of strikes on Iran may extend for up to a month, depending on Iran's actions, according to Axios. This follows President Trump's declaration of a ceasefire termination due to alleged Iranian violations.
US officials are considering disabling Turkey's Russian-made S-400 air defense systems as a compromise to allow the sale of F-35 fighter jets, according to Semafor. This move aims to bypass congressional restrictions while letting Turkey keep the S-400s. President Trump has indicated support for the F-35 sale.
US officials express uncertainty about the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara due to a tense atmosphere and President Trump's dissatisfaction with allies' actions. European leaders aim to prevent major conflict by offering new defense commitments.
US officials are frustrated with Israeli PM Netanyahu's unfulfilled assurances regarding the Iran conflict. Netanyahu urged Trump to curb Turkish influence and avoid supplying advanced weapons to Turkey. Despite differences, Netanyahu is expected to visit the White House.
Russia will be well-represented at the G20 summit in December, according to Denis Agafonov, the Russian sherpa for the G20. The final decision on who will attend, including President Putin, will be made closer to the event, depending on various factors and the host country's approach.
The US has refused to renew the USMCA trade pact with Mexico and Canada, opting instead for annual reviews. This decision, made on the deal's deadline, could impact businesses and investments across North America.
A US missile strike on the Shajareh Tayyebeh school in Minab, Iran, killed numerous children over four months ago, yet accountability remains elusive. Evidence of the strike was available immediately, but the Trump administration has not accepted blame.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and former President Donald Trump have urged oil and gas companies to lower prices, with Trump demanding prices target $2.50 a gallon. Bessent cited record profits and the upcoming 250th anniversary of the US founding as reasons for companies to act.
Iran's football federation has accused a senior US official of "lies" and "mistreatment" after he celebrated their World Cup exit. The federation stated that Iranians are "used to" such remarks and that US officials lack commitment to international law.
Following a summit with "anaemic deliverables," analysts note US-China relations have become excessively reliant on Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump, failing to address structural issues and creating instability.
US officials, including Rep. Brian Mast and Sen. Jim Banks, warn that China's pursuit of AI leadership is a critical national security, economic, and moral race for the US, emphasizing the need to prevent China from gaining an advantage.
India expressed concerns about an "AI kill switch" at the US-led "Pax Silica" summit in Washington, seeking assurances from US officials that access to technology, once provided, would not be cut off, especially after a company previously cut access to models worldwide without warning.
The US has partially lifted sanctions on Iranian oil exports following "encouraging" peace talks in Switzerland. While US VP JD Vance claimed Iran agreed to allow nuclear inspectors, Tehran denied making new commitments. The US also threatened Iran over the Strait of Hormuz.
A Trump-appointed official suggested acquiring Greenland's seafood industry to provide limitless shrimp for Red Lobster, a bizarre addition to strategic and mineral wealth justifications for annexation. Greenland and Denmark have condemned the idea.
