Donald Trump claims the Iran crisis is over, with the nuclear program resolved and gas prices set to fall. However, the administration's efforts to mask the reality of a failed US policy, lacking realistic objectives, are evident.
Donald Trump reignited his feud with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, claiming she repeatedly asked for a photo at the G7 and criticized her stance on Iran. Meloni expressed astonishment at Trump's claims, stating Italy never begs.
Donald Trump renewed claims Giorgia Meloni begged for a photo at the G7, escalating their public feud. Meloni responded sharply on Instagram, defending her popularity and Italy's national interests, while Trump criticized her stance on Iran and military base access.
Israeli PM Netanyahu stated he and US President Trump don't always agree, citing differences during the Iran conflict. Netanyahu emphasized Israel's security interests and credited US-Israeli actions for preventing Iran's nuclear threat.
Former Israeli PM Yair Lapid criticized PM Netanyahu's Iran policy, stating the emerging deal fails to achieve Israel's war aims and strengthens Iran. Lapid called it a complete failure that turns Israel into a satellite state.
Former Israeli PM Yair Lapid criticized PM Netanyahu's Iran policy, stating the current deal fails to achieve Israel's war aims and strengthens Tehran. He warned this makes Israel a "satellite state" and Netanyahu's failure cannot be hidden.
The US House of Representatives, controlled by Republicans, passed a resolution limiting President Trump's war powers against Iran, signaling a political rift within the party. The symbolic vote, supported by four Republicans and all Democrats, challenges Trump's foreign policy.
During a US Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing, Senator Booker criticized the Trump administration's Iran policy, stating the US is "begging" to return to a deal they "tore up." Secretary Rubio defended the administration's stance, asserting Iran is the one in a weaker position due to sanctions and economic hardship.
A new report details President Trump's volatile approach to foreign policy, particularly regarding Iran and Israel, leading to confusion among allies and adversaries. Pundits criticize the administration for lacking a clear strategy, potentially damaging global alliances and partnerships.
Senator Lindsey Graham has urged former President Donald Trump to return to his previous Iran policy, emphasizing that any deal must penalize Tehran for supporting groups like Hamas and Hezbollah. Graham stated Iran is at its weakest since 1979 but still exerts influence through proxies, warning that future attacks are linked to its desire for regional destabilization, not just its nuclear program.
Donald Trump's "war of choice" against Iran has failed, leaving the US in a worse negotiating position. A proposed MOU aims to continue a ceasefire, but key nuclear issues are deferred, and Iran seeks sanctions relief. The article criticizes Trump's approach and advocates for a return to diplomacy focused on denying Iran nuclear means.
Donald Trump is reportedly outsourcing Iran policy to Middle East allies as he seeks an exit from conflict. Despite threats, US plans for a major strike were postponed, with Trump citing negotiations and requests from Gulf leaders, though their awareness of the planned strike is questioned.
VP JD Vance defended President Trump's Iran policy at a White House briefing, calling it not a "forever war." Vance, seen as a potential 2028 successor, fielded questions on various topics, downplaying his own ambitions and contrasting his style with Trump's.
Putin visits China to discuss energy and logistics, Trump's Iran policy remains uncertain, and Russia and Belarus begin joint nuclear drills
Josh Gruenbaum, a former Wall Street executive who rose rapidly in the Trump administration and met with Putin at the Kremlin, has had his foreign policy responsibilities reduced. He will now focus exclusively on Gaza-related efforts through the Board of Peace, an organization described as independent of the US government despite Trump serving as its chair. Concerns about his working style and internal communications led to the shift, though he maintains support from Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
King Charles III will become only the second British monarch to address a joint meeting of US Congress on Tuesday, delivering a 20-minute speech aimed at strengthening UK-US relations amid significant diplomatic tensions. The visit marks the 250th anniversary of American independence and comes after Donald Trump threatened to tear up a trade deal, mocked the Royal Navy, and criticized PM Keir Starmer for refusing to join the US-Israel offensive against Iran.
American economist Jeffrey Sachs has criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, claiming Trump's decision to attack Iran was driven by what Sachs called Netanyahu's 'fanatical' and misguided agenda. In an interview with Tucker Carlson, Sachs said Netanyahu 'has the wrong framework of the world' and described him as 'a disaster.' The comments come as Trump extended a ceasefire with Tehran indefinitely while maintaining a naval blockade of Iranian ports.
