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Major US defense contractors are pausing production expansion plans, awaiting congressional approval for the Pentagon’s new procurement proposals. Delays in budget approval could impact military readiness amid rising geopolitical tensions, industry sources and analysts report.
Iran has threatened 'long and painful' retaliation against US positions in the Gulf if Washington resumes attacks, while reasserting control over the Strait of Hormuz. The blockade has cut off 20% of global oil and gas supply, driving up energy prices and raising recession fears. Diplomatic efforts have stalled, and the US faces a deadline under the War Powers Resolution, with reports suggesting President Trump is considering further military strikes.
On day 63 of the Iran conflict, President Pezeshkian condemns the U.S. blockade as 'unbearable,' while President Trump hints at resuming war. Iran activates its air defense, oil prices spike, and the UAE evacuates citizens from the region.
US President Donald Trump has voiced support for Iran’s participation in the 2026 World Cup, after FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed the Iranian team will play on US soil. The decision comes amid ongoing political tensions between the two nations. Iran will open its Group G campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Cain testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee on April 30, facing questions on the Iran war as costs hit $25 billion. Hegseth defended the campaign and attacked critics, while lawmakers raised concerns about legal authority, ammunition stockpiles, and civilian casualties.
The United States has fallen to 64th place in the 2025 World Press Freedom Index, its lowest-ever position, as RSF warns of a 'press freedom crisis.' The report cites Trump administration policies and media consolidation as key factors, with the FCC under Chairman Brendan Carr stepping up pressure on journalists.
Former FBI Director James Comey appeared in a Virginia federal court on Wednesday facing charges related to a social media post prosecutors say threatened President Donald Trump's life. Comey surrendered on two counts and denies all allegations, vowing to fight in court. The case centers on an Instagram photo of seashells arranged to read '8647,' which some interpreted as a coded threat.
The US Supreme Court is hearing a case on whether President Trump can terminate Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and Syrians, with a ruling potentially affecting 1.3 million people from 17 countries. The administration argues the program has been abused, while critics cite ongoing crises in both nations and allege racial bias. The case could reshape US immigration policy and deportation efforts.
President Donald Trump warned Iran to 'wake up quickly' after Tehran proposed delaying a nuclear deal, posting an AI-generated image reading 'Good times are over.' The warning came as uncertainty mounts over the US-Iran ceasefire, days after Trump canceled the latest round of talks. Meanwhile, Iran has executed at least 21 people and arrested over 4,000 since the war began, according to the UN.
