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The New York Times reports that the US and Israel devised a bold plan to install former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as leader during a military campaign, but the scheme quickly failed and he is now missing. The plan involved freeing him from house arrest via an Israeli airstrike, but Ahmadinejad lost faith afterward, according to US officials and associates.
According to a defense analyst, Iran has learned effective ways to counter US tactics in the Middle East. Tehran leverages experience from past conflicts and uses military, diplomatic, and economic strategies to neutralize Washington's moves. The evaluation comes as nuclear talks stall and bilateral tensions persist.
Iran warned that any renewed conflict would bring 'more surprises' after President Donald Trump gave Tehran 'two to three days' to reach a deal. Vice President JD Vance said both sides have made 'good progress' in negotiations. The wars in Iran and Ukraine are also expected to dominate talks as Chinese President Xi Jinping hosts Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Nigeria's Defence Headquarters announced on May 20, 2026, that joint operations with the U.S. Africa Command have eliminated 175 IS fighters in a series of airstrikes in the northeast. The operations destroyed ISIL and ISWAP facilities and financial networks. The strikes follow the earlier killing of senior ISIL commander Abu Bilal al-Minuki, and another senior fighter, Abd-al Wahhab.
President Donald Trump said Chinese President Xi Jinping assured him Beijing would not send weapons to Iran. Trump also threatened to resume strikes on Iran if no ceasefire progress is made within 'a few days.'
After a shooting at a San Diego mosque, US Muslims fear more violence. The incident has prompted discussions on security and religious discrimination.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a 30-day extension of the sanctions waiver for Russian oil on tankers at sea to stabilize global energy markets disrupted by the Middle East conflict. This is the second extension since the waiver was first issued in March. India and China remain the largest buyers of Russian oil, with India's imports exceeding 2 million barrels per day.
Former US President Donald Trump has stated he will not proceed with military strikes against Iran for now, raising questions about his foreign policy strategy as tensions escalate in the Middle East. The announcement follows growing reports that a military clash between Washington and Tehran could be imminent.
President Donald Trump has postponed a planned U.S. military strike on Iran after receiving a 14-point peace proposal from Tehran via Pakistani intermediaries. The move comes amid ongoing drone attacks in the Gulf region, raising concerns about further escalation.
