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Vance Says US, Iran Still 'Going Back and Forth' on Nuclear Negotiations as Deal Nears Completion
Vice president described talks as being in 'good faith,' but key sticking points remain over enriched uranium stockpile and enrichment rights.
US, Iran Agree to Tentative Framework to Extend Ceasefire; Trump Must Sign Off
The 60-day memorandum of understanding would also open the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping as both sides pursue nuclear talks.
Rubio Signals U.S. Will Step Back From Russia-Ukraine Mediation Role
Secretary of state suggests administration is prepared to let others take lead on negotiations that have shown little progress over 18 months.
Mamdani Skips Israel Day Parade Despite Joining Other Cultural Celebrations
The decision breaks a 60-year tradition of NYC mayors attending the annual Jewish celebration amid heightened antisemitic incidents across New York.
Anti-Israel Protesters Plan Demonstration at Times Square Real Estate Event Amid Rising Tensions in NYC
The protest, organized by PAL-AWDA NY/NJ, targets a Jerusalem property expo as Jewish and Muslim leaders call on Mayor Mamdani to address antisemitism.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Says Drone Attacks Inside Russia Could Pressure Putin to End War
The comments come as the conflict enters its fourth year, with both sides adapting tactics on an evolving battlefield.
Central Command: Iran Attack on Kuwait an 'Egregious Ceasefire Violation'
The ballistic missile launch, intercepted by Kuwaiti forces, occurred hours after Iran launched five attack drones near the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. Military Strikes Iranian Ground Control Station, Downs Four Drones over Strait of Hormuz
The defensive actions come as negotiations between Washington and Tehran continue amid heightened tensions in the Middle East.
Hamas Confirms Israeli Strikes Killed Its New Military Leader in Gaza City
Mohammed Odeh was killed along with his wife and two children in an airstrike on Tuesday, less than two weeks after his predecessor also fell to Israeli action.
Russia's Automatic Nuclear Launch System Draws Scrutiny After North Korea Amends Defense Policy
Moscow operates 'Perimeter,' a doomsday mechanism that can fire land-based nuclear weapons without human command once activated; experts say Pyongyang has shown interest in similar capabilities.