‘I’m glad he backed off’: US political leaders relieved as Trump announces ceasefire

Chuck Schumer attacks president’s ‘ridiculous bluster’ while Republicans cast decision as shrewd tactical move Middle East crisis – live updates Political leaders and many Americans breathed a sigh of relief on Tuesday evening, after Donald Trump announced a provisional ceasefire deal following threats to destroy Iran’s “whole civilization” if Tehran failed to reopen the strait … Read more

Trump agrees to 2-week ceasefire if Iran opens Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced that, based on conversations with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, he will delay the “bombing and attack of Iran” for two weeks. Trump said the decision came after the leaders requested the U.S. “hold off the destructive force being sent tonight to Iran,” which … Read more

US and Iran agree to two-week ceasefire, with strait of Hormuz to open

Last-minute intervention led by Pakistan cancels Trump ultimatum for Iran to surrender or face annihilation Middle East crisis – live updates Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email The US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire on Tuesday evening after a last-minute diplomatic intervention led by Pakistan, canceling an ultimatum from Donald … Read more

US warns of Iran-affiliated cyber-attacks on critical infrastructure across country

Security agencies say municipalities should watch out for unusual activity, especially in water and energy sectors Middle East crisis – live updates Top government security agencies issued a warning of Iran-affiliated cyber-attacks on critical infrastructure across the US on Tuesday. In a joint statement, the agencies said municipalities, especially in the water and energy sectors, … Read more

Democrat swing candidate called Biden’s border handling ‘a huge misstep’ after backing his approach as mayor

A Democratic candidate is facing scrutiny over an apparent reversal on the southern border as she seeks to flip a battleground House seat this year. Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti recently criticized former President Joe Biden’s handling of the southern border, calling it “a huge misstep” and “really terrible” during a March podcast appearance. The House … Read more