Iran Accuses Trump of ‘Big Lies’ Amid Crucial Geneva Talks

A new round of crucial nuclear talks are getting underway in Geneva between top negotiators from the United States and Iran. It comes after President Donald Trump accused Iran of “starting all over” with its nuclear program and that it is “working to build missiles that will soon reach the United States.” Iran dismisses all … Read more

Judge orders Ilhan Omar attack suspect to remain in custody pending trial

The man accused of squirting Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., with a syringe of apple cider vinegar during a town hall in Minneapolis last month will remain in custody until he stands trial, according to court documents. Magistrate Judge David Schultz ordered Anthony Kazmierczak, 56, to remain in custody pending trial, citing “exceedingly serious and dangerous circumstances” … Read more

Memorial Services Begin in Chicago for Rev. Jesse Jackson

Memorial services honoring the life and legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson are beginning to take place in his longtime home of Chicago starting at Rainbow PUSH, the nonprofit organization he founded five decades ago. It will be the first of several tributes for the civil rights icon who paved the way for future political leaders. … Read more

Autocracy is rising in the west. But the global south proves it’s not inevitable | Kenneth Roth

While some who have lived their entire lives under democracy seem willing to forsake it, many who have experienced life under autocracy want out There is plenty to worry about in the global contest between democracy and autocracy. Iran’s violent repression of antigovernment protests in January crushed the latest effort to challenge a ruthless regime. … Read more

Trump envoy Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Geneva for closely watched Iran negotiations

Oman’s foreign minister met Thursday in Geneva with President Donald Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner, as efforts intensify to reach a new agreement over Iran’s nuclear program. The minister, Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, said the talks focused on Tehran’s proposals and perspectives, as well as questions and responses from the … Read more