Vance expected to depart for Islamabad talks
US Vice President JD Vance is expected to arrive in Islamabad for talks with Iran as the ceasefire is on the verge of expiring.
Trump attacks Democrats over Iran war criticism
President Trump has accused Democrats of trying to undermine the US position regarding Iran in a new social media post.
Qaani visits Baghdad to coordinate militias
IRGC Quds Force commander Esmail Qaani met with Iraqi faction leaders to coordinate for potential new fighting and push for a pro-Iran prime minister.
US suspends funding, dollar shipments to Iraq
The United States has suspended all funding and security coordination with Iraq and halted dollar shipments to its central bank until a new government is formed.
Iranian advisor warns US of 'final chastisement'
An advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader warns that any US miscalculation could trigger a 'final chastisement' response that may extend beyond the Middle East.
Rosatom evacuates staff from Iran's Bushehr plant
Russia's Rosatom has evacuated over 600 personnel from Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant, leaving only a skeleton crew on site.
US CENTCOM: 27 vessels turned back in Iran blockade
U.S. Central Command has directed 27 vessels to turn around or return to Iranian ports since the blockade began.
IDF prepared for new opening strike on Iran
Israeli Channel 12 reports the IDF is preparing for multiple scenarios with Iran, including an opening strike, should US-Iran talks fail.
Iran threatens action against US forces
Iran's armed forces threaten necessary action against the US military once the crew of a seized vessel is safe.