Apr 21 Watch 8:21 In rare interview, top Hezbollah leader rejects disarmament, calls for Israeli withdrawal By Simona Foltyn, Adrian Hartrick, Vicken Avakian Representatives from the governments of Lebanon and Israel will meet again this week in Washington for peace talks. But Hezbollah is not involved. The full disarmament of the Iran-backed group is a central part of the discussions, but in a… Continue watching
Apr 21 U.S. officials killed in Mexico after anti-drug operation were working for CIA, AP sources say By Megan Janetsky, David Klepper, Aamer Madhani, Associated Press The lack of clarity from authorities reignited a debate over the extent of U.S. involvement in Mexico's security operations as Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum faces extreme pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump's administration to crack down on cartels. Continue reading
Apr 21 A timeline of Trump's shifting statements about how long the Iran war will last By Amy Sherman, Zoe Weyand, PolitiFact Since the U.S. and Israel launched the strikes against Iran Feb. 28, President Donald Trump has made contradictory statements about the timeline to end the war. He has repeatedly declared victory and then later threatened Iran. Continue reading
Apr 21 Japan lifts ban on lethal weapons exports in major change of its postwar pacifist policy By Mary Yamaguchi, Associated Press The move comes as the country accelerates its military buildup in the face of growing security challenges in the region. Continue reading
Apr 21 Pope Leo criticizes colonization of minerals, 'lust for power' in Equatorial Guinea By Nicole Winfield, Associated Press Pope Leo XIV has denounced the “colonization” of minerals and the “lust for power” in Equatorial Guinea. Continue reading
Apr 21 U.S. forces board a sanctioned oil tanker 'without incident' in the Indian Ocean, the Pentagon says By Ben Finley, Konstantin Toropin, Bill Barrow, Associated Press It's the latest move by the U.S. to stop any ship tied to Iran or those suspected of carrying supplies that could help its government, from weapons and oil to metals and electronics. Continue reading
Apr 21 Late Queen Elizabeth II's legacy still looms over British monarchy 100 years after her birth By Danica Kirka, Associated Press Even now, mention of “the queen” is more likely to evoke thoughts of Queen Elizabeth II than of Queen Camilla, the wife of the reigning King Charles III. But the passage of time has also tarnished the late queen’s legacy. Continue reading
Apr 21 U.S. delays new round of negotiations with Iran as ceasefire deadline nears By Munir Ahmed, Jon Gambrell, Samy Magdy, Associated Press Last-minute ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran look uncertain as a two-week truce is set to expire. Continue reading
Apr 20 Watch 8:12 Next round of U.S.-Iran talks in doubt as tensions rise ahead of ceasefire deadline By Liz Landers, Kayan Taraporevala An American delegation, led by Vice President Vance, will soon leave for Pakistan to resume talks with Iran over the nearly two-month-long war. Iranian officials have been noncommittal about attending the round of talks. President Trump also sent mixed signals,… Continue watching
Apr 20 Watch 4:02 Retired admiral breaks down U.S. strategy behind naval blockade By Geoff Bennett, Dan Sagalyn To discuss the U.S. shooting and disabling of an Iranian cargo ship to enforce its naval blockade, Geoff Bennett spoke with retired Adm. Gary Roughead. He was Chief of Naval Operations from 2007 to 2011 and is now a Distinguished… Continue watching