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Treasury Secretary Bessent Says U.S. Will 'Retake Control' of Strait of Hormuz

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the United States will "retake control" of the Strait of Hormuz over time, to restore freedom of navigation through one of the world's most critical energy chokepoints.

International Business Times

US ‘figuring out who’s in charge’ in Iran after Trump hails talks progress

Tehran’s leadership has been left ‘very fragmented’ by the conflict, says Washington.

Evening Standard

Peace talks with Iran ongoing and progressing well, White House says

The comments come on the same day that President Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iran's oil export hub of Kharg Island and other oil wells and power plants if it does not agree to a deal to end the war soon.

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FTSE 100 up as latest peace talk claims weighed

Financial analysts said markets remain nervous amid comments from Donald Trump about seizing Iranian oil and the country’s Kharg Island export hub.

Evening Standard

Gavin Newsom Praises Trump Admin's Cuba Policy: 'We're Having a Different Conversation With The Leadership'

California Gov. Gavin Newsom praised the Trump administration's Cuba policy, saying its "quasi blockade," preventing the country from receiving fuel, allowed it to have "different conversations" with its leadership.

Latin Times

Marco Rubio Says Iran Won't Be Able To Control The Strait Of Hormuz: 'Will Never Be Allowed To Happen'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran won't be able to control the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway through which about 20% of the global energy goes through, after officers in Tehran said they intend to.

Latin Times

Kharg of the US brigade: Pentagon lines up troops to capture Iranian island that accounts for 90 per cent of its oil exports

The TOI correspondent from Washington: What began as a “little excursion” into Iran – as described by President Trump –- is now edging toward a full-scale invasion of the country, with U.S officials signaling the start of a broader military campaign, including the potential seizure of Kharg Island—Tehran’s most critical…

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Vance vs Rubio: Who came out on top in CPAC straw poll

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The Independent UK

Stephen Smith grills politicians on lack of leadership at Real Time with Bill Maher

Stephen Smith raised his voice on Real Time with Bill Maher to criticize both Democrats and Republicans in government. It’s a voice that comes from frustration, but he rightfully points out the lack of leadership from the two parties.

The Mary Sue

CPAC voters pick between Vance and Rubio for 2028 presidential nominee in straw poll

Vance won 2025 CPAC poll over Steve Bannon and retains a lead over Rubio

The Independent UK

US plots Iran ground assault as 10,000 troops ready and Marines surge into Middle East

Pentagon prepares for ‘major escalation’ that could last weeks as war-gamed plans move forward, Houthi attacks widen the conflict and fears grow over global oil and trade routes being hit

Evening Standard

DeSantis Hints at Another White House Run, But a Poll Shows Him Far Behind Leading Contenders

An Emerson College survey of Republican voters in New Hampshire released found him with just 5% support, lagging behind JD Vance and Marco Rubio

Latin Times

Iran-US war latest: Massive Kuwaiti oil tanker off Dubai port hit as Trump issues fresh warning to Tehran

US president claims ‘serious discussions’ are ongoing with Iran to end the war in Iran

The Independent UK

JD Vance leads CPAC poll for next Republican presidential candidate

Vice-president received about 53% of votes at Conservative Political Action Conference held in Texas this year

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The Independent UK

Iranian attack on Saudi base causes American casualties. More US forces arrive in the Middle East

The number of Americans wounded in the Iran war has grown beyond 300, with more than two dozen troops injured this week from attacks on a Saudi air base

The Guardian - UK

As US troops sail to Middle East, how likely is Trump to order boots on the ground?

Secretary of state Marco Rubio repeats administration’s belief that US can achieve its aims without a ground war

The Mary Sue

‘Consequences will follow’: Marco Rubio breaks down after Europe rejects him, and he wasn’t ready for a dose of reality

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio braced for some tough questions from European leaders at the G7 summit, all while criticizing nations unwilling to fully back the US-Israeli war on Iran. This comes as top diplomats showed significant divisions with the United States over the ongoing Iran war, despite agreeing…

The Independent UK

Israel says it intercepted first incoming missile from Yemen as war in Middle East intensifies

Israel’s military says it intercepted a missile launched from Yemen toward Israel for the first time

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The Times of India

War to end in ‘weeks, not months’: Rubio says no need to send ground troops to Iran

US secretary of state Marco Rubio stated military operations against Iran are expected to conclude within weeks, not months, without ground troops. Despite ongoing conflict and disruptions to global energy supplies, Washington anticipates a response to its 15-point proposal aimed at ending the war, as Iran faces further strikes on…

The Guardian - AU

Houthis join the fray – as it happened

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The Independent UK

At least 10 US troops injured after Iranian strike on Saudi air base

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The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Rubio stridently denies US is demanding Kyiv give up eastern Donbas to Russia

US secretary of state says Zelenskyy’s claims ‘not true’ about Donbas; French TV criticised over Sergei Lavrov interview. What we know on day 1,494

The Independent UK

10 US service members injured in Iranian attack on Saudi base

Iran's ambassador to the UN confirmed the nation would "facilitate and expedite" such movement

Axios

Scoop: Rubio and EU official had heated exchange on Russia at G7 meeting

"If you think you can do it better, go ahead. We will step aside," Rubio fired back.

Latin Times

Cuba Reportedly Asked Pope Leo To Convince The Trump Admin To Ease its Oil Embargo

Cuban officials have asked Pope Leo XIV to mediate between them and the United States to ease the oil blockade that has the island on the brink of collapse, according to a new report.

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