Trump Says He Could Order New Strikes on Iran if It 'Misbehaves'

U.S. Central Command Plans 'Short and Powerful' Strikes on Iran as Negotiations Stall

Gas Prices Surge to Wartime High as Iran Conflict Impacts Energy Markets

Defense Secretary Hegseth Defends Iran War in Combative House Hearing

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced aggressive questioning from Democrats during his first Congressional hearing since the Iran war began, as lawmakers challenged his claims about U.S. strategy and pressed for clarity on the conflict's costs and duration. The Pentagon disclosed the war has cost an estimated $25 billion so far.

Trump Administration Prepares Military Strike Options Against Iran to Break Stalled Negotiations

US Central Command has prepared plans for new strikes on Iran as negotiations remain deadlocked, with President Trump rejecting Iranian proposals to lift the Strait of Hormuz blockade.

Trump Rejects Iran Peace Proposal as U.S.-Iran Conflict Approaches Day 64

President Trump has rejected Iran's latest peace proposal, maintaining that its demands include terms he 'can't agree to.' The U.S. continues its naval blockade of Iranian ports as the ongoing conflict, which has put the Pentagon at about $25 billion in costs, enters its third month without clear resolution.

Trump Withdraws 5,000 U.S. Troops from Germany Amid Dispute with Chancellor Merz

President Trump ordered the Pentagon to withdraw approximately 5,000 active-duty troops from Germany over the next 6-12 months, following a public dispute with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz who criticized the U.S. war with Iran. The move affects roughly 14% of the U.S. military presence in the country.

Russia Warns Trump of 'Damaging Consequences' Over Further Iran Military Action

Russian President Vladimir Putin warned President Trump against escalating military action against Iran during a phone call, emphasizing the potential for widespread international consequences from additional strikes on Iranian targets.

Trump Rejects Iran's Latest Peace Proposal as Negotiations Hit Stalemate

President Trump said Friday he is 'not satisfied' with Iran's newest proposal to end the war, as negotiations over reopening the Strait of Hormuz remain deadlocked. Iran delivered the proposal through Pakistani mediators, but it reportedly sidelines crucial nuclear program discussions that Trump has made a priority.