Iran War Live Updates: Iran’s Military Says It Has Reimposed ‘Strict Control’ of Strait of Hormuz
The military said it would keep the vital waterway under its control until the U.S. ended its blockade of Iranian ports. The statement added…
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In Angola, Pope Faces the Legacy of Colonialism
His visit includes a trip to a shrine where enslaved Africans were baptized before being forced into the treacherous voyage across the Atlan…
Why Iran’s ‘Mosquito Fleet’ Remains a Potent Threat in the Strait of Hormuz
Separate from the regular Iranian Navy, with boats that often go more than 115 miles per hour, it’s what a retired U.S. official calls a …
How a Fight With Trump Threw Spain’s Leader a Political Lifeline
To leftists abroad, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez of Spain is a hero for standing up to President Trump. At home, Mr. Trump is seen as Mr. S…
How Trump Helped Pope Leo Find His Voice
After his election last year, Leo XIV developed a reputation as a mild-mannered mediator. President Trump’s attacks have made him more com…
Federal Court Temporarily Freezes Nexstar’s Merger With Tegna
The judge said the two television companies could not combine operations while an antitrust lawsuit proceeded. Nexstar said its deal was alr…
Trump Extends Sanctions Exemption on Some Russian Oil as High Gas Prices Persist
The Trump administration made the announcement hours after Iran said that the Strait of Hormuz was open to commercial ships.
Trump Loosens Restrictions on Psychedelic Drugs
The president’s executive order is intended to accelerate research into the compounds’ efficacy in treating mental health disorders like…
In Phoenix, Trump Eyes Lower Gas Prices and Frets About the Midterms
President Trump told a crowd of supporters that the price of oil and gas was coming down, part of an effort in recent days to present a rosi…
Trump Will Participate in a Marathon Bible Reading
He will read a passage from the Old Testament that his Christian supporters cite as a call to national repentance and divine blessing.
Trump’s Dispute With Pope Leo Deepens Divisions on the Right
Sean Hannity criticized the pope. Tucker Carlson attacked Mr. Hannity. And President Trump suggested ranking MAGA figures: “good, bad, and…