South African Politician Julius Malema Is Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison
The leftist lawmaker has been a prime target of President Trump’s attacks on South Africa. The ruling, handed down after a conviction on g…
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Pakistan Looks to Play Peacemaker Between U.S. and Iran, Again
After talks in Islamabad last weekend led to a two-week cease-fire, Pakistan is offering to host another round in an attempt to sustain ongo…
What the U.S. Blockade Means for Iran’s Economy
Putting a stop to Iranian shipping will further add to Iran’s economic pain, analysts said, but it might not be enough to force concession…
Trump’s Scattershot Week, and a Stock Market Record
Plus, forget sneakers — Allbirds is going A.I.
The Slow-Motion Battle for Hormuz
Iran’s stranglehold over the waterway completely reshaped shipping during the war. The U.S. naval blockade is an attempt to stop that.
Israeli and Lebanese Leaders Will Speak Thursday, Trump Says
Neither side confirmed a meeting. Israeli and Lebanese officials have said a cease-fire in the war against Hezbollah is under consideration.
Iran War Live Updates: Pakistan’s Shuttle Diplomacy Unfolds in Tehran
The status of U.S.-Iran peace talks was not clear early Thursday, a day after a Pakistani delegation arrived in the Iranian capital. Preside…
Xi Courts Vietnam With His Authoritarian Vision of Security
China used a visit by the Vietnamese leader to show a deepening of security ties that analysts say far outpaces U.S. defense ties in the reg…
Who’s Winning the Cash Race in 9 Top Senate Contests?
Money from Democratic donors has flowed into the coffers of the party’s top Senate candidates — especially its nominee in Texas.
Talarico Leads a Democratic Cash Surge: 7 Takeaways From 2026 Filings
Democrats in key Senate races out-raised their Republican rivals, but super PACs on the right are poised to play a powerful role in the midt…
European Airlines Face Fuel Shortages Within Weeks
If tankers do not soon begin crossing the Strait of Hormuz, airlines in Europe may not have enough jet fuel to operate all of their flights.
Kennedy to Testify Before Congress for First Time This Year
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to defend staff and funding cuts at the Health and Human Services Department he oversees.