Vance Heads to Iran Talks
JD Vance is set to lead the U.S. side in talks tied to Iran’s nuclear program, with Washington warning that pressure is still on the table if the deal goes sideways.
Trump Warns Iran After Hormuz Tensions
Iran is accused of pressuring tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, and Trump says that violates the deal. The White House says the lane is still open, but shipping data and market nerves tell a messier story.
Dmitriev’s Washington Visit
Kirill Dmitriev’s reported trip to Washington puts Russia’s backchannel diplomacy back in the spotlight. The talks reportedly touch Ukraine, sanctions relief, and the never-ending promise of “economic cooperation,” which is politician-speak for everybody wants something.
Trump Raises Stakes Against Iran
Pete Hegseth said the next round of U.S. strikes on Iran would be the largest yet, while Trump warned of even harsher action if Tehran did not meet U.S. demands. The White House used a rescue mission and a fast-moving deadline to sell the message.
Cuba’s New Pardon Raises Old Questions
Cuba says it will free 2,010 prisoners, but it is leaving out the names and the details. That tends to make people wonder what the fine print is doing behind the curtain.
France’s Baptism Boom Won’t Slow Down
A new French bishops survey reports 21,386 baptisms planned for the 2026 Easter Vigil, with adults driving most of the increase. The numbers keep rising, which is awkward for anyone who thought Europe had finished with religion.
Trump to Address Iran Crisis Tonight
President Trump is expected to speak at 9 p.m. ET with an update on the war in Iran, while the Strait of Hormuz, troop levels, and a possible deal remain at the center of the debate.
Trump Torches NATO Over Iran
Trump renewed his attack on NATO after the alliance declined to help secure the Strait of Hormuz. He said the United States does not need the bloc, but he will remember who showed up and who did not.
Labour Slams The Crypto Brakes
Britain's Labour government has paused cryptocurrency donations to political parties, and Reform UK says the timing is no accident.
Trump Says Iran Was Two Weeks Away
Trump told MS NOW Iran was close to a nuclear bomb and said U.S. strikes had badly damaged the program. The report also raised fresh questions about how much of Iran's nuclear material and infrastructure may still remain.