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New York Times quotes US and Israeli officials confirming Iranian claims to have shot down a fighter jet

The total year-on-year increase in Pentagon spending would be the largest since World War II, US media reports

Trump says Iran’s leadership 'knows what must be done, and fast', stressing swift cease‑fire steps

UN cites Good Friday holiday for delay, sources say

Reason for the request is unclear, but CBS reports Hegseth sought a leader aligned with his and Trump’s vision for the Army

Bahrain proposes a draft resolution that would greenlight states to use force to assure free transit through the Strait of Hormuz

Iran's foreign minister says striking civilian structures, including unfinished bridges, will not compel Iranians to surrender

Israel's military warns that its air defenses are operating to down missiles fired from Iran

Dismissal follows criticism over Epstein files and failed prosecutions of Trump’s political opponents

Masoud Pezeshkian questions whether Washington enters the war as a proxy for Israel, influenced by the regime.

Andrew Emerald, 45, allegedly posted eight threats last year against Donald Trump

Iran rejects Washington’s ceasefire proposal as 'maximalist and irrational', while Trump says the war’s core objectives near completion

Iran foreign ministry calls Trump’s ceasefire claim 'false' as strikes hit Tehran and region

France’s leader highlights stability and energy cooperation during Japan visit as global tensions rise

Iran’s FM Araghchi says he still receives messages from US envoy Witkoff but this 'does not mean we are in negotiations'

US president says Washington aims to “finish the job” by eliminating Iran’s capabilities, but a deal remains possible

US won't be there to help you anymore, just like you weren't there for us, says US president

State TV says the plan includes rial-based tolls, financial controls, asserting Iran’s sovereignty, and coordination with Oman across the Strait

Netanyahu says over half of wae goals are met with no timeline, as Trump warns US will strike Iran’s energy sites, including Kharg Island, if the Hormuz is not reopened