US Officials

Iran's Revolutionary Guards fired at least two missiles at commercial ships transiting through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday night, according to a report citing two US officials. The attack occurred in a strategically vital waterway.

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps launched retaliatory attacks targeting a Jordanian airbase hosting US forces, as well as Kuwait and Bahrain, in response to US strikes. US officials reported that nearly all Iranian missiles and drones were intercepted, with no harm to personnel or damage to locations reported.

Iran will dilute its uranium stockpile instead of handing it over as part of a deal with the US. US officials highlight progress in talks focused on four key issues, including a 15-year halt on Iranian uranium enrichment.

The White House is considering buying the Chagos Islands from Mauritius, as reported by the Telegraph. The plan involves bypassing the UK to take control of Diego Garcia, though the report could not be confirmed by Reuters. The White House and UK Foreign Office have not responded to requests for comment.

The Pentagon's Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) has reportedly elevated the threat level posed by Israeli espionage from 'high' to 'critical', according to NBC News and The New York Times, citing anonymous US officials. The assessment is attributed to concerns over Israel's aggressive intelligence tactics amid tensions in the US-Israel war on Iran, including fears of monitoring senior American officials and White House discussions.

The Trump administration approved Chinese-owned Volvo to continue selling cars in the US, despite a Biden-era rule banning most China-connected vehicles and tariffs blocking Chinese EV makers. US officials clarified the Volvo exception is not indicative of broader approvals, while lawmakers have pushed for stricter restrictions citing national security concerns. President Donald Trump has expressed support for Chinese car plants in the US.

Trump tightens terms on Iran war deal, US media report. US officials indicate Tehran may take days to respond to the proposal.

Washington is nearing an agreement to extend a ceasefire with Iran, according to US officials. Anthropic has finalized a $65 billion funding deal, and Nvidia chief Jensen Huang will join the board at Tsinghua University.

Washington is nearing a deal to extend a ceasefire with Iran, according to US officials. This comes after both sides exchanged fire, prompting hopes for an imminent agreement.

A damaged chemical tank in southern California cracked over the weekend, which authorities hope will relieve pressure and reduce the risk of an explosion. Approximately 50,000 residents in Garden Grove have been evacuated as a precaution.

A damaged chemical tank in southern California cracked, reducing pressure and easing explosion risks. Approximately 50,000 residents of Garden Grove were evacuated as authorities monitor the situation.

A Russian ballistic missile attack struck Kyiv, wounding at least five people and damaging residential buildings. The attack followed Moscow's threat of retaliation for Ukrainian drone strikes in occupied eastern Ukraine, as warned by Ukrainian and US officials.

Two CIA agents were reportedly killed in a car crash in the Mexican state of Chihuahua. Their presence in a law enforcement convoy has raised concerns about the respect for Mexico's sovereignty.

Two US officials were killed in a car crash in Mexico following a Mexican-led operation to destroy a clandestine drug lab. The incident has led to scrutiny over their roles in the mission.

Two US officials died in a car crash in Mexico following a Mexican-led operation to destroy a clandestine drug lab. The incident has sparked scrutiny into the officials' roles and the circumstances surrounding the crash.

US officials are traveling to Pakistan for another round of discussions amid tensions in the Hormuz Strait. The visit highlights ongoing diplomatic efforts to address regional security concerns.

US officials claim Iran cannot locate the mines it laid in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil chokepoint. This inability to remove explosives has led to a virtual closure of the strait, causing global fuel price spikes and intensifying the world's largest energy crisis.

US journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released after being kidnapped in Iraq, and officials are working to support her safe departure from the country.