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June 16, 2025

Trump says Iran would 'like to talk' about dialing down Israel-Iran conflict

During comments from this week's G7 conference in Canada, President Trump said Iran has signaled it would "like to talk" about de-escalating its conflict with Israel.

June 16, 2025

Carney cuts short questions to Trump ahead of G7 summit

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he exercised his role as G7 chair in cutting reporter questions to President Donald Trump short before the summit began.

June 16, 2025

Israel activates 'Barak Magen' aerial defenses for system's first ever interception

The Israeli military's new "Barak Magen" air defense system intercepted eight Iranian drones after launching from a naval ship on Sunday night.

June 16, 2025

Israel activates 'Barak Magen' aerial defenses for system's first ever interception

Israel activated a new aerial defense system – dubbed “Barak Magen” – for the first time on Sunday night, saying it intercepted and destroyed multiple Iranian drones. (Credit: IDF)

June 16, 2025

Iran State TV hit by Israeli airstrike during live broadcast

The building that houses Iran's state-run television in Tehran was hit by an Israeli airstrike during a live broadcast on Monday, the IDF confirmed.

June 16, 2025

Senate returns amid concerns about deeper US involvement in the Iran, Israel conflict

Congress returns amid Israel-Iran conflict, with lawmakers questioning U.S. involvement, war powers implications and terrorism risks as President Donald Trump balances MAGA concerns with Israel support.

June 16, 2025

Trump slams Obama, Trudeau for pushing Russia out of G8 summit years ago: 'Wouldn't have a war'

Trump criticized former President Obama and former Prime Minister Trudeau for Russia's G8 removal, claiming it was a "very big mistake" that would have prevented further war.

June 16, 2025

USS Nimitz carrier strike group sailing toward Middle East ahead of schedule, US official says

The USS Nimitz carrier strike group expedites Middle East deployment as the United States shifts military resources in response to the Israel-Iran conflict.

June 16, 2025

'Another endless conflict': Democrat echoes Trump's anti-war stance as Middle East tensions escalate

Sen. Tim Kaine pushes for congressional oversight on potential Iran conflict as tensions rise in the Middle East, aligning with President Donald Trump's reluctance toward "endless wars."

June 16, 2025

Evangelical leaders praise Trump’s continued support for Israel amid war with Iran

Three influential evangelical Christian leaders underscore the strategic and spiritual importance of the U.S.-Israel alliance, urging steadfast support for the Jewish state in its fight for survival.