Six people were found dead inside a Union Pacific cargo train boxcar in Texas. Police and media reports indicate that soaring temperatures were a factor, and the cause of death is under investigation. NBC News, CNN, and other outlets are covering the story.
Abraham Foxman, former national director of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), has died at age 86. Foxman was one of the organization’s most influential leaders, dedicating decades to fighting antisemitism and advancing civil rights. Both The Washington Post and The New York Times published obituaries reflecting on his advocacy career.
US President Donald Trump has publicly declared Iran’s response to a US peace proposal “totally unacceptable,” further stalling diplomatic negotiations aimed at ending the ongoing conflict. Neither the specifics of the American proposal nor the details of Iran’s response have been publicly disclosed. Meanwhile, the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively shut, severely disrupting global energy shipping routes. The strategic waterway handles approximately one-fifth of the world’s oil supply, and its prolonged closure is sending shockwaves through international energy markets. ...
The White House is preparing to replace FDA Commissioner Marty Makary as the agency faces internal turmoil and credibility challenges.
Politico profiles US Cabinet deputy secretaries who could take on greater roles amid ongoing political dynamics.
Overview The United States has conducted military strikes against two Iranian-flagged tankers, according to recent reports. The operation comes amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations between the US and Iran, drawing significant international attention. Background This strike demonstrates that despite ceasefire talks, the US has not eased maritime military pressure on Iran. Tankers serving as vital conduits for Iranian oil exports have long been primary targets of Western sanctions. Iranian oil exports are crucial to its economy, and striking tankers directly impacts Iran’s foreign exchange revenue. The move is widely seen as a US strategy to increase leverage in negotiations. ...
US Fires on Two Iran-Flagged Tankers, Escalating Middle East Tensions The US military has struck two Iran-flagged tankers, further escalating tensions in the Middle East. Secretary of State Rubio said the US expects Iran to respond to the peace deal proposal. The military action comes against the backdrop of a stalemate in US-Iran negotiations over the nuclear agreement and regional security. Rubio told reporters Washington hopes Iran will provide a clear answer on the peace deal offer. ...
Authorities have detected human remains in the search for Kristin Smart, a college student who disappeared in 1996. The sheriff says the search will continue, potentially marking a breakthrough in the decades-old cold case.
Taiwan’s legislature has broken a political deadlock to approve a $25 billion arms purchase from the United States, one of the largest military procurement deals in recent years.
US and Iranian forces exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz, with Tehran accusing Washington of a reckless military adventure, threatening the fragile ceasefire agreement.