World News Trump pauses threatened U.S. strikes on Iran’s power grid after talks Reuters reports President Trump said he delayed planned strikes on Iranian power infrastructure for five days after what he described as productive talks with Tehran. The move briefly eased immediate fears of a broader regional escalation. Antisemitic arson attack targets Jewish community ambulances in London Reuters reports four ambulances linked to a Jewish volunteer medical organization were set on fire in north London, with British authorities treating the case as a hate crime. Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the incident a deeply shocking antisemitic attack. ...

World News Iran war enters a volatile fourth week as energy and security risks rise Reuters reports the U.S.-Iran conflict has widened with oil shipments disrupted and more U.S. forces moving toward the region. Analysts say Washington faces rising pressure from high energy prices, allied friction, and the absence of a clear diplomatic off-ramp. U.S. Politics Trump says ICE agents will be deployed to airports during DHS shutdown standoff NBC News reports President Trump said ICE personnel will be sent to airports while Senate Republicans and Democrats remain deadlocked over DHS funding and ICE policy reforms. The standoff has left many TSA workers unpaid and contributed to long screening lines across major airports. ...

World News Israel strikes Tehran and Beirut as the U.S. deploys more Marines Reuters reports Israel launched new attacks in Iran and Beirut while the United States moved additional Marines and naval assets into the region. The escalation is increasing concerns that the conflict could widen further and keep global energy markets under pressure. European and Asian allies signal support for Hormuz transit protections Reuters reports Britain, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Japan, and Canada said they are ready to support efforts to keep shipping moving through the Strait of Hormuz. The joint statement also pledged steps to stabilize energy markets as disruptions continue. ...

World News Israel and Iran conflict widens around Gulf energy sites NPR reports Israel launched new strikes around Tehran while Iran continued attacks targeting Gulf energy infrastructure, including facilities tied to regional oil and gas exports. The escalation deepened concerns about broader regional spillover and global energy disruption. U.S. Politics Bipartisan talks intensify as Homeland Security shutdown drags on NBC News reports Senate negotiators and White House border czar Tom Homan held new closed-door talks as the Department of Homeland Security shutdown stretched past a month. Senate leaders signaled they could cancel recess if lawmakers fail to reach a funding deal quickly. ...

World News Trump criticizes NATO allies for refusing to join Iran operation Reuters reports President Trump said most NATO allies declined to participate militarily in the Iran conflict, calling the decision a major strategic mistake. The split has intensified tensions over burden-sharing and maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz. Russia says it repelled one of the biggest drone attacks on Moscow in a year Reuters reports Russian officials said air defenses intercepted about 250 drones approaching Moscow over two days. The escalation highlights how long-range drone warfare is widening risks for major population and transport hubs. ...

World News Putin agrees to temporary halt on energy facility strikes in Ukraine Russia said Vladimir Putin agreed to pause attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure for 30 days after a call with President Trump. Reuters reports that Moscow did not accept a full ceasefire, while Kyiv said it would back the limited energy-strike pause. US Politics Lawmakers split over public scrutiny of the Iran war NBC News reports Democrats are pressing for public hearings on strategy, costs, and legal authority for U.S. operations tied to Iran. Republican leaders have resisted, arguing that open hearings could compromise operations and saying classified briefings are sufficient for now. ...

World News Israel Says It Killed Iran’s Security Chief Ali Larijani as War Enters 18th Day Israel’s Defense Minister announced that Israeli airstrikes killed Iran’s top security official Ali Larijani and the head of the Basij paramilitary overnight, marking another escalation in the regional war. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas called on the US and Israel to end the conflict and said the bloc is consulting with Gulf and Arab partners on diplomatic proposals. ...

World News US-Iran War Enters Third Week as Trump Seeks Coalition to Reopen Strait of Hormuz The US military campaign against Iran entered its third week with no clear end in sight. President Trump called on allied nations to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but Japan, Australia, and other key partners have so far declined to commit naval forces. Iran has effectively shut down the waterway, which normally carries about one-fifth of global oil supply. ...

World News Iranian Aerial Attack Strikes Central Israel Iran launched a new wave of missile and drone attacks against Israel on Sunday, with the Israel Defense Forces reporting rescue and recovery operations underway at several incident sites in central Israel. Israeli police confirmed a destroyed vehicle at the site of a projectile impact in southern Tel Aviv. The strikes are part of Iran’s ongoing retaliation against the US-Israel military campaign, now entering its third week. ...