Pentagon Raises Iran War Cost Estimate to $29 Billion
Acting Comptroller Jules Hurst III told Congress the figure climbed from $25 billion due to equipment repairs and operations during hearings on the $1.5 trillion budget request.
Iran
Two U.S. Embassy Staff Killed in Mexico Car Crash
A tragic accident on a Chihuahua highway claimed the lives of two American instructors and top Mexican officials after a joint anti-drug lab raid, prompting safety concerns for U.S. diplomats.
Father Kills 8 Children in Louisiana Shooting Spree
Shamar Elkins, 31, killed seven of his own children and one other child, ages 1 to 14, across Shreveport homes before police shot him dead.
US Navy Seizes Iranian Ship Amid Pakistan Talks Prep
The USS Spruance fired on the Iranian cargo vessel Touska in the Gulf of Oman after ignored warnings. Vice President Vance leads a delegation to Pakistan for Iran peace talks on April 20.
Iran Flexes Strait of Hormuz Control as New Deterrent
Tehran's rapid reimposition of restrictions on the vital waterway, carrying 20% of global oil, signals a geographic edge even after heavy naval losses in U.S.-Israel war.
Chief Rabbi Warns of Momentum in Synagogue Attacks
Sir Ephraim Mirvis issues stark warning after arson strike on Kenton United Synagogue in north-west London marks third Jewish site targeted in a week.
Eight Children Killed in Louisiana Shooting
Police describe Shreveport tragedy as domestic disturbance. Suspect killed after fleeing to Bossier City. Two adult women survive among 10 shot.
Iran's Ghalibaf Reports Progress in US Ceasefire Talks
Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf signals advancement in Islamabad negotiations with VP JD Vance's team, but deep gaps persist on nuclear program and Strait of Hormuz amid expiring truce.
Pezeshkian Challenges Trump on Iran's Nuclear Rights
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian directly questions Donald Trump's authority to block Iran's nuclear program as U.S. negotiators head to Pakistan for talks amid Strait of Hormuz tensions.
Trump Sends Vance to Pakistan for Iran Peace Talks
Vice President JD Vance leads US negotiators to Islamabad on April 20 amid a fragile ceasefire expiring Tuesday and Trump's threats over the Strait of Hormuz incident.