Oil Prices Rise Despite Trump’s Decision to Lift Russia Sanctions
After surging about 10 percent on Thursday, oil prices had little reaction to the decision by President Trump to waive sanctions on the sale of some Russian crude.Read More
Hegseth’s Boasts of ‘Maximum’ Engagement Authorities Face Scrutiny After School Is Hit
The defense secretary has disparaged restrictive rules for opening fire that are aimed at reducing the risk of mistakes and civilian casualties.Read More
U.S. KC-135 Refueling Plane Crashes in Iraq, Military Says
The crash was not because of hostile fire or friendly fire, U.S. Central Command said.Read More
Trump Targets Forced Labor in Global Tariff Scheme
The Trump administration began a trade investigation Thursday into whether dozens of countries have policies to combat forced labor.Read More
Trump Removes Sanctions on Russia to Help Oil Flow Amid Iran Conflict
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said it was “unfortunate” that the move could benefit Russia, but maintained that it was only for the short term.Read More
Cuba Pledges to Release 51 Prisoners Amid Pressure From Washington
The Trump administration has been trying to choke the Cuban government through an oil blockade. The prisoner release appears to be an effort to appease Washington.Read More
A Weakened Iran Hits Back by Strangling the Vital Strait of Hormuz
The threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz are complicating President Trump’s calculations about how and when to end the war.Read More
Florida Republicans Pass Bill Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Vote
The proposed law, which would not take effect before this year’s midterm elections, was modeled in part on President Trump’s top legislative priority in Congress.Read More
Temple Israel Was Founded in 1941, Dedicated to the Formation of a Jewish State
The temple is one of the largest Reform institutions in America, with thousands of families and an early education center.Read More
Iran Is Laying Mines in the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. Officials Say
A fifth of the world’s oil passes through the strait, making it a critical choke point in global commerce.Read More