In the 1940s, Nazi engineers Walter and Reimar Horten designed a revolutionary flying wing aircraft, the Horten Ho 229. It was meant to be fast, long-range, and hard to detect by radar, decades ahead of its time.

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The B-2 can carry up to 18,000 kg (40,000 lbs) of munitions inside its two large internal bomb bays, maintaining stealth while delivering devastating firepower.

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To handle nature’s calls during these extended missions, B-2 pilots wear absorbent undergarments — the same type used by astronauts on space missions. They are officially called “Pilot Relief Bags” but are commonly referred to as “astronaut diapers.”

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By the time the B-2 entered service in the early 1990s, the Cold War had ended. The collapse of the Soviet Union led US leaders to scale back the program, as the threat of global nuclear war appeared to diminish.

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After US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites, major US cities are on alert. NYPD, DC Police, and LAPD boosted security at religious and public sites. Federal agencies and Customs are monitoring for threats. 

Which US cities are on high alert following airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities?

Truth Social buckled under pressure Saturday (Jun 21) night—just minutes after US President Donald Trump announced that the US had launched strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites. At around 8 pm ET, users across the US and abroad began seeing error messages when attempting to access the platform. "Network failed," the app read. "Please try again." In a post on Truth Social, Trump announced that the US has “completed our very successful attack on the three nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan.” He added that “all planes are now outside of Iran air space" and were “on their way home”.&nbsp;<h2>Trump breaks Truth Social</h2>The outage began shortly after 7:46 pm ET, when Trump posted what appeared to be a real-time announcement: the US, he said, had conducted a “very successful attack” on Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan—three major nuclear facilities deep inside Iran.“A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow,” he said while congratulating “our great American Warriors,” and noting that “There is not another military in the world that could have done this."The post, laced with signature Trump flair, ended with, "NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE! Thank you for your attention to this matter.”Truth Social went down almost immediately. By 8 pm, DownDetector, a website that crowdsources service outages, showed a significant spike in outage reports. The reason for the apparent outage was, however, not immediately clear.&nbsp;Watch | US bombs Fordo and other nuclear sites in Iran | Trump says Iran must now agree to end this warhttps://www.wionews.com/videos/us-bombs-fordo-and-other-nuclear-sites-in-iran-trump-says-iran-must-now-agree-to-end-this-war-1750557342337/embedNetBlocks, an internet watchdog group, confirmed the platform was experiencing widespread international disruptions, adding that this was 'not' due to censorship or state-level filtering. In a post on BlueSky just before 9 pm ET, it said: “Truth Social is experiencing international outages for many users after US President Donald Trump announces strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran; incident not related to country-level internet disruptions or filtering.”It's unclear whether the surge in traffic crashed the platform, or whether a technical fault coincided with the announcement. An official statement from Trump Media &amp; Technology Group (TMTG), the company behind Truth Social is awaited.

At around 8 pm ET, users across the US and abroad began seeing error messages when attempting to access the platform. "Network failed," the app read. "Please try again."

Truth Social buckled under pressure Saturday (Jun 21) night—just minutes after US President Donald Trump announced that the US had launched strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites. At around 8 pm ET, users across the US and abroad began seeing error messages when attempting to access the platform. "Network failed," the app read. "Please try again." In a post on Truth Social, Trump announced that the US has “completed our very successful attack on the three nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan.” He added that “all planes are now outside of Iran air space" and were “on their way home”. Trump breaks Truth Social The outage began shortly after 7:46 pm ET, when Trump posted what appeared to be a real-time announcement: the US, he said, had conducted a “very successful attack” on Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan—three major nuclear facilities deep inside Iran. “A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow,” he said while congratulating “our great American Warriors,” and noting that “There is not another military in the world that could have done this." The post, laced with signature Trump flair, ended with, "NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE! Thank you for your attention to this matter.” Truth Social went down almost immediately. By 8 pm, DownDetector, a website that crowdsources service outages, showed a significant spike in outage reports. The reason for the apparent outage was, however, not immediately clear. Watch | US bombs Fordo and other nuclear sites in Iran | Trump says Iran must now agree to end this war https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-bombs-fordo-and-other-nuclear-sites-in-iran-trump-says-iran-must-now-agree-to-end-this-war-1750557342337/embed NetBlocks, an internet watchdog group, confirmed the platform was experiencing widespread international disruptions, adding that this was 'not' due to censorship or state-level filtering. In a post on BlueSky just before 9 pm ET, it said: “Truth Social is experiencing international outages for many users after US President Donald Trump announces strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran; incident not related to country-level internet disruptions or filtering.” It's unclear whether the surge in traffic crashed the platform, or whether a technical fault coincided with the announcement. An official statement from Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), the company behind Truth Social is awaited.

At around 8 pm ET, users across the US and abroad began seeing error messages when attempting to access the platform. "Network failed," the app read. "Please try again."

Trump breaks Truth Social! Social media platform crashes as Trump announces US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) warned Iran not to respond after US strikes targeted its main nuclear enrichment facilities in attacks he called a "spectacular military success." "Any retaliation by Iran against the United States of America will be met with force far greater than what was witnessed tonight," Trump posted on social media after making a late-night address to the nation from the White House – a warning he also made in his address to the nation.

<h2>A 'spectacular success'</h2>"A short time ago the US military carried out massive precision strikes on the three key nuclear facilities in the Iranian regime: Fordo, Natanz and Isfahan," he detailed, adding that everyone heard those names for years as Iran built what Trump referred to as a "horribly destructive enterprise."Calling the strikes a 'spectacular military success, ' Trump said that “Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated.”Labelling Tehran the world's number one state sponsor of terror, Trump said that the US's objective with these strikes was the "destruction of Iran's nuclear enrichment capacity and a stop to the nuclear threat" posed by the nation.Watch | Trump condemns Iran as regional bully after attack on Iran's nuclear siteshttps://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-condemns-iran-as-regional-bully-after-attack-on-iran-s-nuclear-sites-us-strikes-iran-1750562738249/embedTrump, who is fond of coming up with nicknames, then called Iran "the bully of the Middle East" and said that the nation "must now make peace." He added that if Tehran does not fall into line, "future attacks will be far greater and a lot easier.""For 40 years, Iran has been saying, 'Death to America, Death to Israel...They have been killing our people, blowing off their arms, blowing off their legs, with roadside bombs."The US president then said that "That was their speciality, we lost over 1,000 people," however, he did not specify when and where the deaths happened.Trump also mentioned Iranian General Qasem Soleimani, a shadowy figure who was slain in a 2020 US drone strike. "And hundreds of thousands throughout the Middle East and around the world have died as a direct result of their hate, in particular, so many were killed by their general Qasem Soleimani".While just a day earlier, on Friday (Jun 21) Trump had given Iran a "maximum" two-week warning, in his address to the nation the POTUS said that he had "decided a long time ago that I would not let this happen. It will not continue."He also congratulated Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin 'Bibi' Netanyahu and said, "We worked as a team like perhaps no team has ever worked before, and we've gone a long way to erasing this horrible threat to Israel."He then proceeded to thank the Israeli military before praising the "great American patriots who flew those magnificent machines tonight and all of the United States military on an operation the likes of which the world has not seen in many, many decades."He ended his brief speech with an ominous warning for Iran, saying, "this cannot continue. There will be either peace or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days.""Remember, there are many targets left. Tonight's was the most difficult of them all, by far, and perhaps the most lethal…"But if peace does not come quickly, we will go after those other targets with precision, speed and skill. Most of them can be taken out in a matter of minutes," he said.

"Any retaliation by Iran against the United States of America will be met with force far greater than what was witnessed tonight," Trump posted on social media after making a late-night address to the nation from the White House.

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jun 21) warned Iran not to respond after US strikes targeted its main nuclear enrichment facilities in attacks he called a "spectacular military success." "Any retaliation by Iran against the United States of America will be met with force far greater than what was witnessed tonight," Trump posted on social media after making a late-night address to the nation from the White House – a warning he also made in his address to the nation.

"Any retaliation by Iran against the United States of America will be met with force far greater than what was witnessed tonight," Trump posted on social media after making a late-night address to the nation from the White House.

Trump warns Iran after US bombs nuclear sites: Retaliation will be met with 'greater force'

US President Donald Trump, in his first address to the nation after the United States' strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, called Tehran the 'bully of the Middle East.' Trump said that Iran's nuclear sites were “completely and totally obliterated”.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Iran&#39;s key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated, says US President Donald Trump . . . . Video: White House <a href="https://t.co/7g1P64063L">pic.twitter.com/7g1P64063L</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1936607597320409154?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>A 'spectacular success'</h2>"A short time ago the US military carried out massive precision strikes on the three key nuclear facilities in the Iranian regime: Fordo, Natanz and Isfahan," he detailed, adding that everyone heard those names for years as Iran built what Trump referred to as a "horribly destructive enterprise."Calling the strikes a 'spectacular military success', Trump said that “Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated.”Labelling Tehran the world's number one state sponsor of terror, Trump said that the US's objective with these strikes was the "destruction of Iran's nuclear enrichment capacity and a stop to the nuclear threat" posed by the nation.Watch | Trump condemns Iran as regional bully after attack on Iran's nuclear siteshttps://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-condemns-iran-as-regional-bully-after-attack-on-iran-s-nuclear-sites-us-strikes-iran-1750562738249/embedTrump, who is fond of coming up with nicknames, then called Iran "the bully of the Middle East" and said that the nation "must now make peace." He added that if Tehran does not fall into line, “future attacks will be far greater and a lot easier.”While just a day earlier, on Friday (Jun 21) Trump had given Iran a "maximum" two weeks warning, in his address to the nation the POTUS said that he had “decided a long time ago that I would not let this happen. It will not continue.”He ended his brief speech with an ominous warning for Iran, saying, "this cannot continue. There will be either peace or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days.""Remember, there are many targets left. Tonight's was the most difficult of them all, by far, and perhaps the most lethal...But if peace does not come quickly, we will go after those other targets with precision, speed and skill. Most of them can be taken out in a matter of minutes," he said.

US President Donald Trump is addressing citizens after US successfully carried out strikes on Iran nuclear sites

US President Donald Trump, in his first address to the nation after the United States' strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, called Tehran the 'bully of the Middle East.' Trump said that Iran's nuclear sites were “completely and totally obliterated”.

US President Donald Trump is addressing citizens after US successfully carried out strikes on Iran nuclear sites

Trump calls Iran 'bully of Middle East,' says nuclear sites 'completely obliterated' in address to nation after US strikes

Fred Trump III is the nephew of US President Donald Trump and son of Fred Trump Jr. He has raised concerns about his uncle’s mental health, stressing that there’s a troubled history of dementia in the family. He raised concerns about Trump’s mental health, suggesting that he has observed troubled similarities to other family members too. He recalled that their grandfather, Trump’s father, also suffered from Alzheimer's for eight years before he died in 1999.During an interview on SiriusXM’s The Dean Obeidallah Show last Friday, Fred Trump III stressed that dementia has been there in his family, saying that the recent signs in Trump’s behaviour have shown the similarity“You know, Donald said, 'Oh, my father was tiptop until the end.' I can assure you, that was not the case. I know what I saw in my grandfather,” Fred Trump III said, as reported by the Irish Star.&nbsp;<h2>'Just cant stick to a message'</h2>&nbsp;“I know what I saw in Donald's older sister, my aunt Maryanne, who in the end ... I am not a doctor, I don't pretend to be. I just, I know the warning signs from both of my grandfathers." Fred said.He added, “But the things he's spewing and the craziness, and he just can't stick to a message. And he used to be able to stick to a message.”&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-mocking-joe-biden-for-cognitive-decline-us-president-donald-trump-himself-cant-recall-details-of-his-favourite-cognitive-test-8954872">Also read: After mocking Biden for cognitive decline, Trump himself can't recall details of his 'favourite' cognitive test</a>&nbsp;Fred Trump III recently authored All in the Family: The Trumps and How We Got This Way, a revealing memoir that delves into the complex dynamics, conflicts, and legacy of the Trump family.In the past, Trump has made comments on the declining cognitive health of Joe Biden, accusing him of mental decline during the election campaign.&nbsp;

In the past, Trump has made comments on the declining cognitive health of Joe Biden, accusing him of mental decline.

Fred Trump III is the nephew of US President Donald Trump and son of Fred Trump Jr. He has raised concerns about his uncle’s mental health, stressing that there’s a troubled history of dementia in the family. He raised concerns about Trump’s mental health, suggesting that he has observed troubled similarities to other family members too. He recalled that their grandfather, Trump’s father, also suffered from Alzheimer's for eight years before he died in 1999. During an interview on SiriusXM’s The Dean Obeidallah Show last Friday, Fred Trump III stressed that dementia has been there in his family, saying that the recent signs in Trump’s behaviour have shown the similarity “You know, Donald said, 'Oh, my father was tiptop until the end.' I can assure you, that was not the case. I know what I saw in my grandfather,” Fred Trump III said, as reported by the Irish Star. 'Just cant stick to a message' “I know what I saw in Donald's older sister, my aunt Maryanne, who in the end ... I am not a doctor, I don't pretend to be. I just, I know the warning signs from both of my grandfathers." Fred said. He added, “But the things he's spewing and the craziness, and he just can't stick to a message. And he used to be able to stick to a message.” Also read: After mocking Biden for cognitive decline, Trump himself can't recall details of his 'favourite' cognitive test Fred Trump III recently authored All in the Family: The Trumps and How We Got This Way, a revealing memoir that delves into the complex dynamics, conflicts, and legacy of the Trump family. In the past, Trump has made comments on the declining cognitive health of Joe Biden, accusing him of mental decline during the election campaign.

In the past, Trump has made comments on the declining cognitive health of Joe Biden, accusing him of mental decline.

'Can't stick to a message': Is Trump suffering from dementia? Here's what his nephew warned about US president's mental health

Israel-Iran war: US President Donald Trump in a stark warning to a group of reporters, said that they were "in danger". This happened when the president was being asked questions about the Israel-Iran war after he gave himself a "two-week" deadline to decide on joining Israel in attacking Iran.The reporters were asking Trump questions at an airfield in New Jersey about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.“Are you worried Iran’s proxies would wage terror attacks against American targets abroad if you order military action?” a reporter asked the US president.“We’re always concerned about that, and we have to take them out and be very strong,” Trump responded.<h2>'You're even in danger'</h2>The US president continued saying, "You’re even in danger talking to me right now. Do you know that? You are in danger talking to me right now, so I should probably get out of here. But you guys are actually in danger. Can you believe it?”Trump will be making a decision on joining Israel in attacking Iran or not, in two weeks as the war between Israel and Iran has continued for more than a week now. During the White House briefing, spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said that Trump will “make a decision on whether to attack Iran within two weeks.”"Based on the fact that there's a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in the near future, I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks," Trump said in a statement read out by his press secretary, Karoline Leavitt.Meanwhile, an Israeli official on Thursday told The Times of Israel that it expects that US President Donald Trump will join the strikes against Iran’s nuclear program.“The expectation is that they join, but no one is pushing them,” says the official. “They have to make their own decision.”The ongoing conflict is the most direct confrontation between Israel and Iran in recent years. The ongoing war has at its root Iran's nuclear programme, which Israel views as an existential threat, claiming it’s a cover for building a bomb—something Tehran denies.

The reporters were asking Trump questions at an airfield in New Jersey about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Israel-Iran war: US President Donald Trump in a stark warning to a group of reporters, said that they were "in danger". This happened when the president was being asked questions about the Israel-Iran war after he gave himself a "two-week" deadline to decide on joining Israel in attacking Iran. The reporters were asking Trump questions at an airfield in New Jersey about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. “Are you worried Iran’s proxies would wage terror attacks against American targets abroad if you order military action?” a reporter asked the US president. “We’re always concerned about that, and we have to take them out and be very strong,” Trump responded. 'You're even in danger' The US president continued saying, "You’re even in danger talking to me right now. Do you know that? You are in danger talking to me right now, so I should probably get out of here. But you guys are actually in danger. Can you believe it?” Trump will be making a decision on joining Israel in attacking Iran or not, in two weeks as the war between Israel and Iran has continued for more than a week now. During the White House briefing, spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said that Trump will “make a decision on whether to attack Iran within two weeks.” "Based on the fact that there's a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in the near future, I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks," Trump said in a statement read out by his press secretary, Karoline Leavitt. Meanwhile, an Israeli official on Thursday told The Times of Israel that it expects that US President Donald Trump will join the strikes against Iran’s nuclear program. “The expectation is that they join, but no one is pushing them,” says the official. “They have to make their own decision.” The ongoing conflict is the most direct confrontation between Israel and Iran in recent years. The ongoing war has at its root Iran's nuclear programme, which Israel views as an existential threat, claiming it’s a cover for building a bomb—something Tehran denies.

The reporters were asking Trump questions at an airfield in New Jersey about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

'YOU'RE IN DANGER': Trump warns reporters when asked about Israel-Iran war

US President Donald Trump on Friday expressed confidence that Washington would soon clinch trade agreements with both India and Pakistan.&nbsp;&nbsp;Speaking to reporters upon arrival in New Jersey, Trump’s remarks signal a renewed American push for deeper economic engagement in South Asia, as diplomatic tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours appear to ease.<h2>What did Trump say?</h2>As per Reuters, President Trump stated he was optimistic about reaching trade deals with both India and Pakistan.&nbsp;&nbsp;While addressing reporters in New Jersey, Trump said, “We’re going to make a trade deal with Modi of India,” and suggested that Pakistan would also come to the negotiating table.&nbsp;His comments follow high-level diplomatic engagements involving both countries. On June 18, Trump met Pakistan’s army chief General Asim Munir at the White House, a rare and symbolic move aimed at reducing regional tensions.&nbsp;&nbsp;As quoted by Reuters, Trump later claimed that his intervention helped avert a full-blown crisis between India and Pakistan, remarking, “I stopped the war … I love Pakistan. I think Modi is a fantastic man.”<h2>Talks underway with India and Pakistan</h2>According to Reuters, US and Indian trade negotiators recently concluded four days of talks in New Delhi, making significant progress towards an interim trade agreement.&nbsp;&nbsp;The proposed deal, which may be finalised by the end of June, reportedly includes market access for US agricultural exports such as wheat, dairy and corn, and discussions around reducing Indian tariffs.Meanwhile, Pakistan is also preparing to send a delegation to Washington to begin formal trade discussions.&nbsp;&nbsp;As per Reuters, Pakistan’s commerce ministry has confirmed that upcoming talks will address US tariffs and potential investment opportunities, particularly in sectors like mining. Islamabad is expected to offer concessions to attract US companies in an effort to diversify its struggling economy.<h2>Why it matters?</h2>The prospect of simultaneous trade deals with India and Pakistan is geopolitically significant. For the US, deeper trade ties with India could boost exports and enhance supply chain resilience, especially as Washington looks to reduce reliance on China.&nbsp;&nbsp;India, already the largest destination for US exports in South Asia, is seen as a critical partner in Washington’s Indo-Pacific strategy.&nbsp;At the same time, opening talks with Pakistan indicates a broader American strategy to stabilise regional dynamics through economic diplomacy.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to Reuters, Islamabad hopes trade ties will ease pressure from existing US tariffs and attract new foreign investment, particularly in strategic sectors.&nbsp;&nbsp;For Trump, this dual-track approach strengthens US influence in the region ahead of the 2026 elections and underscores his transactional style of diplomacy.<h2>What’s next?</h2>While Trump’s prediction is optimistic, any future deals will require complex negotiations, compromises on tariffs, and clarity on long-standing issues such as market access and intellectual property.&nbsp;&nbsp;Still, with talks already underway and Trump personally invested in the outcome, the coming months may see major movement on US trade policy in South Asia.&nbsp;(With inputs from the agencies) &nbsp;

Trump says US is close to trade deals with India and Pakistan, as talks advance on tariffs, market access, and investment amid a push to stabilise regional ties.

US President Donald Trump on Friday expressed confidence that Washington would soon clinch trade agreements with both India and Pakistan. Speaking to reporters upon arrival in New Jersey, Trump’s remarks signal a renewed American push for deeper economic engagement in South Asia, as diplomatic tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours appear to ease. What did Trump say? As per Reuters, President Trump stated he was optimistic about reaching trade deals with both India and Pakistan. While addressing reporters in New Jersey, Trump said, “We’re going to make a trade deal with Modi of India,” and suggested that Pakistan would also come to the negotiating table. His comments follow high-level diplomatic engagements involving both countries. On June 18, Trump met Pakistan’s army chief General Asim Munir at the White House, a rare and symbolic move aimed at reducing regional tensions. As quoted by Reuters, Trump later claimed that his intervention helped avert a full-blown crisis between India and Pakistan, remarking, “I stopped the war … I love Pakistan. I think Modi is a fantastic man.” Talks underway with India and Pakistan According to Reuters, US and Indian trade negotiators recently concluded four days of talks in New Delhi, making significant progress towards an interim trade agreement. The proposed deal, which may be finalised by the end of June, reportedly includes market access for US agricultural exports such as wheat, dairy and corn, and discussions around reducing Indian tariffs. Meanwhile, Pakistan is also preparing to send a delegation to Washington to begin formal trade discussions. As per Reuters, Pakistan’s commerce ministry has confirmed that upcoming talks will address US tariffs and potential investment opportunities, particularly in sectors like mining. Islamabad is expected to offer concessions to attract US companies in an effort to diversify its struggling economy. Why it matters? The prospect of simultaneous trade deals with India and Pakistan is geopolitically significant. For the US, deeper trade ties with India could boost exports and enhance supply chain resilience, especially as Washington looks to reduce reliance on China. India, already the largest destination for US exports in South Asia, is seen as a critical partner in Washington’s Indo-Pacific strategy. At the same time, opening talks with Pakistan indicates a broader American strategy to stabilise regional dynamics through economic diplomacy. According to Reuters, Islamabad hopes trade ties will ease pressure from existing US tariffs and attract new foreign investment, particularly in strategic sectors. For Trump, this dual-track approach strengthens US influence in the region ahead of the 2026 elections and underscores his transactional style of diplomacy. What’s next? While Trump’s prediction is optimistic, any future deals will require complex negotiations, compromises on tariffs, and clarity on long-standing issues such as market access and intellectual property. Still, with talks already underway and Trump personally invested in the outcome, the coming months may see major movement on US trade policy in South Asia. (With inputs from the agencies)

President Trump signals imminent trade deals with India and Pakistan, leveraging diplomacy to boost US ties and economic influence in South Asia.

Trump eyes trade pacts with India and Pakistan amid renewed diplomacy

Pakistan has nominated US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, and the internet is already exploding with memes and finding a reason to laugh about it. The announcement from Islamabad came after Trump lamented that despite having brokered so many peace deals across the world, he would never get a Nobel Peace Prize. Pakistan cited his "decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership" in averting a major disaster between the two countries. Earlier this week, Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir met Trump over lunch after he praised him for his role and stated that he should get the Nobel Peace Prize.Social media users are roasting both Trump and Pakistan over the announcement. A user wrote, "Oh my goodness, what brown noseers. What do they want from him?" (sic)&nbsp;Another person took a shot at both Trump and Pakistan: "Maybe he should do a “trade deal” with the Nobel Peace Prize Committee. Afterthought : Pakistan and Trump both have something in common – begging. One begs for dollars, the other begs for attention."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-trump-rues-not-getting-the-nobel-peace-prize-for-stopping-wars-pakistan-recommends-his-name-1750478735149">Pakistan recommends Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize after he rues not getting one for 'stopping wars'</a>&nbsp;A user wrote, "So…….Pakistan formally nominated President Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize? Was that before or after Trump did his sad sack rant on X?"Another said, "Trump really, really,really wants a Nobel Peace Prize."&nbsp;<h2>Trump says he shoud have gotten the Nobel Peace Prize ‘4-5 times’</h2>&nbsp;On Friday, Trump said that he should have gotten the Nobel Peace Prize "four or five times." "They won't give me a Nobel Peace Prize because they only give it to liberals.” On Friday, Trump wrote on Truth Social that he had brokered a peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda. He quickly changed the subject and wrote, "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do". "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for this, I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for stopping the war between India and Pakistan". "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for stopping the war between Serbia and Kosovo."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-pats-own-back-for-congo-rwanda-peace-deal-claims-won-t-get-a-nobel-peace-prize-no-matter-what-i-do-1750467827956">Trump complains 'won't get Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do,' pats own back for Congo-Rwanda peace deal</a>&nbsp;Another user linked the peace prize recommendation with the US mulling an attack on Iran. "Smart move by Pakistan stroking #Trumps ego because if he does go to war with Iran now he is not &nbsp;worthy of a Peace award.""Has Iran attacked America?!! Trump is to dumb to understand Pakistan motive here." &nbsp;People also pointed out that Pakistan stands to gain something from this announcement."Just wait. &nbsp;In 5,...4....3...2...1... Pakistan announces new military equipment or some other handout from Trump.""Whoever is managing Pakistan they are doing it very well."&nbsp;Asim Munir recently met Trump for lunch at the White House. White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly said before the meeting, “Trump would host Munir after he called for the president to be nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for preventing a nuclear war between India and Pakistan.""Turns out, all that Ceasefire drama was for a medal. And Asim Munir? Sold out for a dinner plate," a user wrote on X.

Pakistan nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize: People are mocking Trump and Pakistan after the latter named the US President for the Nobel Peace Prize, claiming he avoided a nuclear war between India and Pakistan. 

Pakistan has nominated US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, and the internet is already exploding with memes and finding a reason to laugh about it. The announcement from Islamabad came after Trump lamented that despite having brokered so many peace deals across the world, he would never get a Nobel Peace Prize. Pakistan cited his "decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership" in averting a major disaster between the two countries. Earlier this week, Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir met Trump over lunch after he praised him for his role and stated that he should get the Nobel Peace Prize. Social media users are roasting both Trump and Pakistan over the announcement. A user wrote, "Oh my goodness, what brown noseers. What do they want from him?" (sic) Another person took a shot at both Trump and Pakistan: "Maybe he should do a “trade deal” with the Nobel Peace Prize Committee. Afterthought : Pakistan and Trump both have something in common – begging. One begs for dollars, the other begs for attention." Also Read: Pakistan recommends Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize after he rues not getting one for 'stopping wars' A user wrote, "So…….Pakistan formally nominated President Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize? Was that before or after Trump did his sad sack rant on X?" Another said, "Trump really, really,really wants a Nobel Peace Prize." Trump says he shoud have gotten the Nobel Peace Prize ‘4-5 times’ On Friday, Trump said that he should have gotten the Nobel Peace Prize "four or five times." "They won't give me a Nobel Peace Prize because they only give it to liberals.” On Friday, Trump wrote on Truth Social that he had brokered a peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda. He quickly changed the subject and wrote, "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do". "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for this, I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for stopping the war between India and Pakistan". "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for stopping the war between Serbia and Kosovo." Also Read: Trump complains 'won't get Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do,' pats own back for Congo-Rwanda peace deal Another user linked the peace prize recommendation with the US mulling an attack on Iran. "Smart move by Pakistan stroking #Trumps ego because if he does go to war with Iran now he is not worthy of a Peace award." "Has Iran attacked America?!! Trump is to dumb to understand Pakistan motive here." People also pointed out that Pakistan stands to gain something from this announcement. "Just wait. In 5,...4....3...2...1... Pakistan announces new military equipment or some other handout from Trump." "Whoever is managing Pakistan they are doing it very well." Asim Munir recently met Trump for lunch at the White House. White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly said before the meeting, “Trump would host Munir after he called for the president to be nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for preventing a nuclear war between India and Pakistan." "Turns out, all that Ceasefire drama was for a medal. And Asim Munir? Sold out for a dinner plate," a user wrote on X.

Pakistan nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize: People are mocking Trump and Pakistan after the latter named the US President for the Nobel Peace Prize, claiming he avoided a nuclear war between India and Pakistan.&nbsp;

'Brown nosers': Netizens roast Trump and Pakistan over Nobel Peace Prize recommendation. 'Now he can't...'

Pakistan has nominated US President Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for his supposed role in the recent India-Pakistan conflict. Writing about it in a post on X, the Pakistan government praised Trump for his "decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership" when India and Pakistan were engaged in a war-like situation only a few weeks back. Notably, only a few days back, Trump hosted Pakistan’s Army Chief, Asim Munir, at the White House. It was a rare and unexpected meeting, the details of which have not been disclosed yet.“Government of Pakistan Recommends President Donald J. Trump for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize," the X message read. "The Government of Pakistan has decided to formally recommend President Donald J. Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, in recognition of his decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership during the recent India-Pakistan crisis."&nbsp;<h2>Trump and his quest for the Nobel Prize</h2>&nbsp;This comes a day after Trump tooted his own horn, saying he has brokered so many peace deals between countries that he should have gotten the Nobel Peace Prize "four or five times." &nbsp;"They won't give me a Nobel Peace Prize because they only give it to liberals.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-pats-own-back-for-congo-rwanda-peace-deal-claims-won-t-get-a-nobel-peace-prize-no-matter-what-i-do-1750467827956">Trump complains 'won't get Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do,' pats own back for Congo-Rwanda peace deal</a>&nbsp;On Friday, Trump wrote on Truth Social that he had brokered a peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda. He quickly changed the subject and wrote, "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do". &nbsp;"I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for this, I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for stopping the war between India and Pakistan"."I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for stopping the war between Serbia and Kosovo."&nbsp;&nbsp;He added that he was responsible for the peace between "Egypt and Ethiopia" and for "doing the Abraham Accords in the Middle East".&nbsp;<h2>Trump-Munir meeting</h2>&nbsp;According to Geo News, the meeting between Trump and Munir happened over lunch. Pakistan has been vocal about Trump playing a major role in averting a major crisis between India and Pakistan in the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack in April.Munir had earlier praised Trump and advocated for a Nobel nomination for the US president, saying he was crucial in de-escalating the situation between India and Pakistan. Trump invited Munir to the White House after Munir praised him and called on the world to confer the Nobel Peace Prize on him.&nbsp;https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-claims-us-brokered-ceasefire-between-india-and-pakistan-new-delhi-objects-9069882/embed&nbsp;White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly said before the meeting, “Trump would host Munir after he called for the president to be nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for preventing a nuclear war between India and Pakistan."Trump had claimed to have brokered the ceasefire between India and Pakistan after the two countries attacked each other over four days. India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 and struck terror camps in Pakistan and Pak-occupied Kashmir. Islamabad retaliated, and after four days, the two countries agreed to a ceasefire. India dismissed claims that Trump played a role, while Pakistan acknowledged he played a part in the deal.Meanwhile, in Pakistan, the meeting between Trump and Munir is being touted as a major diplomatic success for Pakistan. Munir was promoted to Field Marshal later, making him the first officer to hold the title since Ayub Khan in 1959.

Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize? Pakistan has nominated US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, saying he was crucial in stopping the conflict with India. 

Pakistan has nominated US President Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for his supposed role in the recent India-Pakistan conflict. Writing about it in a post on X, the Pakistan government praised Trump for his "decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership" when India and Pakistan were engaged in a war-like situation only a few weeks back. Notably, only a few days back, Trump hosted Pakistan’s Army Chief, Asim Munir, at the White House. It was a rare and unexpected meeting, the details of which have not been disclosed yet. “Government of Pakistan Recommends President Donald J. Trump for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize," the X message read. "The Government of Pakistan has decided to formally recommend President Donald J. Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, in recognition of his decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership during the recent India-Pakistan crisis." Trump and his quest for the Nobel Prize This comes a day after Trump tooted his own horn, saying he has brokered so many peace deals between countries that he should have gotten the Nobel Peace Prize "four or five times." "They won't give me a Nobel Peace Prize because they only give it to liberals.” Also Read: Trump complains 'won't get Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do,' pats own back for Congo-Rwanda peace deal On Friday, Trump wrote on Truth Social that he had brokered a peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda. He quickly changed the subject and wrote, "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do". "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for this, I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for stopping the war between India and Pakistan". "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for stopping the war between Serbia and Kosovo." He added that he was responsible for the peace between "Egypt and Ethiopia" and for "doing the Abraham Accords in the Middle East". Trump-Munir meeting According to Geo News, the meeting between Trump and Munir happened over lunch. Pakistan has been vocal about Trump playing a major role in averting a major crisis between India and Pakistan in the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack in April. Munir had earlier praised Trump and advocated for a Nobel nomination for the US president, saying he was crucial in de-escalating the situation between India and Pakistan. Trump invited Munir to the White House after Munir praised him and called on the world to confer the Nobel Peace Prize on him. https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-claims-us-brokered-ceasefire-between-india-and-pakistan-new-delhi-objects-9069882/embed White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly said before the meeting, “Trump would host Munir after he called for the president to be nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for preventing a nuclear war between India and Pakistan." Trump had claimed to have brokered the ceasefire between India and Pakistan after the two countries attacked each other over four days. India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 and struck terror camps in Pakistan and Pak-occupied Kashmir. Islamabad retaliated, and after four days, the two countries agreed to a ceasefire. India dismissed claims that Trump played a role, while Pakistan acknowledged he played a part in the deal. Meanwhile, in Pakistan, the meeting between Trump and Munir is being touted as a major diplomatic success for Pakistan. Munir was promoted to Field Marshal later, making him the first officer to hold the title since Ayub Khan in 1959.

Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize? Pakistan has nominated US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, saying he was crucial in stopping the conflict with India.&nbsp;

Pakistan recommends Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize after he rues not getting one for 'stopping wars'

US President Donald Trump on Friday (Jun 20) took a victory lap for brokering a peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda — before promptly turning his focus to cribbing about not winning the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts. In a joint statement on Wednesday (Jun 18), the two warring African nations said that they had initiated a deal in Washington to end hostilities in eastern Congo. The accord, as per reports, is set to be formally signed in the US capital next week.<h2>No Nobel Peace Prize for Trump</h2>In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump called the agreement a "Great Day for Africa and, quite frankly, a Great Day for the World".But after celebrating the breakthrough, Trump's tone quickly soured as he complained about being overlooked by the Nobel Committee and said "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do".

Once again claiming credit for brokering peace between India and Pakistan, Trump said, "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for this, I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for stopping the war between India and Pakistan"."I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for stopping the war between Serbia and Kosovo."The Republican leader also demanded credit "for keeping peace between Egypt and Ethiopia" and for "doing the Abraham Accords in the Middle East". &nbsp;Airing a familiar complaint about the Norwegian Nobel Committee's perceived snub, he claimed, "No, I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do, including Russia/Ukraine, and Israel/Iran, whatever those outcomes may be," before adding, "but the people know, and that’s all that matters to me!".According to Trump, the signing will take place on Monday, though the two countries have said it is scheduled for June 27.<h2>Self-obsessed? Trump's overstated peacemaking credentials</h2>While the DRC-Rwanda agreement marks a tangible diplomatic achievement, Trump has been known to overstate his peacemaking credentials. He has long claimed credit for de-escalation between India and Pakistan — which Indian officials firmly deny.It must be noted that he campaigned for office as a "peacemaker", promising solutions for the wars in Ukraine and Gaza within days after moving into the White House. But five months into the Trump 2.0 presidency, both the wars continue to rage and show no end.Trump has even received multiple Nobel Peace Prize nominations from supporters and allies — a fact he frequently likes to reference.&nbsp;

In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump called the agreement a “Great Day for Africa and, quite frankly, a Great Day for the World,” but complained about being overlooked by the Nobel Committee and said "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do".

US President Donald Trump on Friday (Jun 20) took a victory lap for brokering a peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda — before promptly turning his focus to cribbing about not winning the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts. In a joint statement on Wednesday (Jun 18), the two warring African nations said that they had initiated a deal in Washington to end hostilities in eastern Congo. The accord, as per reports, is set to be formally signed in the US capital next week. No Nobel Peace Prize for Trump In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump called the agreement a "Great Day for Africa and, quite frankly, a Great Day for the World". But after celebrating the breakthrough, Trump's tone quickly soured as he complained about being overlooked by the Nobel Committee and said "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do".

In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump called the agreement a “Great Day for Africa and, quite frankly, a Great Day for the World,” but complained about being overlooked by the Nobel Committee and said "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do".

Trump complains 'won't get Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do,' pats own back for Congo-Rwanda peace deal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi revealed on Friday (June 20) that he had turned down an invitation from the US President Donald Trump for a dinner meeting in Washington, choosing instead to travel to Odisha.&nbsp;Speaking at a public event in Bhubaneswar, PM Narendra Modi said, “Just two days ago, I was in Canada for the G7 Summit. While I was there, US President Trump called me and said ‘since you are in Canada, come via Washington. Let’s have dinner and talk.’ He extended the invitation with great insistence.” The Prime Minister said that he had to politely turn down the offer. “I told the US President, ‘Thank you for the invitation. But it is very important for me to visit the land of Mahaprabhu — Odisha',” he said, referring to the Jagannath Temple in Puri.&nbsp;“Your love and devotion to Mahaprabhu brought me to this land,” the Prime Minister added.&nbsp;On Wednesday (June 18), Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump, in a telephonic exchange, the latter was briefed on Operation Sindoor. They were scheduled to meet on the sidelines of G7, as Trump returned to US early, the leaders resorted to a phone call that lasted for approximately 35 minutes. This call also took place after Trump called PM Modi to express his condolences after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, he had also assured support against terrorism in the wake of the dastardly attack that claimed the lives of 26 innocent people in Kashmir. In his statement, India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, PM Modi clearly told President Trump that throughout this entire sequence of events, at no point were topics such as the India-US trade deal or US mediation between India and Pakistan discussed. The discussions regarding pausing military actions took place directly between India and Pakistan through existing military channels, on Pakistan’s request. PM Modi emphasised on the fact that India has never accepted mediation, does not accept it now, and will never accept it. And on this matter, there is complete political consensus in the country.&nbsp;President Trump heard through and understood the details provided by PM Modi and expressed support for India’s fight against terrorism. The prime minister was also clear that India no longer views terrorism as a proxy war but as an act of war, and Operation Sindoor is still ongoing.

Thank you for the invitation PM Modi on why he politely declined Donald Trumps dinner offer

Prime Minister Narendra Modi revealed on Friday (June 20) that he had turned down an invitation from the US President Donald Trump for a dinner meeting in Washington, choosing instead to travel to Odisha. Speaking at a public event in Bhubaneswar, PM Narendra Modi said, “Just two days ago, I was in Canada for the G7 Summit. While I was there, US President Trump called me and said ‘since you are in Canada, come via Washington. Let’s have dinner and talk.’ He extended the invitation with great insistence.” The Prime Minister said that he had to politely turn down the offer. “I told the US President, ‘Thank you for the invitation. But it is very important for me to visit the land of Mahaprabhu — Odisha',” he said, referring to the Jagannath Temple in Puri. “Your love and devotion to Mahaprabhu brought me to this land,” the Prime Minister added. On Wednesday (June 18), Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump, in a telephonic exchange, the latter was briefed on Operation Sindoor. They were scheduled to meet on the sidelines of G7, as Trump returned to US early, the leaders resorted to a phone call that lasted for approximately 35 minutes. This call also took place after Trump called PM Modi to express his condolences after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, he had also assured support against terrorism in the wake of the dastardly attack that claimed the lives of 26 innocent people in Kashmir. In his statement, India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, PM Modi clearly told President Trump that throughout this entire sequence of events, at no point were topics such as the India-US trade deal or US mediation between India and Pakistan discussed. The discussions regarding pausing military actions took place directly between India and Pakistan through existing military channels, on Pakistan’s request. PM Modi emphasised on the fact that India has never accepted mediation, does not accept it now, and will never accept it. And on this matter, there is complete political consensus in the country. President Trump heard through and understood the details provided by PM Modi and expressed support for India’s fight against terrorism. The prime minister was also clear that India no longer views terrorism as a proxy war but as an act of war, and Operation Sindoor is still ongoing.

PM Modi said he turned down an invitation from US President Donald Trump for a dinner meeting, prioritising his visit to Odisha

'Thank you for the invitation': PM Modi on why he ‘politely declined’ Donald Trump’s dinner offer

US officials and President Trump’s allies have emphasised that the final call on whether or not to enter a war rests with him, expressing confidence in his judgment.As Trump increasingly signals potential US involvement in the ongoing conflict, some members of Congress are working to reassert their authority under the War Powers Act, according to an Al Jazeera report.But questions lie ahead. What is the legal framework that governs America’s entry into war? Can Trump commit the US to a conflict without Congress’s approval?<h2>Know what laws say that govern decisions about war in the US</h2>The War Powers Act, also known as the War Powers Resolution, was enacted by the US Congress on November 7, 1973, overriding a veto by then-President Richard Nixon. This legislation was designed to limit the president’s authority to deploy US military forces abroad without first consulting and notifying Congress.<h2>Here are 10 important points about the War Powers Act</h2><ul><li>The War Powers Resolution of 1973 (also known as the War Powers Act) is a congressional resolution designed to limit the US president’s ability to initiate or escalate military actions abroad.</li><li>Section 1 of the US Constitution, which sets the legislative branch of the government and outlines its duties, empowers Congress to “declare war”.</li><li>Article II of the Constitution designates the president as the “commander in chief” of the armed forces.</li><li>The Act was a reaction to the Vietnam War and Korean War, where presidents had escalated military actions without formal war declarations.</li><li>The president must notify Congress within 48 hours of committing US armed forces to military action. In addition, armed forces may remain engaged for up to 60 days, with an additional 30-day withdrawal period, unless Congress approves further involvement or declares war.</li><li>Ever since its passage, the 1973 law has been considered deeply ineffective by some critics, labelling it as more of a political tool for lawmakers to voice dissent than as a real check on power.</li><li>Therefore, congressional resolutions to end unauthorised military involvement can be vetoed by the president, and overriding the veto requires a two-thirds majority vote in both the House and Senate.</li><li>&nbsp;Every president since its passage has viewed the Act as unconstitutional, arguing it infringes on the executive’s role as Commander-in-Chief.</li><li>Its practical effectiveness is debated—many presidents have complied selectively or ignored its requirements.</li><li>The Act has been invoked during military interventions in Libya (2011), Iraq, and Syria, among others, sparking ongoing debate about executive vs. legislative war powers</li></ul><h2>Will this Congress stop Trump from waging war with Iran?</h2>During the first term of Trump, Congress attempted to limit his war powers for the first time since the Vietnam War. In 2019, Congress passed a bill to end US support for the Saudi-UAE war in Yemen, which Trump vetoed.After the Soleimani drone strike, Congress passed legislation to limit war against Iran, which Trump also vetoed. With a Republican-controlled Congress in his second term, new war powers resolutions face significant challenges. It's unlikely that Congress will be able to override Trump's vetoes, given the shifted balance of power. Trump's war powers are likely to remain largely unchecked. &nbsp;

As Trump mulls over intervention at the Israel-Iran conflict, we look at the legislation that theoretically can stop US from entering a war with Iran

US officials and President Trump’s allies have emphasised that the final call on whether or not to enter a war rests with him, expressing confidence in his judgment. As Trump increasingly signals potential US involvement in the ongoing conflict, some members of Congress are working to reassert their authority under the War Powers Act, according to an Al Jazeera report. But questions lie ahead. What is the legal framework that governs America’s entry into war? Can Trump commit the US to a conflict without Congress’s approval? Know what laws say that govern decisions about war in the US The War Powers Act, also known as the War Powers Resolution, was enacted by the US Congress on November 7, 1973, overriding a veto by then-President Richard Nixon. This legislation was designed to limit the president’s authority to deploy US military forces abroad without first consulting and notifying Congress. Here are 10 important points about the War Powers Act The War Powers Resolution of 1973 (also known as the War Powers Act) is a congressional resolution designed to limit the US president’s ability to initiate or escalate military actions abroad. Section 1 of the US Constitution, which sets the legislative branch of the government and outlines its duties, empowers Congress to “declare war”. Article II of the Constitution designates the president as the “commander in chief” of the armed forces. The Act was a reaction to the Vietnam War and Korean War, where presidents had escalated military actions without formal war declarations. The president must notify Congress within 48 hours of committing US armed forces to military action. In addition, armed forces may remain engaged for up to 60 days, with an additional 30-day withdrawal period, unless Congress approves further involvement or declares war. Ever since its passage, the 1973 law has been considered deeply ineffective by some critics, labelling it as more of a political tool for lawmakers to voice dissent than as a real check on power. Therefore, congressional resolutions to end unauthorised military involvement can be vetoed by the president, and overriding the veto requires a two-thirds majority vote in both the House and Senate. Every president since its passage has viewed the Act as unconstitutional, arguing it infringes on the executive’s role as Commander-in-Chief. Its practical effectiveness is debated—many presidents have complied selectively or ignored its requirements. The Act has been invoked during military interventions in Libya (2011), Iraq, and Syria, among others, sparking ongoing debate about executive vs. legislative war powers Will this Congress stop Trump from waging war with Iran? During the first term of Trump, Congress attempted to limit his war powers for the first time since the Vietnam War. In 2019, Congress passed a bill to end US support for the Saudi-UAE war in Yemen, which Trump vetoed. After the Soleimani drone strike, Congress passed legislation to limit war against Iran, which Trump also vetoed. With a Republican-controlled Congress in his second term, new war powers resolutions face significant challenges. It's unlikely that Congress will be able to override Trump's vetoes, given the shifted balance of power. Trump's war powers are likely to remain largely unchecked.

As Trump mulls over intervention in the Israel-Iran conflict, we look at the legislation that theoretically can stop the US from entering a war with Iran

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US President Donald Trump has been using his "favourite" phrase "two weeks" for several issues including policy-making, and diplomatic issues or even during the ongoing Israel-Iran war. On Thursday, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that Trump would determine "within the next two weeks" whether to join Israel in attacking Iran or not.In the past also, "two weeks" has been considered one of US president's favourite span of time."Based on the fact that there's a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in the near future, I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks," Trump said in a statement read out by his press secretary, Karoline Leavitt.But, this is not the first time he said this. Around eight weeks ago, he was asked if he could trust Russian President Vladimir Putin, to this, the US president replied, "I’ll let you know in about two weeks.”Not just this, from health care policies, tax plans, evidence of conspiracy theories he claimed were true, the fight against ISIS, opening of coal mines, to infrastructure plans, Trump promised to solve all these concerns in about two weeks, according to The New York Times report.However, these two weeks can either mean something, or nothing at all. It can be a yes or a no. Moreover, it might means that he is delaying something, or probably scheduling.During Thursday's White House briefing, the reporters also remembered Trump's "two weeks" phrase, as one of the reporters tried to bring this up.“President Trump has said previously, in regard to Russia, he’s used the phrase ‘about two weeks’ several times, in terms of, like, ‘We expect a two-week deadline,’ and then he’ll give another two-week deadline,” the reporter said, further asking, "How can we be sure he’s going to stick to this one on making a decision on Iran?”To this, the White House spokesperson replied that one thing can't be compared with another.The Israel-Iran war entered the eighth day on Friday, as IDF continued to attack the nuclear facilities in Tehran, while Iran retaliates by launching missiles in Israel.Meanwhile, Netanyahu on Thursday announced the two-fold goal in the Iran war as the Israel-Iran continues for over a week now, attacking nuclear facilities and military officials.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that Trump would determine within the next two weeks whether to join Israel in attacking Iran or not.

US President Donald Trump has been using his "favourite" phrase "two weeks" for several issues including policy-making, and diplomatic issues or even during the ongoing Israel-Iran war. On Thursday, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that Trump would determine "within the next two weeks" whether to join Israel in attacking Iran or not. In the past also, "two weeks" has been considered one of US president's favourite span of time. "Based on the fact that there's a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in the near future, I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks," Trump said in a statement read out by his press secretary, Karoline Leavitt. But, this is not the first time he said this. Around eight weeks ago, he was asked if he could trust Russian President Vladimir Putin, to this, the US president replied, "I’ll let you know in about two weeks.” Not just this, from health care policies, tax plans, evidence of conspiracy theories he claimed were true, the fight against ISIS, opening of coal mines, to infrastructure plans, Trump promised to solve all these concerns in about two weeks, according to The New York Times report. However, these two weeks can either mean something, or nothing at all. It can be a yes or a no. Moreover, it might means that he is delaying something, or probably scheduling. During Thursday's White House briefing, the reporters also remembered Trump's "two weeks" phrase, as one of the reporters tried to bring this up. “President Trump has said previously, in regard to Russia, he’s used the phrase ‘about two weeks’ several times, in terms of, like, ‘We expect a two-week deadline,’ and then he’ll give another two-week deadline,” the reporter said, further asking, "How can we be sure he’s going to stick to this one on making a decision on Iran?” To this, the White House spokesperson replied that one thing can't be compared with another. The Israel-Iran war entered the eighth day on Friday, as IDF continued to attack the nuclear facilities in Tehran, while Iran retaliates by launching missiles in Israel. Meanwhile, Netanyahu on Thursday announced the two-fold goal in the Iran war as the Israel-Iran continues for over a week now, attacking nuclear facilities and military officials.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that Trump would determine "within the next two weeks" whether to join Israel in attacking Iran or not.

‘Two weeks’ is Trump’s favourite deadline—be it war with Iran or trusting Putin | Here’s what his go-to timeline reveals

In recent weeks, intelligence reports and defence experts have highlighted Iran’s growing advances in MIRV, a development that is raising alarms in Israel’s defence circles. Here’s what this technology is and why it matters:

What is Iran’s MIRV technology that has left Israel concerned?

Ayatollah Ali Hosseini Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, on June 18, rejected US President Donald Trump’s call for Iran’s unconditional surrender. He also said that Israel had made a serious mistake by attacking Iran.&nbsp;In a message posted on X, Khamenei stated, “Those familiar with Iran’s history would never address this nation with threats, as the Iranian people will never surrender. The Americans must understand that any military intervention will inflict irreversible damage.”&nbsp;This is not the first time Khamenei has sent strong warnings to the US or highlighted the tense ties between the two countries. Khamenei, who became Iran’s Supreme Leader in 1989 after Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini’s death, has spent most of his life defending the ideals of the Iranian revolution.&nbsp;Who is Ayatollah Ali Khamenei?&nbsp;Ali Khamenei was born in 1939 in Mashhad, a city in northern Iran. He was the second of eight children in a family. His father was a religious scholar. Following in his father’s footsteps, Khamenei studied religion in Qom between 1958 and 1964. He joined Ayatollah Khomeini’s movement against the Shah in 1962.&nbsp;Khamenei was jailed several times by the Shah’s government. He played an important role in the 1979 revolution and later became Iran’s president from 1981 to 1989. During this time, he led the country through the Iran-Iraq war. After Ayatollah Khomeini’s death, Khamenei became the Supreme Leader.&nbsp;In his early years, Khamenei was interested in both religious and intellectual ideas and often discussed these with thinkers from different backgrounds.&nbsp;When did Khamenei become Supreme Leader?&nbsp;Khamenei has been Iran’s top leader since 1989, after the death of the country’s first Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. Khomeini led Iran for ten years after overthrowing Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi.&nbsp;&nbsp;After Khomeini’s death, Khamenei was selected as Supreme Leader by the Assembly of Experts. Before that, he was president of Iran for eight years.

Khamenei has been Iran’s top leader since 1989, after the death of the country’s first Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. Khomeini led Iran for ten years after overthrowing Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. 

Ayatollah Ali Hosseini Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, on June 18, rejected US President Donald Trump’s call for Iran’s unconditional surrender. He also said that Israel had made a serious mistake by attacking Iran. In a message posted on X, Khamenei stated, “Those familiar with Iran’s history would never address this nation with threats, as the Iranian people will never surrender. The Americans must understand that any military intervention will inflict irreversible damage.” This is not the first time Khamenei has sent strong warnings to the US or highlighted the tense ties between the two countries. Khamenei, who became Iran’s Supreme Leader in 1989 after Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini’s death, has spent most of his life defending the ideals of the Iranian revolution. Who is Ayatollah Ali Khamenei? Ali Khamenei was born in 1939 in Mashhad, a city in northern Iran. He was the second of eight children in a family. His father was a religious scholar. Following in his father’s footsteps, Khamenei studied religion in Qom between 1958 and 1964. He joined Ayatollah Khomeini’s movement against the Shah in 1962. Khamenei was jailed several times by the Shah’s government. He played an important role in the 1979 revolution and later became Iran’s president from 1981 to 1989. During this time, he led the country through the Iran-Iraq war. After Ayatollah Khomeini’s death, Khamenei became the Supreme Leader. In his early years, Khamenei was interested in both religious and intellectual ideas and often discussed these with thinkers from different backgrounds. When did Khamenei become Supreme Leader? Khamenei has been Iran’s top leader since 1989, after the death of the country’s first Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. Khomeini led Iran for ten years after overthrowing Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. After Khomeini’s death, Khamenei was selected as Supreme Leader by the Assembly of Experts. Before that, he was president of Iran for eight years.

Khamenei has been Iran’s top leader since 1989, after the death of the country’s first Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. Khomeini led Iran for ten years after overthrowing Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi.&nbsp;

Who is Ali Hosseini Khamenei, the supreme leader of Iran?

Nuclear weapons have only been used in combat twice. However, the world has come frighteningly close to accidental or mistaken nuclear launches multiple times. Here are 5 key moments in history when the world narrowly avoided nuclear catastrophe

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A US federal appeals court on Thursday (Jun 19) ruled in favour of President Donald Trump, allowing him to retain control over National Guard troops deployed in Los Angeles. This decision comes despite strong objections from California Governor Gavin Newsom.In a unanimous 38-page decision, the three-judge panel affirmed that Trump's decision to call up the Guard did not violate legal protocols, even though he bypassed Newsom in the federalisation process.Trump's "failure to issue the federalisation order directly 'through' the Governor of California does not limit his otherwise lawful authority to call up the National Guard," read the ruling.<h2>Trump flaunts ‘BIG WIN’</h2>In a post on Truth Social, Donald Trump touted the federal court ruling, calling it a “BIG WIN.”"All over the United States, if our cities, and our people, need protection, we are the ones to give it to them should State and Local Police be unable, for whatever reason, to get the job done," he wrote.

<h2>California protests and federal pushback</h2>The court decision comes amid rising tensions in Los Angeles, where instances of looting and vandalism were reported during demonstrations against Trump's immigration raids. Amid the tensions, a curfew was also imposed from 8pm to 6am. The curfew was lifted Tuesday.Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said the curfew had been "successful in protecting stores, restaurants, businesses and residential communities from bad actors who do not care about the immigrant community."Referring to Trump's move to deploy 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines to the city without state consent as "chaos coming from Washington", she said that the city was ready to reissue the curfew if needed.This was the first time since 1965 that a president has bypassed a governor in such a deployment. The move was slammed by Bass, and other California officials. The political showdown soon turned into a legal showdown at the heart of which is the question whether the federal government overstepped.Previously, on Thursday, a judge called Trump's actions "illegal" and ordered that he return control of the force to Newsom. But a higher court paused that ruling after the Trump administration lodged an appeal.

In a unanimous 38-page decision, the three-judge panel affirmed that Trump's decision to call up the National Guard did not violate legal protocols, even though he bypassed Newsom in the federalisation process.

A US federal appeals court on Thursday (Jun 19) ruled in favour of President Donald Trump, allowing him to retain control over National Guard troops deployed in Los Angeles. This decision comes despite strong objections from California Governor Gavin Newsom. In a unanimous 38-page decision, the three-judge panel affirmed that Trump's decision to call up the Guard did not violate legal protocols, even though he bypassed Newsom in the federalisation process. Trump's "failure to issue the federalisation order directly 'through' the Governor of California does not limit his otherwise lawful authority to call up the National Guard," read the ruling. Trump flaunts ‘BIG WIN’ In a post on Truth Social, Donald Trump touted the federal court ruling, calling it a “BIG WIN.” "All over the United States, if our cities, and our people, need protection, we are the ones to give it to them should State and Local Police be unable, for whatever reason, to get the job done," he wrote.

In a unanimous 38-page decision, the three-judge panel affirmed that Trump's decision to call up the National Guard did not violate legal protocols, even though he bypassed Newsom in the federalisation process.

'BIG WIN': Trump can retain command of National Guard in Los Angeles, US federal court rules

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Thursday that Ottawa will “adjust” its 25 per cent counter tariffs on US steel and aluminum in response to a doubling of US levies if a deal on bilateral trade is not reached within 30 days. “Canada will adjust its existing counter tariffs on US steel and aluminum products on the 21st of July, at the end of that 30-day period,” Carney said. Carney also announced new measures to help stabilize Canada’s steel and aluminum sectors that have been hit by US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, as exports have gone down and job losses are up.&nbsp;&nbsp;The new federal programme includes a quota on foreign steel, which means there will be curbs on steel imports.&nbsp;Carney said Canada’s counter-tariffs on US steel and aluminum products would go up—or down, depending on the negotiations with Trump—on July 21.&nbsp;Trump hiked the US tariff rate on steel and aluminum from 25 per cent to 50 per cent earlier this month, but Carney did not announce any countermeasures since the talks were already on.&nbsp;Carney and Trump had decided to strike a trade deal within a month during their meeting at the G7 summit.The two leaders spoke one-on-one for about 30 minutes. After taking a few questions from reporters, the meeting continued with other officials from both countries for a further half-hour. They also discussed issues including critical minerals, border security, and possible areas of cooperation on defence, according to a statement from Carney’s office.“We agreed to pursue negotiations toward a deal within the coming 30 days,” Carney said in a post on X on Monday afternoon.&nbsp;Trump told reporters that he and Carney still have differences over policy but that a trade deal was “achievable” in the coming weeks. The president has directed his team to make the best possible deal as quickly as possible, said a White House official.

Carney and Trump had decided to strike a trade deal within a month during their meeting at the G7 summit. The two leaders spoke one-on-one for about 30 minutes. “We agreed to pursue negotiations toward a deal within the coming 30 days,” Carney said later.

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Thursday that Ottawa will “adjust” its 25 per cent counter tariffs on US steel and aluminum in response to a doubling of US levies if a deal on bilateral trade is not reached within 30 days. “Canada will adjust its existing counter tariffs on US steel and aluminum products on the 21st of July, at the end of that 30-day period,” Carney said. Carney also announced new measures to help stabilize Canada’s steel and aluminum sectors that have been hit by US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, as exports have gone down and job losses are up. The new federal programme includes a quota on foreign steel, which means there will be curbs on steel imports. Carney said Canada’s counter-tariffs on US steel and aluminum products would go up—or down, depending on the negotiations with Trump—on July 21. Trump hiked the US tariff rate on steel and aluminum from 25 per cent to 50 per cent earlier this month, but Carney did not announce any countermeasures since the talks were already on. Carney and Trump had decided to strike a trade deal within a month during their meeting at the G7 summit. The two leaders spoke one-on-one for about 30 minutes. After taking a few questions from reporters, the meeting continued with other officials from both countries for a further half-hour. They also discussed issues including critical minerals, border security, and possible areas of cooperation on defence, according to a statement from Carney’s office. “We agreed to pursue negotiations toward a deal within the coming 30 days,” Carney said in a post on X on Monday afternoon. Trump told reporters that he and Carney still have differences over policy but that a trade deal was “achievable” in the coming weeks. The president has directed his team to make the best possible deal as quickly as possible, said a White House official.

Carney and Trump had decided to strike a trade deal within a month during their meeting at the G7 summit. The two leaders spoke one-on-one for about 30 minutes. “We agreed to pursue negotiations toward a deal within the coming 30 days,” Carney said later.

Carney says Canada will ‘adjust’ counter tariffs on US metals if no deal in 30 days

As the conflict between Israel and Iran entered its Seventh day on Thursday (June 18), the Iranian foreign ministry spokesman said, ‘Any American intervention would be a recipe for an all-out war in the region.’Iran's comments come amid reports that the United States is ramping up its military presence in the Middle East and Europe. US officials told The Washington Post on Monday (June 16) that this includes sending more refuelling aircraft and redirecting a major aircraft carrier to the region, signs that Washington may be preparing for possible involvement in the conflict.On Tuesday (June 17), President Donald Trump said that the US now had “complete and total control” of Iran’s airspace, the clearest signal yet that America might be getting involved.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-entering-israel-iran-war-trump-claims-complete-us-control-over-iran-s-airspace-1750176925020">US entering Israel-Iran war? Trump claims 'complete US control' over Iran’s airspace</a>Writing on Truth Social, Trump stated, “We now have complete and total control of the skies over Iran. Iran had good sky trackers and other defensive equipment, and plenty of it, but it doesn’t compare to American-made, conceived, and manufactured ‘stuff.’ Nobody does it better than the good ol’ USA.”This marked the first open suggestion that the US might be taking direct military steps beyond previously declared defensive support for Israel.<h2>Tankers and jets moved closer to the Middle East</h2>Over Sunday and Monday, more than two dozen US tanker aircraft were flown to air bases across Europe, including in Spain, Greece, Germany, Italy and Scotland. These included KC-135 Stratotankers and KC-46 Pegasus jets.This movement puts the aircraft closer to the Middle East, allowing them to support US operations or respond to threats near conflict zones. US officials told The Washington Post that the deployment was part of contingency planning to protect American bases and assets in the region.<h2>USS Nimitz redirected towards Middle East</h2>The USS Nimitz aircraft carrier, originally scheduled for a port visit in Vietnam, has been sent more quickly toward the Middle East. The carrier, carrying around 5,000 sailors and dozens of fighter jets and is expected to cross the Indian Ocean to join other US warships already in the region.<h2>Where are US warships currently deployed?</h2>The Pentagon has stationed a wide range of forces in and around the region:• USS Carl Vinson is in the Arabian Sea, accompanied by the USS Princeton and three destroyers: USS Milius, USS Sterett and USS Wayne E. Meyer.• USS Truxtun and USS Forrest Sherman are in the Red Sea.• USS Canberra, a littoral combat ship, is docked in Bahrain.• In the Mediterranean, USS Sullivans, USS Arleigh Burke, and USS Thomas Hudner are on patrol. The Hudner was moved closer to Israel after strikes on Iran began.<h2>US says it’s acting defensively, for now</h2>Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed on Monday that he had “directed the deployment of additional capabilities” to the Middle East.“Protecting US forces is our top priority and these deployments are intended to enhance our defensive posture in the region,” he said in a post on X.Speaking later on Fox News, Hegseth said, “What it looks like right now is that we’re vigilant. We’re prepared. And, we’ve messaged consistently from the beginning that we’re in the region to defend our people and our assets.”He added that while speculation was growing, the US remained “strong, prepared and acting defensively.”<h2>What started the latest round of the Israel-Iran war?</h2>The military build-up follows a series of Israeli air strikes last week on Iran’s nuclear facilities, which triggered counterattacks and intensified fighting on both sides. Though the US has publicly said it is not taking part in the attacks, it has been helping to intercept Iranian drones and missiles using systems like Patriot and THAAD.Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed on Monday that “American pilots also are targeting Iranian drones” and said he has been in regular contact with President Trump.So far, Iran has not targeted US military bases or taken steps like mining the Strait of Hormuz, which could trigger direct American involvement.

Though the US has publicly said it is not taking part in the attacks, it has been helping to intercept Iranian drones and missiles using systems like Patriot and THAAD.

As the conflict between Israel and Iran entered its Seventh day on Thursday (June 18), the Iranian foreign ministry spokesman said, ‘Any American intervention would be a recipe for an all-out war in the region.’ Iran's comments come amid reports that the United States is ramping up its military presence in the Middle East and Europe. US officials told The Washington Post on Monday (June 16) that this includes sending more refuelling aircraft and redirecting a major aircraft carrier to the region, signs that Washington may be preparing for possible involvement in the conflict. On Tuesday (June 17), President Donald Trump said that the US now had “complete and total control” of Iran’s airspace, the clearest signal yet that America might be getting involved. Also read: US entering Israel-Iran war? Trump claims 'complete US control' over Iran’s airspace Writing on Truth Social, Trump stated, “We now have complete and total control of the skies over Iran. Iran had good sky trackers and other defensive equipment, and plenty of it, but it doesn’t compare to American-made, conceived, and manufactured ‘stuff.’ Nobody does it better than the good ol’ USA.” This marked the first open suggestion that the US might be taking direct military steps beyond previously declared defensive support for Israel. Tankers and jets moved closer to the Middle East Over Sunday and Monday, more than two dozen US tanker aircraft were flown to air bases across Europe, including in Spain, Greece, Germany, Italy and Scotland. These included KC-135 Stratotankers and KC-46 Pegasus jets. This movement puts the aircraft closer to the Middle East, allowing them to support US operations or respond to threats near conflict zones. US officials told The Washington Post that the deployment was part of contingency planning to protect American bases and assets in the region. USS Nimitz redirected towards Middle East The USS Nimitz aircraft carrier, originally scheduled for a port visit in Vietnam, has been sent more quickly toward the Middle East. The carrier, carrying around 5,000 sailors and dozens of fighter jets and is expected to cross the Indian Ocean to join other US warships already in the region. Where are US warships currently deployed? The Pentagon has stationed a wide range of forces in and around the region: • USS Carl Vinson is in the Arabian Sea, accompanied by the USS Princeton and three destroyers: USS Milius, USS Sterett and USS Wayne E. Meyer. • USS Truxtun and USS Forrest Sherman are in the Red Sea. • USS Canberra, a littoral combat ship, is docked in Bahrain. • In the Mediterranean, USS Sullivans, USS Arleigh Burke, and USS Thomas Hudner are on patrol. The Hudner was moved closer to Israel after strikes on Iran began. US says it’s acting defensively, for now Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed on Monday that he had “directed the deployment of additional capabilities” to the Middle East. “Protecting US forces is our top priority and these deployments are intended to enhance our defensive posture in the region,” he said in a post on X. Speaking later on Fox News, Hegseth said, “What it looks like right now is that we’re vigilant. We’re prepared. And, we’ve messaged consistently from the beginning that we’re in the region to defend our people and our assets.” He added that while speculation was growing, the US remained “strong, prepared and acting defensively.” What started the latest round of the Israel-Iran war? The military build-up follows a series of Israeli air strikes last week on Iran’s nuclear facilities, which triggered counterattacks and intensified fighting on both sides. Though the US has publicly said it is not taking part in the attacks, it has been helping to intercept Iranian drones and missiles using systems like Patriot and THAAD. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed on Monday that “American pilots also are targeting Iranian drones” and said he has been in regular contact with President Trump. So far, Iran has not targeted US military bases or taken steps like mining the Strait of Hormuz, which could trigger direct American involvement.

Though the US has publicly said it is not taking part in the attacks, it has been helping to intercept Iranian drones and missiles using systems like Patriot and THAAD.

'Tankers moving closer, warships deployed': Is US military ready to enter Israel-Iran war? Here's what the weapon movement suggest

US President Donald Trump will be making a decision on joining Israel in attacking Iran or not, in two weeks as the war between Israel and Iran continues for a week now with Israel attacking Tehran's nuclear facilities and military officials.During White House briefing, spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said that trump will “make a decision on whether to attack Iran within two weeks.”"Based on the fact that there's a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in the near future, I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks," Trump said in a statement read out by his press secretary, Karoline Leavitt.The White House added that “correspondence has continued with Iran.”<h2>'No one is pushing them'</h2>An Israeli official on Thursday told The Times of Israel that it expects that US President Donald Trump will join the strikes against Iran’s nuclear program.“The expectation is that they join, but no one is pushing them,” says the official. “They have to make their own decision.”“We’ll know in the next 24-48 hours,” the official estimated, before the White House said that the US president will decide in the next two weeks.Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz is fully coordinated with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on his threats to Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, saying that the official “Katz always makes his statements according to what Netanyahu asks him to do. He’s not doing it on his own.”Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday (June 19) said that Israel has destroyed more than half of Iran's missile launchers as the war continues for over a week now."I said that we're changing the face of the Middle East, and now I say we're changing the face of the world," he told public broadcaster Kan.Netanyahu said that Israel is capable of striking all of Iran's nuclear facilities, but "all help is welcome".He added that US President Donald Trump "will do what is good for the United States, and I will do what is good for the State of Israel".Netanyahu announced the two-fold goal in the Iran war as the Israel-Iran continues for over a week now, attacking nuclear facilities and military officials.

During White House briefing, spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said that trump will “make a decision on whether to attack Iran within two weeks.”

US President Donald Trump will be making a decision on joining Israel in attacking Iran or not, in two weeks as the war between Israel and Iran continues for a week now with Israel attacking Tehran's nuclear facilities and military officials. During White House briefing, spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said that trump will “make a decision on whether to attack Iran within two weeks.” "Based on the fact that there's a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in the near future, I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks," Trump said in a statement read out by his press secretary, Karoline Leavitt. The White House added that “correspondence has continued with Iran.” 'No one is pushing them' An Israeli official on Thursday told The Times of Israel that it expects that US President Donald Trump will join the strikes against Iran’s nuclear program. “The expectation is that they join, but no one is pushing them,” says the official. “They have to make their own decision.” “We’ll know in the next 24-48 hours,” the official estimated, before the White House said that the US president will decide in the next two weeks. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz is fully coordinated with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on his threats to Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, saying that the official “Katz always makes his statements according to what Netanyahu asks him to do. He’s not doing it on his own.” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday (June 19) said that Israel has destroyed more than half of Iran's missile launchers as the war continues for over a week now. "I said that we're changing the face of the Middle East, and now I say we're changing the face of the world," he told public broadcaster Kan. Netanyahu said that Israel is capable of striking all of Iran's nuclear facilities, but "all help is welcome". He added that US President Donald Trump "will do what is good for the United States, and I will do what is good for the State of Israel". Netanyahu announced the two-fold goal in the Iran war as the Israel-Iran continues for over a week now, attacking nuclear facilities and military officials.

During White House briefing, spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said that trump will “make a decision on whether to attack Iran within two weeks.”

Trump to make decision on attacking Iran in 'NEXT TWO WEEKS' as Israel-Iran war enters seventh day

As fighting between Israel and Iran completes its first week, US President Donald Trump continues to keep the world guessing about whether America will take military action against Tehran.The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump had approved military plans to strike Iran, but had not yet given the final order. According to the paper, senior officials said the Fordow nuclear site, buried under a mountain, was among the potential targets, one that would require the most powerful weapons in the US arsenal.<h2>Trump hits back at reports</h2>Trump reacted angrily to the article without naming it directly, writing on Truth Social, “The Wall Street Journal has No Idea what my thoughts are concerning Iran!”At a press conference earlier, he admitted he had not made a final decision: “I may do it. I may not do it.”Trump added that he does not want war, but left the door open if it means stopping Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.“I’m not looking to fight. But if it’s a choice between fighting and them having a nuclear weapon, you have to do what you have to do,” he added.Trump also said, “I have ideas as to what to do. I like to make a final decision one second before it’s due.”According to the Journal, Trump hopes his unpredictability will pressure Iran into dropping its nuclear programme. However, Iran has continued its retaliatory strikes after Israeli air raids began last Friday.<h2>Rising death toll in Iran and Israel</h2>The conflict began when Israel launched attacks on several Iranian sites, including military and nuclear facilities. Since then, the situation has spiralled.In Israel, at least 24 people have been killed and hundreds more injured by Iranian missile strikes. In Iran, local media report 585 dead and more than 1,300 wounded in Israeli attacks.Despite the worsening conflict, Trump’s stance remains unclear, not just to the public or US allies, but perhaps even to himself.<h2>A president like no other</h2>No modern US president has managed a potential war with such unpredictability. Iran’s leaders and Israel are all watching closely, but they still don’t know what Trump will do. And judging by his own words, neither&nbsp;does&nbsp;he.Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.

The conflict began when Israel launched attacks on several Iranian sites, including military and nuclear facilities. Since then, the situation has spiralled.

As fighting between Israel and Iran completes its first week, US President Donald Trump continues to keep the world guessing about whether America will take military action against Tehran. The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump had approved military plans to strike Iran, but had not yet given the final order. According to the paper, senior officials said the Fordow nuclear site, buried under a mountain, was among the potential targets, one that would require the most powerful weapons in the US arsenal. Trump hits back at reports Trump reacted angrily to the article without naming it directly, writing on Truth Social, “The Wall Street Journal has No Idea what my thoughts are concerning Iran!” At a press conference earlier, he admitted he had not made a final decision: “I may do it. I may not do it.” Trump added that he does not want war, but left the door open if it means stopping Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. “I’m not looking to fight. But if it’s a choice between fighting and them having a nuclear weapon, you have to do what you have to do,” he added. Trump also said, “I have ideas as to what to do. I like to make a final decision one second before it’s due.” According to the Journal, Trump hopes his unpredictability will pressure Iran into dropping its nuclear programme. However, Iran has continued its retaliatory strikes after Israeli air raids began last Friday. Rising death toll in Iran and Israel The conflict began when Israel launched attacks on several Iranian sites, including military and nuclear facilities. Since then, the situation has spiralled. In Israel, at least 24 people have been killed and hundreds more injured by Iranian missile strikes. In Iran, local media report 585 dead and more than 1,300 wounded in Israeli attacks. Despite the worsening conflict, Trump’s stance remains unclear, not just to the public or US allies, but perhaps even to himself. A president like no other No modern US president has managed a potential war with such unpredictability. Iran’s leaders and Israel are all watching closely, but they still don’t know what Trump will do. And judging by his own words, neither does he. Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.

The conflict began when Israel launched attacks on several Iranian sites, including military and nuclear facilities. Since then, the situation has spiralled.

Israel-Iran war: World has 'no idea' what Trump's thoughts on Iran are, but does he?

US President Donald Trump's administration has announced to end the national LGBTQ youth suicide lifeline in 30 days. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) put out on Tuesday (June 17, 2025) that the 988 Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline will not use its LGBTQ youth services. As of July 17, the "Press 3" option, which connected callers to counselors trained to support LGBTQ youth, will no longer be available.The agency ruled out that it will no longer isolate services for LGB+ youth, choosing instead to support all individuals seeking help, including those previously assisted through the "Press 3" option. As part of this change, the "T" for transgender in the LGBTQ initialism will be dropped. The "Press 3" option was initially launched in 2022 as part of a pilot programme under a government contract with the Trevor Project, according to a report in NBC News.The Trevor Project acts as an organisation focused on suicide prevention and crisis support for LGBTQ youth. Through this platform, a distressed LGBTQ individual could dial 988 and select option 3 to speak with trained counsellors supporting those who are up to 25 years of age.Initially, the Trevor Project was a youth-centered service. Today, it is one of the seven centres comprising the LGBTQ Youth Subnetwork. The initiative stemmed from legislation signed during Donald Trump’s first term, which acknowledged the significantly higher suicide rates among LGBTQ youth.The agency, SAMHSA, stated that the affected youth can still get support, but from the general hotline number. “Everyone who contacts the 988 Lifeline will continue to receive access to skilled, caring, culturally competent crisis counselors who can help with suicidal, substance misuse, or mental health crises, or any other kind of emotional distress. Anyone who calls the lifeline will continue to receive compassion and help,” the agency said.Trevor Project CEO Jaymes Black described the decision as “devastating,” emphasising that suicide prevention should prioritise people over politics. He pointed out that the programme has already supported more than 1.3 million LGBTQ youth with critical, life-saving services.“The administration’s decision to remove a bipartisan, evidence-based service that has effectively supported a high-risk group of young people through their darkest moments is incomprehensible. The fact that this news comes to us halfway through Pride Month is callous — as is the administration’s choice to remove the ‘T’ from the acronym ‘LGBTQ+’ in their announcement. Transgender people can never, and will never, be erased," Black said.He demanded that Congress reverse the decision, and assured that this project will continue to assist those who will be in distress. “I want every LGBTQ+ young person to know that you are worthy, you are loved, and you belong — despite this heartbreaking news. The Trevor Project’s crisis counselors are here for you 24/7, just as we always have been, to help you navigate anything you might be feeling right now,” Black added.A spokesperson for the White House Office of Management and Budget claimed that funding would continue for 988 Lifeline, news agency Reuters reported. "The president's Budget funds the 988 at $520 million – the same number as under (former President Joe) Biden. It does not, however, grant taxpayer money to a chat service where children are encouraged to embrace radical gender ideology by 'counselors' without consent or knowledge of their parents," the spokesman added.Ever since Donald Trump took office in January, he has signed several multiple executive orders that restrict transgender rights and dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion practices in the government and private sector. The Trump administration claims its actions promote fairness, whereas civil rights and LGBTQ+ advocates argue that these decisions put marginalised groups at greater risk.Keywords: &nbsp;Donald Trump, US, Trevor Project, Jaymes Black, LGBTQ, LGBTQ youth, gay&nbsp;

The agency ruled out that it will no longer isolate services for LGB+ youth, choosing instead to support all individuals seeking help, including those previously assisted through the "Press 3" option.

US President Donald Trump's administration has announced to end the national LGBTQ youth suicide lifeline in 30 days. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) put out on Tuesday (June 17, 2025) that the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline will not use its LGBTQ youth services. As of July 17, the "Press 3" option, which connected callers to counselors trained to support LGBTQ youth, will no longer be available. The agency ruled out that it will no longer isolate services for LGB+ youth, choosing instead to support all individuals seeking help, including those previously assisted through the "Press 3" option. As part of this change, the "T" for transgender in the LGBTQ initialism will be dropped. The "Press 3" option was initially launched in 2022 as part of a pilot programme under a government contract with the Trevor Project, according to a report in NBC News. The Trevor Project acts as an organisation focused on suicide prevention and crisis support for LGBTQ youth. Through this platform, a distressed LGBTQ individual could dial 988 and select option 3 to speak with trained counsellors supporting those who are up to 25 years of age. Initially, the Trevor Project was a youth-centered service. Today, it is one of the seven centres comprising the LGBTQ Youth Subnetwork. The initiative stemmed from legislation signed during Donald Trump’s first term, which acknowledged the significantly higher suicide rates among LGBTQ youth. The agency, SAMHSA, stated that the affected youth can still get support, but from the general hotline number. “Everyone who contacts the 988 Lifeline will continue to receive access to skilled, caring, culturally competent crisis counselors who can help with suicidal, substance misuse, or mental health crises, or any other kind of emotional distress. Anyone who calls the lifeline will continue to receive compassion and help,” the agency said. Trevor Project CEO Jaymes Black described the decision as “devastating,” emphasising that suicide prevention should prioritise people over politics. He pointed out that the programme has already supported more than 1.3 million LGBTQ youth with critical, life-saving services. “The administration’s decision to remove a bipartisan, evidence-based service that has effectively supported a high-risk group of young people through their darkest moments is incomprehensible. The fact that this news comes to us halfway through Pride Month is callous — as is the administration’s choice to remove the ‘T’ from the acronym ‘LGBTQ+’ in their announcement. Transgender people can never, and will never, be erased," Black said. He demanded that Congress reverse the decision, and assured that this project will continue to assist those who will be in distress. “I want every LGBTQ+ young person to know that you are worthy, you are loved, and you belong — despite this heartbreaking news. The Trevor Project’s crisis counselors are here for you 24/7, just as we always have been, to help you navigate anything you might be feeling right now,” Black added. A spokesperson for the White House Office of Management and Budget claimed that funding would continue for 988 Lifeline, news agency Reuters reported. "The president's Budget funds the 988 at $520 million – the same number as under (former President Joe) Biden. It does not, however, grant taxpayer money to a chat service where children are encouraged to embrace radical gender ideology by 'counselors' without consent or knowledge of their parents," the spokesman added. Ever since Donald Trump took office in January, he has signed several multiple executive orders that restrict transgender rights and dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion practices in the government and private sector. The Trump administration claims its actions promote fairness, whereas civil rights and LGBTQ+ advocates argue that these decisions put marginalised groups at greater risk. Keywords: Donald Trump, US, Trevor Project, Jaymes Black, LGBTQ, LGBTQ youth, gay

The agency ruled out that it will no longer isolate services for LGB+ youth, choosing instead to support all individuals seeking help, including those previously assisted through the "Press 3" option.

No more suicide prevention lifeline for LGBTQ+ in US? Trump announces new anti-DEI policy - Here's all you need to know

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday (June 19) praised US President Donald Trump for participating in defending Israel, saying that it depends on him whether he wants to join the Israel-Iran war.The Israeli PM visited Soroka Hospital, and while talking to reporters, said that Trump knows the game.When asked about the US joining Israel in the Iran war, Netanyahu said, it “is a decision for President Trump.”“He will do what is good for America, and I will do what’s good for Israel,” Netanyahu said, adding that the US president “knows the game.”He further appreciated the United States' participation in defending Israel in the ongoing war.Israel has the ability to carry out the entire mission by itself if needed, the Israeli PM stressed, adding, "At the end of this operation, there will be no nuclear threat on Israel, and there won’t be a ballistic threat.”"We are committed to destroying the nuclear threat, the threat of nuclear annihilation against Israel," he said.Moreover, Netanyahu said that all of us are paying a personal price in the war, "and that hasn’t missed my family as well — my son canceled a wedding.”<h2>'No one is immune'</h2>Israeli PM Netanyahu said that he would not rule out a strike on Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.“No one is immune,” Netanyahu said. “All the options are open", adding, "It’s best not to speak about this in the press.”However, Defence Minister Israel Katz has been publicly threatening the Iranian supreme leader for days now.On Wednesday midnight, dozens of people were injured in the strike on the Soroka Medical Centre, which Iran said targeted a command-and-control centre nearby.The Israel and Iran war entered their seventh day on Thursday. The latest round of hostilities began after a series of Israeli air raids on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure last week. Those initial strikes led to retaliatory action from Iran and a sharp increase in attacks across both sides.&nbsp;&nbsp;

When asked about the US joining Israel in the Iran war, Netanyahu said, it “is a decision for President Trump.”

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday (June 19) praised US President Donald Trump for participating in defending Israel, saying that it depends on him whether he wants to join the Israel-Iran war. The Israeli PM visited Soroka Hospital, and while talking to reporters, said that Trump knows the game. When asked about the US joining Israel in the Iran war, Netanyahu said, it “is a decision for President Trump.” “He will do what is good for America, and I will do what’s good for Israel,” Netanyahu said, adding that the US president “knows the game.” He further appreciated the United States' participation in defending Israel in the ongoing war. Israel has the ability to carry out the entire mission by itself if needed, the Israeli PM stressed, adding, "At the end of this operation, there will be no nuclear threat on Israel, and there won’t be a ballistic threat.” "We are committed to destroying the nuclear threat, the threat of nuclear annihilation against Israel," he said. Moreover, Netanyahu said that all of us are paying a personal price in the war, "and that hasn’t missed my family as well — my son canceled a wedding.” 'No one is immune' Israeli PM Netanyahu said that he would not rule out a strike on Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. “No one is immune,” Netanyahu said. “All the options are open", adding, "It’s best not to speak about this in the press.” However, Defence Minister Israel Katz has been publicly threatening the Iranian supreme leader for days now. On Wednesday midnight, dozens of people were injured in the strike on the Soroka Medical Centre, which Iran said targeted a command-and-control centre nearby. The Israel and Iran war entered their seventh day on Thursday. The latest round of hostilities began after a series of Israeli air raids on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure last week. Those initial strikes led to retaliatory action from Iran and a sharp increase in attacks across both sides.

When asked about the US joining Israel in the Iran war, Netanyahu said, it “is a decision for President Trump.”

'Trump knows the game': Netanyahu says US can decide to join Iran war but Israel can carry out entire mission alone

Iran's Mission to the UN on Wednesday (June 18) said that no Iranian official has ever asked to grovel at the gates of the White House, calling Trump's claims "despicable lies".In a post on X, Iran's Mission to the UN stressed that Iran does not negotiate under duress and shall not accept peace under duress."No Iranian official has ever asked to grovel at the gates of the White House," the post read.On Trump's statement about the Iranian Supreme Leader, Iran stated, "The only thing more despicable than his lies is his cowardly threat to “take out” Iran’s Supreme Leader.""Iran does NOT negotiate under duress, shall NOT accept peace under duress, and certainly NOT with a has-been warmonger clinging to relevance," it added.Further, it stated that Iran shall respond to any threat with a counter-threat, and to any action with reciprocal measures.Hours after Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued a direct threat to America and said that Iran won't surrender, US President Donald Trump has claimed that the Islamic Republic wants to “negotiate.”Speaking to reporters at new flag pole installation event in the White House, Trump said that patience has already run out with Iran.Calling Iran “schoolyard bullies', Trump said that it is very late to talk and that Iran should have approached the US within 60 days period that he had given.Trump's statements comes hours after Khamenei in a televised address issued a grave warning to the US, telling the country it would suffer “irreparable damage” if it engages in military action against Iran amid its conflict with Israel.Trump also hinted that he might join Israel in striking Iran, or might not do it, adding that nobody knows what he's going to do.When asked about joining Israeli strikes on Iran in the air, the US president said, "I may do it, I may not do it.""I mean, nobody knows what I'm going to do," Trump told reporters as he supervised the installation of a new flagpole on the White House South Lawn.

Iran's Mission to the UN stressed that Iran does not negotiate under duress and shall not accept peace under duress.

Iran's Mission to the UN on Wednesday (June 18) said that no Iranian official has ever asked to grovel at the gates of the White House, calling Trump's claims "despicable lies". In a post on X, Iran's Mission to the UN stressed that Iran does not negotiate under duress and shall not accept peace under duress. "No Iranian official has ever asked to grovel at the gates of the White House," the post read. On Trump's statement about the Iranian Supreme Leader, Iran stated, "The only thing more despicable than his lies is his cowardly threat to “take out” Iran’s Supreme Leader." "Iran does NOT negotiate under duress, shall NOT accept peace under duress, and certainly NOT with a has-been warmonger clinging to relevance," it added. Further, it stated that Iran shall respond to any threat with a counter-threat, and to any action with reciprocal measures. Hours after Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued a direct threat to America and said that Iran won't surrender, US President Donald Trump has claimed that the Islamic Republic wants to “negotiate.” Speaking to reporters at new flag pole installation event in the White House, Trump said that patience has already run out with Iran. Calling Iran “schoolyard bullies', Trump said that it is very late to talk and that Iran should have approached the US within 60 days period that he had given. Trump's statements comes hours after Khamenei in a televised address issued a grave warning to the US, telling the country it would suffer “irreparable damage” if it engages in military action against Iran amid its conflict with Israel. Trump also hinted that he might join Israel in striking Iran, or might not do it, adding that nobody knows what he's going to do. When asked about joining Israeli strikes on Iran in the air, the US president said, "I may do it, I may not do it." "I mean, nobody knows what I'm going to do," Trump told reporters as he supervised the installation of a new flagpole on the White House South Lawn.

Iran's Mission to the UN stressed that Iran does not negotiate under duress and shall not accept peace under duress.

'Cowardly threat, we don't grovel': Iran denies Trump's claims of Tehran reaching out to White House for negotiations

US President Donald Trump has publicly dismissed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s offer to mediate in the ongoing war between Israel and Iran. Speaking to reporters at the White House on Wednesday (June 18), Trump said he urged Putin to focus on his own country’s actions before getting involved elsewhere.“He actually offered to help mediate, I said ‘Do me a favour, mediate your own. Let’s mediate Russia first, okay?’” Trump said, adding, “I said ‘Vladimir, let’s mediate Russia first, you can worry about this later.’”<h2>Trump had earlier said he was open to Putin’s help</h2>Trump’s comments come just days after he suggested he was open to the idea of Putin mediating between the two countries. On Sunday, he told ABC reporter Rachel Scott, “Yeah, I would be open to it. He is ready. He called me about it. We had a long talk about it. We talked about this more than his situation. This is something I believe is going to get resolved.”<h2>Russia says Israel not ready for peace talks</h2>Meanwhile, the Kremlin has reiterated Russia’s willingness to mediate. Speaking at a briefing, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said, “President Putin has said that Russia is ready to provide mediation services if necessary.”But he added that Israel seemed unwilling to accept outside help. “At present, we see a reluctance, at least on the part of Israel, to resort to any mediation services or to embark on a peaceful path towards a settlement,” Peskov said.<h2>Israel-Iran war intensifies, enters sixth day</h2>The conflict between Israel and Iran entered its sixth day on Wednesday, with both sides continuing to exchange heavy fire. The Israeli military said it had struck a centrifuge facility in Tehran overnight, a site linked to uranium enrichment.According to the UN’s nuclear watchdog, two centrifuge production facilities in Karaj, near Tehran, were destroyed in the attacks.Centrifuges are used to enrich uranium, which can be utilised for nuclear energy or weapons, depending on the level of refinement.Since the war began last week, at least 224 people have died in Iran and 24 people in Israel, according to official figures.

Trump’s comments come just days after he suggested he was open to the idea of Putin mediating between the two countries. 

US President Donald Trump has publicly dismissed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s offer to mediate in the ongoing war between Israel and Iran. Speaking to reporters at the White House on Wednesday (June 18), Trump said he urged Putin to focus on his own country’s actions before getting involved elsewhere. “He actually offered to help mediate, I said ‘Do me a favour, mediate your own. Let’s mediate Russia first, okay?’” Trump said, adding, “I said ‘Vladimir, let’s mediate Russia first, you can worry about this later.’” Trump had earlier said he was open to Putin’s help Trump’s comments come just days after he suggested he was open to the idea of Putin mediating between the two countries. On Sunday, he told ABC reporter Rachel Scott, “Yeah, I would be open to it. He is ready. He called me about it. We had a long talk about it. We talked about this more than his situation. This is something I believe is going to get resolved.” Russia says Israel not ready for peace talks Meanwhile, the Kremlin has reiterated Russia’s willingness to mediate. Speaking at a briefing, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said, “President Putin has said that Russia is ready to provide mediation services if necessary.” But he added that Israel seemed unwilling to accept outside help. “At present, we see a reluctance, at least on the part of Israel, to resort to any mediation services or to embark on a peaceful path towards a settlement,” Peskov said. Israel-Iran war intensifies, enters sixth day The conflict between Israel and Iran entered its sixth day on Wednesday, with both sides continuing to exchange heavy fire. The Israeli military said it had struck a centrifuge facility in Tehran overnight, a site linked to uranium enrichment. According to the UN’s nuclear watchdog, two centrifuge production facilities in Karaj, near Tehran, were destroyed in the attacks. Centrifuges are used to enrich uranium, which can be utilised for nuclear energy or weapons, depending on the level of refinement. Since the war began last week, at least 224 people have died in Iran and 24 people in Israel, according to official figures.

Trump’s comments come just days after he suggested he was open to the idea of Putin mediating between the two countries.&nbsp;

‘Vladimir, let’s mediate Russia first’: Trump shuts down Putin’s offer to mediate Israel-Iran war

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (June 18) hinted that he might join Israel in striking Iran, or might not do it, adding that nobody knows what he's going to do.When asked about joining Israeli strikes on Iran in the air, the US president said, "I may do it, I may not do it.""I mean, nobody knows what I'm going to do," Trump told reporters as he supervised the installation of a new flagpole on the White House South Lawn.He further said that Iran has reached out to the White House and wants to negotiate, stressing that the country has "a lot of trouble".“I can tell you this, Iran’s got a lot of trouble and they want to negotiate. And I said, why didn’t you negotiate with me before all this death and destruction.”<h2>Trump encouraged Netanyahu to attack Iran</h2>Trump said that he encouraged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to continue his campaign in Iran.“I said: Keep going,” Trump told CNN when questioned about his message to the Israeli leader. "I speak to him every day,” Trump continued. “He’s a good man, doing a lot.”“No. So far, he’s done a good job. He has been treated very unfairly,” Trump said. “He’s a wartime president, and he’s going through this nonsense, it’s ridiculous.”While talking about the war situation, he further said there's a big difference between now and a week ago.“Nothing’s finished until it’s finished. You know, war is very complex. A lot of bad things can happen. A lot of turns are made. So I don’t know. I wouldn’t say that we won anything yet. I would say that we sure as hell made a lot of progress,” he said.He added, “The next week is going to be very big. Maybe less.”

When asked about joining Israeli strikes on Iran in the air, the US president said, "I may do it, I may not do it."

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (June 18) hinted that he might join Israel in striking Iran, or might not do it, adding that nobody knows what he's going to do. When asked about joining Israeli strikes on Iran in the air, the US president said, "I may do it, I may not do it." "I mean, nobody knows what I'm going to do," Trump told reporters as he supervised the installation of a new flagpole on the White House South Lawn. He further said that Iran has reached out to the White House and wants to negotiate, stressing that the country has "a lot of trouble". “I can tell you this, Iran’s got a lot of trouble and they want to negotiate. And I said, why didn’t you negotiate with me before all this death and destruction.” Trump encouraged Netanyahu to attack Iran Trump said that he encouraged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to continue his campaign in Iran. “I said: Keep going,” Trump told CNN when questioned about his message to the Israeli leader. "I speak to him every day,” Trump continued. “He’s a good man, doing a lot.” “No. So far, he’s done a good job. He has been treated very unfairly,” Trump said. “He’s a wartime president, and he’s going through this nonsense, it’s ridiculous.” While talking about the war situation, he further said there's a big difference between now and a week ago. “Nothing’s finished until it’s finished. You know, war is very complex. A lot of bad things can happen. A lot of turns are made. So I don’t know. I wouldn’t say that we won anything yet. I would say that we sure as hell made a lot of progress,” he said. He added, “The next week is going to be very big. Maybe less.”

When asked about joining Israeli strikes on Iran in the air, the US president said, "I may do it, I may not do it."

'Patience running out, I may do it or...': Trump hints at joining Israel in attacking Iran amid escalating war

Israel-Iran War: After his hint that the US could get "involved" in the ongoing Israel-Iran war, several American agencies are reporting that President Donald Trump is now considering joining Israel's strikes on Iran. Multiple reports have claimed that the Republican will soon likely join the strikes against the nuclear facilities of the Islamic Republic. This came after the American president held a one-hour-and-20-minute meeting with his national security team in the White House Situation Room on Tuesday (June 17).&nbsp;An unnamed senior intelligence official and a Department of Defence official informed CBS News that Trump is considering joining Israel in its war against Iran.&nbsp;News agency Axios reported that the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his defence force are under the impression that Trump will join them in the coming days to bomb Israel, targeting its underground enrichment facility.&nbsp;Why did Trump leave the G7 Summit?&nbsp;The speculation around the US joining the Israel-Iran war was fueled by the American president himself when he abruptly departed from Canada in the middle of the G7 Summit.&nbsp;Later on, he posted a short message on his social media - "evacuate Tehran." This created a panic.&nbsp;Moreover, French President Emmanuel Macron, when asked about Trump's sudden departure, said that the US president was headed to work on a ceasefire between the two war-torn nations. However, this claim was strictly rejected by Trump, who called Macron "wrong" and accused him of grabbing public attention.&nbsp;'Much bigger than that'&nbsp;After leaving the G7 Summit in Canada abruptly amid the Israel-Iran war, the US President Donald Trump said that he did not leave to work on the ceasefire.&nbsp;"Publicity-seeking President Emmanuel Macron, of France, mistakenly said that I left the G7 Summit, in Canada, to go back to D.C. to work on a “cease fire” between Israel and Iran. Wrong!" Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social.&nbsp;"He has no idea why I am now on my way to Washington, but it certainly has nothing to do with a Cease Fire. Much bigger than that. Whether purposely or not, Emmanuel always gets it wrong. Stay Tuned!" he added. US 'could get involved’&nbsp;Earlier, during an interview with ABC News, the US president said, "We're not involved in it. It's possible we could get involved. But we are not at this moment involved."&nbsp;Although the US president denied commenting on the reports that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had urged the US to join the war.&nbsp;Trump wants 'real end' to Iran's nuke desires&nbsp;Meanwhile, a senior White House reporter of CBS News, Jennifer Jacobs, posted on the social media platform X, saying that Trump told her that he wants "a real end" to the nuclear problem with Iran.&nbsp;"I didn't say I was looking for a ceasefire," the American president said on AF1. Trump said he wants a "real end" to the conflict by making Iran give up "entirely" on its nuclear aims.&nbsp;Moreover, Trump also hinted that Israel is not planning to slow down its strikes on Iran any time soon. Rather, he predicted that in the coming two days, people will "find out" what's going to happen.&nbsp;Is Iran prepared against US?&nbsp;Meanwhile, a New York Times report said that Iran is prepared with missiles and military equipment to strike US bases if America joins Israel in the ongoing conflict.&nbsp;

US to join Israel in its war against Iran as Trump wants Ali Khamenei to give up entirely: American media

Israel-Iran War: After his hint that the US could get "involved" in the ongoing Israel-Iran war, several American agencies are reporting that President Donald Trump is now considering joining Israel's strikes on Iran. Multiple reports have claimed that the Republican will soon likely join the strikes against the nuclear facilities of the Islamic Republic. This came after the American president held a one-hour-and-20-minute meeting with his national security team in the White House Situation Room on Tuesday (June 17). An unnamed senior intelligence official and a Department of Defence official informed CBS News that Trump is considering joining Israel in its war against Iran. News agency Axios reported that the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his defence force are under the impression that Trump will join them in the coming days to bomb Israel, targeting its underground enrichment facility. Why did Trump leave the G7 Summit? The speculation around the US joining the Israel-Iran war was fueled by the American president himself when he abruptly departed from Canada in the middle of the G7 Summit. Later on, he posted a short message on his social media - "evacuate Tehran." This created a panic. Moreover, French President Emmanuel Macron, when asked about Trump's sudden departure, said that the US president was headed to work on a ceasefire between the two war-torn nations. However, this claim was strictly rejected by Trump, who called Macron "wrong" and accused him of grabbing public attention. 'Much bigger than that' After leaving the G7 Summit in Canada abruptly amid the Israel-Iran war, the US President Donald Trump said that he did not leave to work on the ceasefire. "Publicity-seeking President Emmanuel Macron, of France, mistakenly said that I left the G7 Summit, in Canada, to go back to D.C. to work on a “cease fire” between Israel and Iran. Wrong!" Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social. "He has no idea why I am now on my way to Washington, but it certainly has nothing to do with a Cease Fire. Much bigger than that. Whether purposely or not, Emmanuel always gets it wrong. Stay Tuned!" he added. US 'could get involved’ Earlier, during an interview with ABC News, the US president said, "We're not involved in it. It's possible we could get involved. But we are not at this moment involved." Although the US president denied commenting on the reports that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had urged the US to join the war. Trump wants 'real end' to Iran's nuke desires Meanwhile, a senior White House reporter of CBS News, Jennifer Jacobs, posted on the social media platform X, saying that Trump told her that he wants "a real end" to the nuclear problem with Iran. "I didn't say I was looking for a ceasefire," the American president said on AF1. Trump said he wants a "real end" to the conflict by making Iran give up "entirely" on its nuclear aims. Moreover, Trump also hinted that Israel is not planning to slow down its strikes on Iran any time soon. Rather, he predicted that in the coming two days, people will "find out" what's going to happen. Is Iran prepared against US? Meanwhile, a New York Times report said that Iran is prepared with missiles and military equipment to strike US bases if America joins Israel in the ongoing conflict.

Amid the ongoing Israel-Iran war, reports came that Donald Trump will join Israel in its airstrikes against the Islamic Republic targeting its nuclear facilities.&nbsp;

US to join Israel in its war against Iran as Trump wants Ali Khamenei to give up 'entirely': American media

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