US Reports say some sailors have attempted to throw themselves overboard, while shortages of basic supplies and deteriorating sanitation are adding to the strain aboard America’s massive aircraft carrier, the USS Abraham Lincoln, as the Iran war drags into its ninth month. The nuclear-powered carrier, now in its ninth month of deployment, is expected to be replaced in the Middle East by the USS George Washington a move likely to bring relief to the Lincoln’s crew and their families. But growing concerns over conditions aboard the Lincoln have prompted lawmakers to demand answers from Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth, who has pushed back, saying the situation has been “misrepresented.” What are the facts? Is US hiding something? How deep is the crisis for the US in its war against Iran?


Hell at sea | 250-day nightmare on board US supercarrier | Pentagon denies suicide

Russia has ruled out an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, with Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov saying a halt in fighting is not currently possible. Moscow has also scrapped a proposal to stop attacks in the Black Sea and sent a series of questions to the US State Department. The latest developments cast fresh doubt on efforts to revive peace talks and ease the war.


Russia-Ukraine war: Russia scraps proposal for halting attacks in the Black sea 

The Iran war is creating a sharp divide in the U.S. energy market. As disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz tighten global fuel supplies, American refiners are reporting a surge in profits and shareholder payouts. For American consumers, the picture is very different, gasoline prices are still higher than they were before the war started, adding to household costs. So, who is benefiting from the supply shock, and who is paying the price? Take a look at this next report for more.

US refiners’ gain vs consumer pain

The U.S. Navy is preparing to rotate aircraft carriers in the region, with the USS George Washington set to relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln as Washington maintains a strong naval presence amid rising regional tensions.

US-Iran War: Abraham Lincoln troops exceed 250 days as Iran war drags on 

Donald Trump is facing a lawsuit over allegations that early access to his posts on Truth Social was offered to paying subscribers for as much as $100,000 a month. The legal challenge raises questions about whether presidential communications can be turned into a premium service and whether wealthy subscribers received an unfair advantage by seeing Trump’s posts before the public.


Trump’s $100,000 Truth posts spark lawsuit over paid access

A dramatic new report reveals Trump secretly swapped planes during last month's NATO summit in Turkey, sneaking out via a catering truck onto a military jet with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stayed behind on the "decoy" Air Force One, unaware to press and staff. The move followed intelligence, sourced from Israel, warning of a possible Iranian missile threat. But CIA analysts reportedly had "low confidence" in the intelligence, and Rubio himself was said to be skeptical, choosing to fly on the plane Iran would have targeted anyway.


Trump's secret plane swap: Did Trump rely on Israel intel instead of CIA? 

Russia's Black Sea grain trade has taken a major hit after Ukraine launched one of its most extensive drone and missile attacks yet on the port city of Novorossiysk. Three major grain terminals were damaged, with loading galleries and silos destroyed, effectively halting shipments from a hub that handles a huge share of Russia's wheat exports.


Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine's massive strike halts grain exports at Russia's key Novorossiysk port 

Trump's secret plane swap: CIA had 'low confidence' in Israeli-sourced Iran threat 

Trump’s latest immigration crackdown is facing fresh scrutiny after the death of a Salvadoran citizen in ICE detention. A report recommending the use of electric shock gloves has added to the controversy, triggering questions over treatment, accountability and detainee rights. As immigration enforcement intensifies, the debate over how far authorities should go is becoming increasingly heated.


Trump’s immigration crackdown sparks fury over ICE detention death 

Trump Media has found a clever new way to cash in — selling Wall Street early access to Trump's own Truth Social posts. The paid service, called "Truth API," lets trading firms see his market-moving statements milliseconds before everyone else, for up to $100,000 a month. Over 10 firms have already signed up. Critics say it raises real insider trading concerns, giving big players an unfair edge over regular investors.


Trump media sells early access to Truth Social posts 

Trump’s handling of Iran is becoming a growing political headache as voter confidence reportedly plunges 24 points. With the midterm elections approaching, the fallout could put his Iran policy under a sharper political spotlight.


US-Iran war: Voter confidence in Trump's Iran handling plunges 24 points ahead of midterms

President Donald Trump has signaled to aides that he is willing to drop the push for a formal nuclear deal with Iran, focusing instead on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and letting severe economic pressure and inflation grind down Tehran. Whether Iran collapses internally remains uncertain, as historical and intelligence assessments show that external bombing campaigns often fail to instigate quick regime change and can instead temporarily unify populations.


US-Iran War: Trump dials down from big bang to small whimper 

The Strait of Hormuz remains at the center of intense regional diplomacy as Iran reportedly outlines six key conditions tied to any future agreement on the strategic waterway. The narrow maritime corridor carries a significant share of the world's oil and gas shipments, making its future a critical issue for global energy markets and regional security.

The reported conditions come amid ongoing discussions involving Gulf states and broader efforts to stabilize maritime traffic following months of heightened tensions. Analysts say the outcome of the negotiations could influence shipping routes, energy prices, and the balance of power across the Middle East.

Mecca trilateral pact: No impact on Iran? Trump's chess game

As the U.S. midterm elections approach, political observers in Tehran are closely monitoring sliding domestic approval ratings for President Donald Trump. Public dissatisfaction with the protracted military conflict with Iran, rising inflation, and energy market pressures have cratered support for the White House's handling of both foreign and domestic policy.

US-Iran War: Tehran tracks Trump's falling rates ahead of polls

The Trump administration’s plan for the U.S. Navy to build its largest battleships is estimated to cost $275 billion, and U.S. shipyards may not have the capacity to build them, according to a new report from the Congressional Budget Office. 

Trump's battleship fantasy gets a $275 Billion reality check

The United States has announced fresh trade measures targeting polysilicon, a critical raw material used to manufacture semiconductors and solar panels.


Trump sets 15% tariff & import price floors on polysilicon

The Trump administration is considering stricter digital screening measures for foreign visitors as part of its broader immigration crackdown. The proposed changes could expand scrutiny of online activity and digital footprints during the visa and entry process, raising questions about privacy, security, and immigration policy.

Trump's immigration crackdown: US eyes stricter digital screening for foreign visitors 

Donald Trump launched a sharp attack on Abdul El-Sayed, calling him a "communist" during his latest political remarks. Democrat Abdul El-Sayed has won Michigan’s closely watched Democratic primary for the US Senate, defeating four-term Congresswoman Haley Stevens in a narrow contest that highlights the growing influence of the party’s progressive wing. With more than 1.5 million ballots counted, the race was decided by fewer than 15,000 votes.


Donald Trump blasts Abdul El-Sayed, calls him a 'Communist' in fiery attack

The Iran crisis has reshaped global energy markets, sending crude oil prices soaring and delivering massive profits to the world's biggest oil companies. As disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz pushed oil above $126 per barrel, energy giants including Saudi Aramco, ExxonMobil, Chevron, Shell, BP, and TotalEnergies reported record quarterly earnings.

Combined profits reached nearly $93 billion between April and June, while consumers worldwide struggled with soaring fuel and energy costs. The windfall has sparked political criticism and renewed calls for stronger taxes on excess profits and greater investment in clean energy.

Iran War Fuels Oil Profits: Energy Giants Earn $93 Billion in Just 3 Months

Trump has warned Iran faces ​a 'last chance' to reach a deal before 'decapitation'. But behind those warnings & rhetoric, both time & Americans' patience is running out. And the clock is ticking for Trump. 


Iran War: Fear of American voters drives Trump to despair

US President Donald Trump has once again paused planned military strikes on Iran, and mentioned new set of talks are about to start. However, Iran has firmly rejected Trump's claims that it requested Washington to halt military action, calling the allegations false.

In this report, we examine the latest developments in the escalating US-Iran crisis, the role of Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries in preventing a wider regional war, and whether diplomacy can still succeed after months of conflict.


Trump playbook: Threaten massive strikes & then call them off

Iran and Oman are holding bilateral talks focused on ensuring safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil shipping route. As Tehran pursues regional diplomacy, the negotiations have also fueled debate over whether Washington's "America First" approach is losing influence in the Middle East, with critics arguing that the U.S. is becoming increasingly isolated from key regional initiatives.

 US-Iran War: Iran-Oman talk on Hormuz, but US faces isolation 

Capital One has defended its decision to close more than 300 accounts linked to the Trump Organization, telling a U.S. court the move was based on anti-money laundering compliance rather than politics. The bank has asked the court to dismiss the lawsuit filed by Donald Trump and Eric Trump, who allege they were "debanked" for political reasons.

Capital One claims money laundering by Trump organisation

US President Donald Trump has once again paused planned military strikes on Iran, and mentioned new set of talks are about to start. However, Iran has firmly rejected Trump's claims that it requested Washington to halt military action, calling the allegations false.

In this report, we examine the latest developments in the escalating US-Iran crisis, the role of Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries in preventing a wider regional war, and whether diplomacy can still succeed after months of conflict.

US-Iran War: Trump says new talks will begin on Monday, Iran denies

 Trump organisation accounts closed over suspected money laundering: Capital One

US-Iran War: Trump says Iran asked to call off strike, Tehran denies claim

A new controversy is brewing around Donald Trump's social media platform.

Truth Social is reportedly offering premium access to Trump's posts through a subscription-based API service costing as much as $100,000 a month. Critics argue that when presidential posts can move markets, faster access could provide a significant advantage to investors and traders.


Who's paying for Trump's market edge?

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed that preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons remains Washington's top priority, stating that President Donald Trump will never allow Tehran to develop nuclear arms.


Marco Rubio claims US has upper hand over Iran in West Asia war

US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed Washington’s recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara, describing Morocco’s autonomy proposal as the only realistic path toward resolving the decades-long dispute.

The development comes as Spain continues to grapple with a massive migrant influx into its North African enclave of Ceuta, prompting emergency discussions across the European Union. The Western Sahara dispute remains one of North Africa’s most sensitive geopolitical issues, involving Morocco, the Polisario Front, Algeria, and international stakeholders.

Trump Reaffirms US Support for Morocco’s Western Sahara Claim | Spain Faces Migrant Crisis

U.S. President Donald Trump has once again called off planned military strikes on Iran, saying he received requests from Iran and Gulf nations to avoid further escalation.

According to Trump, the temporary understanding includes the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and an end to Iran's nuclear threat. Reports suggest Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged Trump to de-escalate the conflict, while the U.S. and Israel had reportedly been preparing one of the largest bombing campaigns against Iran.

Meanwhile, Iran has warned that any new American attack would trigger a powerful response targeting energy infrastructure across the Gulf region. U.S. embassies throughout the Middle East have also issued security alerts amid fears of a wider regional conflict.

Trump Halts Iran Attack After Gulf Pressure | Middle East Crisis Deepens

US President Donald Trump has once again called for the United States to take control of Greenland, arguing the Arctic territory should not remain under Denmark. His remarks, made during the NATO summit in Turkey, have reignited tensions with European allies and revived a long-running dispute over Greenland's strategic importance.

Trump: Greenland will be under US control by end of my term 

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