Latest US Strikes Iran News and Updates

From Iran to mending fences: Top 5 takeaways from Trump’s interview with ex-foe Michael Cohen

Donald Trump defended his Iran strategy, touted his economic record and border policies, and praised Michael Cohen after their yearslong feud
By Deepanjali Sharma . Aug 21, 2026

JD Vance says Iran war is in ‘new phase’, describes economic pressure as ‘delicate dance’

JD Vance said the administration is at the same time also working to increase oil and gas supplies to ease pressure on American consumers at the pump
By Deepanjali Sharma . Aug 21, 2026

‘Get with the program’: Bessent sends blunt message to China over Trump’s Iran campaign

Asked whether the US would pressure China, Bessent said 'many conversations are best to have in private,' but called on Beijing to 'get with the program'
By Shibra Arshad . Aug 20, 2026

Iran mocks Trump’s ‘economic war’ as it fires back with a problem of America’s own

On Wednesday, August 19, President Donald Trump announced a ‘most crushing economic operation’ and ‘economic warfare’ against Iran
By Shibra Arshad . Aug 20, 2026

'You are either with us or against us': Bessent warns allies over Iran sanctions

President Donald Trump had warned that the US would impose major economic penalties on any country providing 'any type of lifeline' to Tehran
By Eren Waris . Aug 20, 2026

Leaked ICE emails expose how Iranians were sent back, inside secret US-Iran deportation deal

In Aug, an ICE official added cases at the Iran Embassy's request, and a week later, another changed the deportation list after meeting its director
By Shibra Arshad . Aug 20, 2026

Trump vowed to eliminate $19T in US debt in 2016, a decade later it has surpassed $40T

The debt has since doubled to $40 trillion as the Trump admin faces higher military spending tied to the Iran war and tariff refunds, adding to continued federal borrowing
By Deepanjali Sharma . Aug 20, 2026

Trump declares ‘Economic D-Day’ against Iran, warns allies of ‘tremendous economic consequences’

The announcement comes after a 60-day agreement expired without a final deal and as Washington and Tehran remain at odds over negotiations
By Deepanjali Sharma . Aug 20, 2026

Trump reveals unlikely weapon against Iran's Hormuz chokehold: US pipelines

President Trump said America's energy surge weakened Hormuz's leverage as a covert US operation reportedly kept millions of barrels moving
By Swati Sakshi Mishra . Aug 19, 2026

‘Maybe at some point’: Trump leaves door open to Iran talks after denying negotiations

Trump’s comments follow Tuesday’s denial of talks and come as the June deal remains stalled
By Eren Waris . Aug 19, 2026

Iran significantly loses control of Hormuz as 80% of ships bypass waterway after Trump’s claims

The UN-authorized Omani route is opposed by Iran, but vessels increasingly use it despite risks, relying on US naval forces for protection
By Deepanjali Sharma . Aug 19, 2026

‘Clown crew’: Iran speaker mocks Trump’s top officials, tells them to ‘pull rabbit out of their hat’

Trump acknowledged that no peace talks are underway with Tehran as the 60-day deadline for reaching a permanent ceasefire expired
By Shibra Arshad . Aug 18, 2026

Trump claims Strait of Hormuz as 'new US territory' and Iran warns they will 'correct his delusions'

Trump has labeled the Strait of Hormuz 'new US territory,' escalating his fight with Iran over a waterway vital to global oil supplies
By Swati Sakshi Mishra . Aug 18, 2026

11-year-old burns Trump flag, says ‘you betrayed us for Israel’ in viral clip

An 11-year-old boy criticized Donald Trump and referenced Jeffrey Epstein as he explained his anger toward the president in the widely shared footage
By Gopika Subramanian . Aug 18, 2026

Kushner pushes Netanyahu to gamble on Hamas as Trump demands Israel stop Gaza strikes

Jared Kushner and Benjamin Netanyahu agreed to create working groups on Hamas' disarmament and Gaza's humanitarian crisis after four hours of talks
By Swati Sakshi Mishra . Aug 17, 2026

'Get over silliness': Bill Maher blasts leftists over ICE-Iran comparison

Bill Maher called Iran a regime that killed thousands, contrasting it with President Donald Trump, who he said was 'nowhere near as bad'
By Eren Waris . Aug 17, 2026

Latest report exposes Iran's secret plan to widen the war: 'The main war has not yet begun'

A Wall Street Journal report says Iran used the diplomatic window to strengthen the IRGC, rebuild weapons capacity and prepare for wider conflict
By Swati Sakshi Mishra . Aug 17, 2026

‘Mistake’: Mark Kelly grills Trump over South Korea drill cut for Kim Jong friendship

Trump cited his 'very good relationship' with Kim Jong-un for opposing the drills and said South Korea declined his request to help denuclearize Iran
By Shibra Arshad . Aug 17, 2026

'We'll bomb them': Trump's warning to Oman raises questions over Iran talks

Trump had previously threatened to 'blow up' Oman if it didn't 'behave', and days earlier said he could claim the Strait of Hormuz as US territory
By Eren Waris . Aug 17, 2026

Trump reveals who he's talking to behind the scenes as Iran ceasefire deadline nears

Trump confirmed direct contact with IRGC as negotiations stall, while demanding Tehran surrender and declining to set a timeline for a deal
By Swati Sakshi Mishra . Aug 17, 2026
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