U.S. forces to begin blockading ships entering or exiting Iranian ports on Monday

A demonstrator holds a placard in front of the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, on April 7, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Rui) WASHINGTON, April…[More]

U.S. federal judge orders Pentagon to restore press access

WASHINGTON, April 10 (Xinhua) -- A U.S. federal judge ruled on Thursday that the Pentagon should restore access to credentialed journalists covering t…[More]

Trump "optimistic" on peace deal with Iran despite strained ceasefire: report

A demonstrator holds placards in front of the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, on April 7, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Rui) WASHINGTON, April …[More]

Trump slams NATO again for being unhelpful for U.S.

WASHINGTON, April 8 (Xinhua) -- "NATO wasn't there when we needed them, and they won't be there if we need them again," U.S. President Donald Trump sa…[More]

White House says Vance to lead U.S. team in talks with Iran

WASHINGTON, April 8 (Xinhua) -- U.S. Vice President JD Vance will lead the U.S. team to attend in-person peace negotiations with Iran in Pakistan, whi…[More]

Trump says Lebanon not included in 2-week ceasefire deal

WASHINGTON, April 8 (Xinhua) -- U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Lebanon is not included in the U.S.-Iran two-week ceasefire. "That'…[More]