Pre-war planning meant Iran’s military was able to mitigate the impact of U.S.-Israeli strikes on its weapons arsenal and leadership, according to Western military intelligence assessments — which also say it retains the ability to respond if the ceasefire fails. Read More

President Donald Trump struck an optimistic tone for prospects that the U.S. and Iran could clinch a permanent ceasefire as the two sides discuss an extended truce ahead of its expiration next week. Read More

President Donald Trump announced a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, a move that may ease broader tensions between the U.S. and Iran. Read More

The former lieutenant governor of Virginia, Justin Fairfax, killed himself and his wife, Cerina Fairfax, at their home just after midnight on Thursday, according to the police. Read More

The war in Iran and President Donald Trump’s rhetoric have driven U.S. alliances with Europe near the breaking point. Read More