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IRAN STRIKE THREAT: U S Forces Mass Near Gulf as Tensions Rise

The U S has deployed its largest military buildup near Iran in years as diplomatic talks fray and reports surface of covert missile deals involving Tehran. Lawmakers received classified briefings and officials warn limited strikes remain possible ahead of key diplomatic moves

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"Iran desperately wants a deal. But Iran just can’t say the sacred phrase ‘we won’t build nuclear weapons'" — President Donald Trump

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IRAN STRIKE THREAT: U S Forces Mass Near Gulf as Tensions Rise

U.S Iran tensions escalate as military assets are positioned and Washington presses allies. Lawmakers receive classified briefings as reports surface of covert missile deals between Iran and foreign partners. The cluster tracks diplomatic, military, and intelligence moves that could presage limited strikes.

WATCH LIVE: President Trump Delivers State of the Union Tonight

President Trump's State of the Union dominates the national agenda tonight. The White House pushed last‑minute guest and agenda changes and will highlight corporate energy and data center deals as major policy announcements.

EPSTEIN FILES BOMBSHELL: New Report Ties Withheld Pages to Trump

New revelations and political attacks over the Jeffrey Epstein files threaten to overshadow the SOTU. NPR and others report withheld documents and Democrats demand answers as DOJ pushes back, raising fresh oversight fights on Capitol Hill.

HEGSETH ORDERS ACCESS: Defense Secretary Demands Anthropic Open Claude to Military

A showdown between the Pentagon and Anthropic has reached a make‑or‑break week. Defense officials demand broader military access to Claude while the company weighs preserving safety guardrails; the dispute is roiling markets and Pentagon contracts.

PARAMOUNT RAISES BID: New $31 Offer Escalates Warner Bros Fight

Paramount has sweetened its offer for Warner Bros. Discovery, forcing the studio to weigh competing bids including Netflix's. The takeover fight is intensifying with higher offers and an extended review window for the WBD board.

JALISCO CRISIS: Security Forces Fail to Contain Post Kill Violence

Violence and chaos erupted across parts of Mexico after security forces killed a major cartel leader. Tourists and locals were stranded as roadblocks, blockades, and reprisals spread across resort and inland areas.

TARIFF CHAOS: Supreme Court Ruling Sparks Refund Firestorm

The Supreme Court's tariff decision continues to roil markets and prompt legal action. Lawmakers and companies demand refunds as firms like FedEx move to sue for repayment of tariff payments after the court struck down the administration's measures.

THIRD SEIZURE: US Military Boards Sanctioned Oil Tanker in Indian Ocean

U.S. forces intercepted and seized ships tied to sanctioned oil networks in the Indian Ocean as part of a wider effort to choke illicit oil flows linked to sanctioned regimes. The seizures signal heightened enforcement of energy sanctions.

MASS STABBING: Five Dead After Rampage in Washington State

A series of fatal stabbings in Washington state left multiple victims and a dead suspect, prompting renewed debate over community safety. Local law enforcement is investigating motive and sequence of events in several related incidents.

CRITICAL DAMAGE: Bullet Holes Found in Flight Control Area of American Jet

Maintenance crews discovered bullet damage on an American Airlines jet after an international flight from Colombia, raising aviation safety and security questions. Investigations focus on how the damage occurred and whether the aircraft was fired upon in flight.

FAMILY PLEA: Savannah Guthrie Offers 1 Million Dollar Reward for Mother

The family of missing 84‑year‑old Nancy Guthrie increased the reward to spur leads as the FBI continues its search. Savannah Guthrie's public plea and the new reward have refocused national attention on the case.

MARKET RELIEF: Software Stocks Rally After Anthropic Partnership News

Anthropic's enterprise announcements and new partnerships calmed jittery software markets and pushed technology stocks higher. The company's product expansion is reshaping investor sentiment after recent AI safety debates.

MEGA DEAL: Meta Agrees to Buy AI Chips From AMD

Meta and AMD struck a multibillion dollar chip deal that reshapes the AI hardware market and sent AMD shares sharply higher. The pact is a major strategic shift in the race to supply data center GPUs.

DOJ SUES UCLA: Justice Department Alleges Hostile Work Environment for Jewish Faculty

The Justice Department sued UCLA alleging a hostile work environment for Jewish faculty while the administration presses multiple campuses over antisemitism complaints. The legal fight raises questions about federal involvement in campus speech and civil rights enforcement.

FOUR YEARS ON: Ukraine Marks Anniversary of Russia Invasion

Four years into Russia's full‑scale invasion the human cost and political strains grow. Ukraine marks the anniversary amid heavy losses and persistent battlefield pressure while analysts highlight fatigue inside Russia.

Louvre Director Resigns After Audacious Crown Jewels Heist

Following the blockbuster jewelry heist at the Louvre, the museum's leader resigned amid intense scrutiny over security failures. The resignations and inquiries have prompted political fallout and international attention.

MEXICO MOVES: Government Considers Lawsuit Over Elon Musk Cartel Remarks

Mexico's president is weighing legal action after public comments by Elon Musk that linked her to cartels, deepening a diplomatic row as Mexico battles cartel violence. The spat underscores sensitivity around foreign commentary during a security crisis.

GONZALES DEFIES CALLS: Congressman Says He Will Not Resign

Rep. Tony Gonzales remains defiant after explicit texts with a former staffer surfaced and calls for his resignation grew among Republicans. The scandal deepens intra‑party tensions ahead of key midterm contests.

JUDGE REBUFFS: Defense Motion to Disqualify Prosecutors Denied in Kirk Case

Courtroom battles continue in the high‑profile killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Judges rejected motions to disqualify prosecutors and scolded defense counsel, keeping the prosecution on track for trial.

HOUSE BLOCKS AVIATION BILL: Lawmakers Fail to Pass New Safety Measure

Congress again failed to pass a bipartisan aviation safety bill after Pentagon objections, renewing debate over mandate provisions and locator systems pushed after a deadly midair collision. Aviation safety advocates vow continued pressure.

FLOOD DEATHS: At Least 23 Killed as Rains Unleash Floods in Minas Gerais

Historic rains and floods battered southeastern Brazil leaving scores dead, dozens missing and thousands displaced. Rescue and recovery operations are under way amid mounting humanitarian needs.

ARTemis ROLLBACK: NASA Delays Artemis II Crew Launch for Troubleshooting

NASA delayed its planned first crewed Artemis II launch after a technical issue, pushing the mission past the March window. The rollback raises schedule and testing concerns for the broader Artemis lunar program.

WAYMO EXPANDS: Robotaxis Roll Out in Four New US Cities

Waymo expanded its robotaxi service into Texas and Florida, opening autonomous rides to select riders in major metro areas. The rollout signals faster commercial deployment of self‑driving fleets in U S cities.

NVIDIA FORECAST: Morgan Stanley Resets Target Ahead of Earnings

Markets and analysts digest a volatile week driven by AI headlines. Morgan Stanley adjusted Nvidia forecasts while Wall Street swung on Anthropic news and viral AI doomsday pieces wiped billions off certain companies' value.

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