Marco Rubio

Israel resumes air strikes on southern Lebanon, testing a days-old US-brokered peace deal.

Israel and Lebanon reach a framework deal, a "massive blow" to Hezbollah and Iran, says Netanyahu.

Venezuela earthquakes affect nearly 7 million people, leaving 1,500 dead and sparking outrage over slow government response.

Venezuela races to save 51,000 missing people after devastating earthquakes.

The UAE welcomes a Lebanon-Israel framework agreement, backing regional stability efforts.

Iran struck US military targets after the US attacked Iranian facilities in retaliation for an Iranian drone attack on a cargo ship, escalating violations of a week-old ceasefire amid regional tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

Lebanon and Israel signed a framework agreement to ease tensions and pave the way for an Israeli troop withdrawal.

Dr Anwar Gargash welcomes the US-brokered Lebanon-Israel framework agreement as a step towards Lebanon's sovereignty.

The U.S. Navy expanded a maritime route through the Strait of Hormuz near Oman to facilitate two-way traffic, signaling pressure on Iran to reopen the critical waterway through which one-fifth of global oil and gas historically passed.

Israel and Lebanon signed a framework agreement to end fighting with Hezbollah.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says President Trump will visit India early next year.

Iran and U.S. traded strikes in the Gulf after Tehran allegedly attacked American shipping, escalating tensions over a ceasefire while Israel, Lebanon, and the U.S. signed a peace framework excluding Iran from negotiations.

Hezbollah rejects US-Israel-Lebanon deal, warning of potential civil war.

Israel and Lebanon signed a US-brokered agreement to restore Lebanese sovereignty in the south.

Venezuela receives US support after devastating earthquakes, with aid and rescuers being sent.

The U.S. military bombed Iran Friday in retaliation for Thursday's attack on a Singapore-flagged cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating Middle East tensions while Washington simultaneously signed a trilateral Israel-Lebanon peace agreement.

The US military struck Iranian missile and drone sites Friday after Iran attacked a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, jeopardizing their recent peace deal, while oil prices fell three percent amid regional tensions over shipping tolls and passage rights.

Senator Roger Marshall describes US strikes on Iran as a "mop-up operation" following recent retaliatory attacks.

Colombia tops Group K after a goalless draw with Portugal in the World Cup.

Twin earthquakes killed 1,430 Venezuelans, injured 3,200, and left millions without food and water access, with potential deaths exceeding 10,000 and economic losses reaching $6.7 billion.

Bill Maher criticizes Trump's Reflecting Pool obsession and election fraud claims on his show.

Israeli forces advanced in southern Lebanese towns under heavy fire on Saturday.

Trump's algae-green Reflecting Pool sparks viral memes on social media.

Thousands protest in Lebanon against a US-supported deal with Israel, rejecting negotiations with the Israeli regime.

International aid begins arriving in Venezuela after devastating earthquakes.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced plans for President Trump's first India visit since 2020 to occur early next year, following Trump and Prime Minister Modi's recent G7 meeting, as both nations work toward finalizing a trade deal and strengthening bilateral ties.

Venezuela faces rising death toll after two strong earthquakes hit the country, with thousands feared dead and rescue efforts hindered by slow progress.

US launches airstrikes on Iran after a drone attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz.

The United States struck Iranian military sites after accusing Tehran of attacking a cargo ship, threatening regional ceasefire efforts, while Washington simultaneously brokered a trilateral Israel-Lebanon framework agreement excluding Hezbollah to facilitate disarmament and territorial restoration.

Israel will remain in south Lebanon until Hezbollah is disarmed, despite a US-backed peace framework.

The US attacked Iran in response to a drone strike on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz.

Israel and Lebanon signed a US-brokered peace agreement with Israeli ambassador Leiter and Lebanese ambassador Moawad signing in Washington, aiming to displace Hezbollah from the border and restore Lebanese governmental control over disputed territories.

Israel and Lebanon signed a ceasefire framework agreement mediated by the United States, marking an initial step toward lasting peace after conflict with Iran-backed Hezbollah, though the militant group rejected the deal and refuses to comply.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces a framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon for regional security.

Iranian state media outlets assert Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz as economically vital to global markets, warn Persian Gulf Arab states against U.S. alignment, and report Iran is establishing new maritime navigation rules through military enforcement.

Isra'ila and US reportedly plan to change the status of Jerusalem's al-Aqsa mosque.

Venezuela welcomes 1,600 foreign rescuers to search for earthquake survivors.

Iran launched drones at Bahrain and attacked a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz Saturday, escalating regional tensions hours after US airstrikes on Iranian military facilities, prompting warnings from Washington against further violence.

Israel and Lebanon signed a US-mediated framework agreement Friday to end fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, with the deal allowing Israeli forces to remain in southern Lebanon pending Hezbollah disarmament, marking an initial step toward peace.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the Trump administration is planning President Trump's visit to India in early 2027, advancing bilateral trade negotiations and strengthening the strategic India-U.S. partnership amid deepening cooperation on defense and technology initiatives.

Venezuela earthquakes kill nearly 1,000 people and leave tens of thousands missing.

Lebanon, Israel, and the United States signed a trilateral peace framework agreement, establishing Israeli withdrawal, Lebanese sovereignty restoration, and Hezbollah disarmament, while the U.S. pledges over 30 million dollars to strengthen Lebanese military capacity, though Hezbollah supporters protested the accord.

Israel will remain in south Lebanon until Hezbollah disarms, says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Following a double earthquake on June 24, the US deployed 250 rescue personnel and allocated 150 million dollars in aid to Venezuela, signaling a potential diplomatic shift after decades of tensions between the nations.

The US and Iran exchanged military strikes over a cargo ship attack, jeopardizing their week-old ceasefire agreement and escalating tensions in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz amid accusations of mutual violations.

U.S. Secretary of State Rubio signed a framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon in June 2026, establishing security negotiations and territorial protocols following months of conflict that killed over 4,000 Lebanese and displaced millions, with Washington pledging 100 million dollars in humanitarian aid.

The US and Iran accused each other of violating their week-old ceasefire after a cargo ship was struck by an Iranian drone in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting American airstrikes on Iranian military sites and raising durability concerns.

Israel and Lebanon signed a US-brokered framework agreement establishing procedures for Israeli withdrawal, Hezbollah disarmament, and Lebanese sovereignty restoration, though Israel continues occupying southern Lebanon and conducting military operations.

Oman told European officials it cannot restore pre-war conditions in the Hormuz Strait and may charge transit fees to ships, potentially costing operators billions annually while violating international maritime law, amid broader geopolitical tensions between Iran and Western powers.

Secretary of State Rubio facilitated a U.S.-brokered framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon on June 26, 2026, establishing a process to dismantle Hezbollah and restore Lebanese territory, with $100 million in humanitarian aid committed amid ongoing conflict that has killed over 4,000 Lebanese.