Former U.S. vice-president Kamala Harris says she is considering a bid for the presidency in 2028, according to recent public remarks made during appearances tied to her national book tour. Harris, who was the Democratic Party’s presidential nominee in the 2024 election, said she is weighing her next political steps amid what she described as ongoing challenges facing the country. She noted that “a lot of work” remains to be done and that current conditions are not working for many Americans. The comments come as Harris travels across the United States following the release of her 2025 c

U.S. Vice President JD Vance says Iran should not attempt to “play” the United States as he departs for Pakistan to lead negotiations aimed at ending a six-week war between Washington and Tehran. According to White House officials, Vance will participate in mediated talks in Islamabad as part of an effort directed by President Donald Trump to seek a resolution to the conflict, which began Feb. 28. The administration has not confirmed whether the will be conducted directly with Iranian officials or through intermediaries. The talks come amid signs that a temporary ceasefire could collapse.

Spain says it will reopen its embassy in Tehran following a reported ceasefire between the United States and Iran, according to a statement from the country’s foreign minister. Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares said the diplomatic mission would resume operations after the pause in hostilities. He also accused Israel of breaching the ceasefire and violating international law, though no independent verification of those claims was immediately available. Reactions from European officials have emerged alongside the announcement, reflecting broader concern about the situation in the r

Differences between the United States and Iran over the terms of a recently announced ceasefire continue to raise uncertainty, with officials indicating there is no clear agreement on key conditions. Pakistan’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Dr. Mohammad Faisal, said in London that he remains “optimistic” about a potential meeting between the two sides in Islamabad later this week. According to his remarks, efforts are underway to turn the current two-week ceasefire into a more durable arrangement. Faisal said that despite reported violations, the ceasefire is largely holding.

The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire following approximately 40 days of conflict, according to statements attributed to U.S. President Donald Trump and media reports. The pause in hostilities is expected to halt attacks involving the United States, Israel and Iran during the agreed period. Trump said the decision followed appeals from Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the country’s military leadership. Reports also indicate the arrangement was facilitated through Pakistan’s mediation, with last-minute diplomatic involvement from China. These claims ha

Iranian officials urged young people to form human chains to protect power plants, as U.S. President Donald Trump warned that a ``whole civilization will die tonight'' if Tehran does not meet his latest deadline. Trump wants the Islamic Republic to agree to a deal that includes reopening the crucial Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, airstrikes hit two bridges and a train station in Iran, and the U.S. struck military targets on the Iranian oil hub of Kharg Island. The attack marked the second time theisland was hit by American forces. Trump has extended previous deadlines but suggested the one set

More than 80 migrants are missing after a boat that departed from Libya capsized in the central Mediterranean, according to the International Organization for Migration. At least two bodies have been recovered, the agency said Tuesday. The vessel left the coastal town of Tajoura in northwestern Libya on Sunday carrying about 120 people. It later overturned after taking on water in harsh weather conditions, according to the IOM. A merchant vessel and a tugboat rescued 32 survivors, who were transferred by the Italian coast guard to the southern Italian island of Lampedusa. Authorities have not

U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that a Tuesday deadline for Iran to agree to a deal remains firm, warning that U.S. forces could launch broad attacks on Iranian infrastructure if no agreement is reached. Speaking to reporters during an Easter event at the White House, Trump described Iran’s latest proposal as “a significant step” but said it does not meet U.S. expectations. “It’s not good enough,” he said, adding that the conflict could end quickly if Iran complies with specific conditions. According to Trump, negotiations have been conducted indirectly through Pakistan, wi

U.S. President Donald Trump has removed Attorney General Pam Bondi from her position, according to a White House official. The decision comes amid reported dissatisfaction with Bondi’s performance, including concerns over the handling of investigative files linked to Jeffrey Epstein, according to media reports. The White House official confirmed the dismissal but did not provide detailed reasons in a public statement. Reports also indicate Trump had expressed frustration over what he viewed as a lack of swift legal action against his political critics and opponents. Those claims have not bee