Trump News for Thursday, April 30, 2026
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Trump’s New Surgeon General Pick Is a Fox News Contributor Who Tried to Trademark MAHA
Ryan Bort, Rolling Stone
Nicole Saphier, the Fox News contributor Donald Trump tapped as his new pick for surgeon general, tried to trademark "Make America Healthy Again."
Apr 30, 2026, 11:40 PM
Trump gives the go-ahead for a major new Canada-U.S. oil pipeline
The Associated Press, NPR
More state and federal approvals are needed for the 3-foot-wide Bridger Pipeline Expansion, which would stretch from the Canadian border with Montana down through eastern Montana and Wyoming, where it would link up with another pipeline.
Apr 30, 2026, 11:18 PM
Trump Bulldozed a 1,000-Year-Old Archeological Site to Make Room for a Second Border Wall
Adam Federman, The Intercept
DHS was in talks with the wildlife refuge that hosts the ancient site to make sure it was protected, a local archeologist said. The post Trump Bulldozed a 1,000-Year-Old Archeological Site to Make Room for a Second Border Wall appeared first on The Intercept.
Apr 30, 2026, 11:01 PM
Apple to seek tariff refunds, plans to reinvest money in U.S. manufacturing
Marcus Mendes, 9to5Mac
Apple CEO Tim Cook said today that the company is seeking refunds for duties it paid under tariffs Donald Trump announced last year, which the Supreme Court recently ruled unconstitutional. Here are the details. more…
Apr 30, 2026, 10:28 PM
First US-Venezuela flight lands in Caracas after seven-year suspension
Elizabeth Melimopoulos, Al Jazeera English
American Airlines has resumed flights as Donald Trump moves to rebuild ties following the abduction of Nicolas Maduro.
Apr 30, 2026, 9:34 PM
US gas reaches $4.30 per gallon; Trump says prices will drop after Iran war
Al Jazeera Staff, Al Jazeera English
Price of petrol in US jumps by nearly 30 cents in one week amid Strait of Hormuz blockade and Iran diplomatic deadlock.
Apr 30, 2026, 9:31 PM
Trump’s next redistricting targets
Cameron Peters, Vox
This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here. Welcome to The Logoff: After a major Supreme Court decision, President Donald…
Apr 30, 2026, 9:28 PM
3 NY Democrats vote against extending food stamp coverage to rotisserie chickens
Elizabeth Kim, Gothamist
House members voted down a bill to extend SNAP benefits to cover rotisserie chickens. The legislation passed overwhelmingly. House Speaker Jeffries was among those who argued the bill should have allowed all hot food. [ more › ]
Apr 30, 2026, 9:17 PM
Hegseth testifies on Iran war before Senate committee: Key takeaways
Al Jazeera Staff, Al Jazeera English
Pentagon chief testifies alongside top general for second day, in first public Congressional hearings since war began.
Apr 30, 2026, 9:09 PM
Trump Gives Don Jr Tentative Thumbs Up As Next ‘Apprentice’ Host If Revival Ever Happens: “He’d Be Probably Good”
Dominic Patten, Deadline
Whether or not talk of an Apprentice revival by Amazon and a generational handover are real, speculation has finally made its way to the Oval Office. The former host of the NBC competition series and its Celebrity Apprentice spin-off was asked Thursday what h…
Apr 30, 2026, 8:58 PM
WATCH: What does a person have to make to afford the average price of a home?
ABC News, Abcnews.com
New polling shows only a quarter of non-homeowners believe they’ll be able to buy a home in the next five years. Chen Zhao, head of economic research at Redfin, discusses more.
Apr 30, 2026, 8:58 PM
Trumps says Iran can play at World Cup in US after FIFA confirmation
Kevin Hand, Al Jazeera English
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino has said Iran will play their World Cup matches, leading to agreement from US President.
Apr 30, 2026, 8:48 PM
NASA Invites Media to Ireland Artemis Accords Signing
Elizabeth Shaw, NASA
Ireland will sign the Artemis Accords during a ceremony at 3 p.m. EDT Monday, May 4, at NASA Headquarters in Washington. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman will host Ambassador of Ireland to the United States of America Geraldine Byrne Nason; Minister for Ente…
Apr 30, 2026, 8:45 PM
Flights to Venezuela are finally back after a 7-year freeze. Only 1 US airline is restarting service.
Taylor Rains, Business Insider
Venezuela used to be a bustling hub for oil, business, and international traffic but economic turmoil isolated the nation and US flights halted.
Apr 30, 2026, 8:44 PM
AOC to challenge Schumer?
New York Editorial Board, Substack.com
The New York Editorial Board's interview with Assembly Member Claire Valdez, a Queens Democrat running for Congress in New York's 7th District.
Apr 30, 2026, 8:25 PM
Graham Platner’s triumph, explained by a Maine reporter
Andrew Prokop, Vox
One of the most hotly contested Democratic primaries of 2026 ended with a whimper rather than a bang Thursday, as Maine Gov. Janet Mills (D) suspended her Senate campaign, making outsider oyster farmer Graham Platner the overwhelming favorite for the party’s …
Apr 30, 2026, 8:16 PM
Trump administration pitches others to join new coalition to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Mariam Khan, Abcnews.com
The "Maritime Freedom Construct" would coordinate diplomatic efforts.
Apr 30, 2026, 8:14 PM
US Congress passes bill to resume funding for DHS and end partial shutdown
Al Jazeera Staff, Al Jazeera English
House approves funding measure, which excludes ICE, ending weeks-long crisis that left many federal workers without pay.
Apr 30, 2026, 8:12 PM
Trump signs executive order on retirement accounts, offering up to $1,000 match
Noah Sheidlower, Business Insider
Trump signed an executive order expanding retirement account access for workers lacking employer plans, offering up to a $1,000 match for some.
Apr 30, 2026, 8:11 PM
Ron Wyden Is Pissing Off the NSA’s Biggest Backers. Tom Cotton Warns There Will Be “Consequences.”
Matt Sledge, The Intercept
Debate over a secret court opinion involving the Trump administration’s use of data collected by the NSA turned personal. The post Ron Wyden Is Pissing Off the NSA’s Biggest Backers. Tom Cotton Warns There Will Be “Consequences.” appeared first on The Interce…
Apr 30, 2026, 8:09 PM
Trump administration appeals ruling as it continues to reject routine vaccine guidance
Jason Weisberger, Boing Boing
The Trump administration is escalating its fight over childhood vaccines, appealing a federal court ruling that blocked efforts to scale back routine immunization recommendations for kids. The appeal is the latest development in a lawsuit filed in July by th…
Apr 30, 2026, 8:09 PM
Rivian downsizes its goals for its EV factory in Georgia
Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge
Rivian announced some changes today with regard to the factory its building in the state of Georgia. The company was planning to build the facility in two phases, each resulting in 200,000 vehicles of annual production capacity, for a total of 400,000 units. …
Apr 30, 2026, 7:44 PM
Trump says Tennessee next to redistrict after US Voting Rights Act ruling
Al Jazeera Staff, Al Jazeera English
Ruling weakening Voting Rights Act opens door to more states redrawing maps, diluting voting power of minority groups.
Apr 30, 2026, 7:39 PM
Trump pulls Casey Means' stalled surgeon general nomination, announces new pick
The Associated Press, NPR
President Trump says he's nominating former Fox News Channel contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier for surgeon general after Dr. Casey Means' path forward stalled in the Senate over questions about her experience and her stance on vaccines.
Apr 30, 2026, 7:33 PM
Trump to lift some whisky tariffs after King's visit
BBC News
The US president said he would lift restrictions on Scotland's ability to work with the state of Kentucky on whisky and bourbon.
Apr 30, 2026, 7:10 PM
What China is learning from the US war in Iran
Miles Bryan, Noel King, Vox
Two months into the US-Iran war, the fighting has hardened into a standoff, with no end in sight. Both countries claim to have the upper hand, but there is only one clear winner so far — and it isn’t either of them. “China’s watching this war very closely,” J…
Apr 30, 2026, 6:57 PM
Days after alleged assassination attempt, Trump administration moves to weaken gun rules
Jason Weisberger, Boing Boing
"It's a bold strategy, Cotton. Let's see if it pays off for 'em." Mere days after an alleged assassination attempt rattled the White House correspondents' dinner, the Trump administration boldly announced plans to roll back dozens of federal gun regulations. …
Apr 30, 2026, 6:49 PM
This morning I met the "QAnon Shaman," and here are ten takeaways from our conversation
Jennifer Sandlin, Boing Boing
This morning, I met Jacob Chansley, who also goes by Jake Angeli. If you don't recognize those names, you probably know him as the "QAnon Shaman." As I was walking across the campus where I work, I spotted a man decked out in flag-covered clothes, wearing a l…
Apr 30, 2026, 6:46 PM
Iran to play World Cup games in USA as planned insists FIFA president
Sky Sports
Iran will play their World Cup matches in the United States, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has insisted.
Apr 30, 2026, 6:29 PM
White House correspondents' shooting latest: Pirro says suspect fired shotgun
Alexander Mallin, Abcnews.com
Cole Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner shooting, conceded to remain detained.
Apr 30, 2026, 6:13 PM
Trump withdraws wellness influencer and MAHA activist Casey Means as surgeon general nominee
Adam Kovac, Scientific American
On Thursday the president announced he is nominating Nicole Saphier, a radiologist and Fox News contributor, as the nation’s top doctor
Apr 30, 2026, 6:10 PM
New footage shows only one source of gunfire at correspondents' dinner—and it's not the suspect
Jason Weisberger, Boing Boing
Newly reviewed surveillance footage from the White House correspondents' dinner shows a Secret Service agent firing multiple shots at a fleeing suspect into a crowded hallway. The video offers no clear visual evidence that the alleged gunman ever fired his we…
Apr 30, 2026, 6:07 PM
House Republicans narrowly approve blueprint to fund ICE, CBP
Lauren Peller, Abcnews.com
After drama and delay, House Republicans narrowly approved a blueprint for legislation to fund immigration enforcement agencies.
Apr 30, 2026, 5:56 PM
The Iran War’s Ramifications Have Only Just Begun
Nancy A. Youssef, Jonathan Lemire, The Atlantic
U.S. goals haven’t been met, but the war will cause long-term disruptions.
Apr 30, 2026, 5:47 PM
US falls to ‘historic low’ in press freedom tracker: RSF
Al Jazeera Staff, Al Jazeera English
Reporters Without Borders warns of 'press freedom crisis' in US amid media consolidation, Trump policies.
Apr 30, 2026, 5:41 PM
Elon Musk Seemingly Admits xAI Has Used OpenAI's Models to Train Its Own
Maxwell Zeff, Paresh Dave, Wired
While answering questions under oath, Musk argued it’s standard practice for AI labs to use their competitors' models.
Apr 30, 2026, 5:41 PM
Trump Announces Fox News Contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier As New Surgeon General Nominee
Greg Evans, Deadline
Radiologist and Fox News opinion contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier will be nominated by Donald Trump for surgeon general, putting an end to speculation over whether the president’s previous pick, Dr. Casey Means, could get Senate confirmation. Saphier, director …
Apr 30, 2026, 5:41 PM
US House votes to end government shutdown over immigration operations
BBC News
The bill, already passed in the US Senate, now moves to the desk of President Donald Trump who is expected to swiftly sign the legislation.
Apr 30, 2026, 5:40 PM
NASA Welcomes Morocco as 64th Artemis Accords Signatory
Elizabeth Shaw, NASA
The Kingdom of Morocco signed the Artemis Accords on April 29th during a ceremony in the country’s capital, Rabat, becoming the latest nation to commit to the responsible exploration of space. “It is my privilege to welcome the Kingdom of Morocco as the newes…
Apr 30, 2026, 5:31 PM
Iran threatens painful response if US renews attacks
By Humeyra Pamuk and Tala Ramadan, Yahoo Entertainment
By Humeyra Pamuk and Tala Ramadan WASHINGTON/DUBAI, April 30 (Reuters) - Iran said on Thursday it would respond with "long and painful strikes" on U.S...
Apr 30, 2026, 5:26 PM
Trump nominates radiologist Dr. Nicole Saphier as surgeon general
Mary Kekatos, Abcnews.com
President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he is nominating Dr. Nicole Saphier to be the next surgeon general.
Apr 30, 2026, 5:24 PM
Trump slams Germany’s Merz again as rift over Iran war widens
Al Jazeera Staff, Al Jazeera English
Berlin says 'prepared' for fewer US troops, as Trump says German chancellor should focus on European affairs, not Iran.
Apr 30, 2026, 5:19 PM
Migrant Deaths Hit Record High Under Trump 2.0
Tim Cushing, Techdirt
Not that ICE was ever that great about taking care of all the people it detains. It certainly wasn’t during Trump’s first term. The DHS Inspector General released a report that said there were numerous problems in a single detention facility. Not only that bu…
Apr 30, 2026, 4:29 PM
The Dish: Will Caustic Rhetoric Hobble Donald Trump Jr’s Hosting Chances On Amazon’s Rumored ‘The Apprentice’ Revival?
Mike Fleming, Deadline
OPINION: President Donald Trump seems determined to use the full force of the White House to force Disney and ABC to cancel Jimmy Kimmel’s talk show over jokes he told days before the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. In this morning’s missive, Trump warned…
Apr 30, 2026, 4:28 PM
An Assassination Attempt and a Royal Visit to Washington
The New Yorker
On The Political Scene Podcast, Antonia Hitchens joins Tyler Foggatt to contrast the scene at the White House Correspondents’ dinner with King Charles and Queen Camilla’s trip amid strained U.S.-U.K. relations.
Apr 30, 2026, 4:00 PM
What-In-The Matrix-Hell Is Happening on the White House Lawn?
Claire Guinan, Jezebel
The First Lady made sure to gather all her gizmos and gadgets and log off her virtual reality world to give Her Majesty The Queen a taste of our grim future.
Apr 30, 2026, 3:53 PM
Trump doubles down on '86' as mob term after Comey indictment
Nicholas Kerr, Abcnews.com
Former FBI Director James Comey made an initial court appearance on Wednesday.
Apr 30, 2026, 3:30 PM
Trump Demands Again ABC Fire Kimmel As FCC License Renewals Loom: “People Are Angry”
Dominic Patten, Deadline
Among the busy and burdensome affairs of state on Donald Trump’s desk this morning, growing the number of unemployed in America is a clearly a priority. Displaying his mastery of details, POTUS specifically wants to see those without jobs in our nation bop up…
Apr 30, 2026, 3:01 PM
Saudi Arabia to end LIV Golf funding, while league appoints new chairman
Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English
League says it wants to move towards an investment model involving multiple partners and team franchises.
Apr 30, 2026, 2:59 PM
Haitian immigrants fear uncertain future in Trump’s America
Tatyana Tandanpolie, Salon
A looming Supreme Court ruling on protected status concerns leaders of community impacts
Apr 30, 2026, 2:30 PM
GROUND TROOPS?
George Grylls, Tom Ball, Tel Aviv, Thetimes.com
GROUND TROOPS? (Top headline, 4th story, link) Related stories:OIL HITS WARTIME HIGH... NO END IN SIGHT... NEW STRIKES? NYT: Military Was Losing Its Edge. After Iran, Everyone Knows It... China is Equal In Any Future Fight, General W…
Apr 30, 2026, 1:55 PM
US military equipment worth billions of dollars destroyed in Iran war
Alia Chughtai, Al Jazeera English
The United States lost aerial equipment worth up to $2.8bn, according to a US-based think tank.
Apr 30, 2026, 1:47 PM
Has the US Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act – and how?
Sarah Shamim, Al Jazeera English
Ruling, called 'big win' by Trump, will result in redistricting in Louisiana, but it will have farther-reaching effects.
Apr 30, 2026, 1:42 PM
Hormuz effect? How US, China are ramping up tensions over the Panama Canal
Usaid Siddiqui, Al Jazeera English
Rising tensions over Panama Canal prompt US-China showdown in global shipping power struggle.
Apr 30, 2026, 1:36 PM
Was Israeli PM’s Lebanon destruction video a snub to Trump?
Al Jazeera English
Hours after Trump asked Netanyahu to stop destroying buildings in Lebanon, Israel's leader posted a destruction montage.
Apr 30, 2026, 1:35 PM
Comey indictment reveals a desperate DOJ — and president
Heather Digby Parton, Salon
The former FBI director is facing a selective prosecution. But his case holds important lessons for Democrats
Apr 30, 2026, 1:30 PM
How to win — and lose — Decoder
Nick Statt, Nilay Patel, The Verge
This interview has been lightly edited for length and clarity. Hello and welcome to Decoder, Nilay’s show about big ideas and other problems. This is Nick Statt, senior producer, and I’m joined by host and very occasional guest, Nilay Patel. Nilay, welcome b…
Apr 30, 2026, 1:24 PM
$25bn or $1 trillion: How much has Iran war really cost the US?
Yashraj Sharma, Al Jazeera English
Heated exchange on Capitol Hill reflects growing unease among lawmakers over a lack of transparency in cost of Iran war.
Apr 30, 2026, 12:53 PM
Israel kills nine people in southern Lebanon despite ‘ceasefire’
Alex Milan Durie, Al Jazeera English
Israeli attacks and threats on southern Lebanon escalate, as Lebanese government calls out Israel's ceasefire violations
Apr 30, 2026, 12:40 PM
Supreme Leader Vows Iran Won't Give Up Nuclear Technologies...
Jon Gambrell, Associated Press
Iran's supreme leader says the Islamic Republic will protect its nuclear and missile capabilities as a national asset. Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei made the statement Thursday, likely drawing a hard line as U.S. President Donald Trump seeks a wider deal. Khamen…
Apr 30, 2026, 12:22 PM
WATCH: AI agent error causes mayhem at tech company
ABC News, Abcnews.com
Jeremy Crane, founder and CEO of PocketOS, shared in an in-depth post on X, explaining how the AI coding agent Cursor deleted his company's entire production database in about 9 seconds flat.
Apr 30, 2026, 12:16 PM
The ‘Great Man’ Presidency
Hanna Rosin, The Atlantic
Is Donald Trump reading Hegel?
Apr 30, 2026, 12:00 PM
The Era of Normie Extremism Is Here
Ali Breland, The Atlantic
What the alleged Washington hotel attacker has in common with Luigi Mangione
Apr 30, 2026, 12:00 PM
WATCH: Artemis II crew discusses historic mission on 'GMA'
ABC News, Abcnews.com
Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen join "GMA" after their historic mission around the moon, farther than any humans have ever traveled.
Apr 30, 2026, 11:54 AM
Fetterman laughs when asked about relationship with Democrats: ‘Well, I mean, cordial’
Alexander Bolton, The Hill
Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) let loose a hearty chuckle and admitted that he’s not that “popular” in the Senate Democratic caucus, even though he flipped the ...
Apr 30, 2026, 11:49 AM
Child Care Is Buckling
Elliot Haspel, The Atlantic
The president’s broad policies are making a bad situation worse.
Apr 30, 2026, 11:16 AM
After Erika Kirk Breaks Silence With Controversial Video, The Internet Roasts Her Brutally
Gabija Saveiskyte, Boredpanda.com
Netizens alluded to conspiracy theories of Erika Kirk having a hand in ending her husband’s life after she spoke about the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
Apr 30, 2026, 11:10 AM
Ukraine appeals to Trump’s vanity in hopes of security guarantees
Chauncey DeVega, Salon
Flattery has become a foreign policy strategy — and it's reshaping U.S. alliances
Apr 30, 2026, 10:45 AM
Iran's supreme leader says Tehran will protect its nuclear and missile capabilities
JON GAMBRELL, Yahoo Entertainment
Iran's supreme leader said Thursday that the Islamic Republic will protect its “nuclear and missile capabilities” as a national asset, likely seeking to draw...
Apr 30, 2026, 10:45 AM
The Worst Looks From MAGA Figures During King Charles’ Visit To The White House
Karina Babenok, Boredpanda.com
On April 28, 2026, King Charles III and Queen Camilla were welcomed to the White House with all the grandeur of a monarch’s visit, featuring a ceremonial salute, military pomp, and a glittering white-tie dinner hosted by President Donald Trump and First Lady …
Apr 30, 2026, 10:31 AM
Supreme Court guts the Voting Rights Act in “Jim Crow 2.0” ruling
Russell Payne, Salon
Justices kept the law on the books but drained it of the power to actually protect voters
Apr 30, 2026, 10:30 AM
10 Thursday AM Reads
Barry Ritholtz, Ritholtz.com
My morning train WFH reads: • Renewable energy just broke a 100-year-old streak Coal’s century at the top of the world’s power mix is over. (Vox) • I Just Drove a $10,000 Chinese EV and It Didn’t Suck: Geely’s EX2 is the hottest car in the Chinese market, and…
Apr 30, 2026, 10:30 AM
Americans oppose Trump ballroom 2-to-1; even more oppose his signature on money: Poll
Emily Guskin, Abcnews.com
There wasn't a shift in support for the ballroom after the attempted shooting.
Apr 30, 2026, 10:03 AM
Civilians or Hezbollah: Who did Israel hit on Lebanon’s ‘Black Wednesday’?
Justin Salhani, Al Jazeera English
Israel says it targeted Hezbollah, but experts say the evidence proves otherwise.
Apr 30, 2026, 9:52 AM
Billionaire hedge fund investor Paul Tudor Jones says this is where he's eyeing his next big bet in markets
wedwards@businessinsider.com (William Edwards), Business Insider
Paul Tudor Jones says his investing career has been like a boxing match, and he's looking to land a blow in this part of the market next.
Apr 30, 2026, 9:40 AM
A major student-loan lender says it will 'surprise and delight' borrowers after Trump's repayment overhaul
Ayelet Sheffey, Business Insider
Major private student-loan lenders, like Navient and Sallie Mae, are ready to bring in more borrowers when Trump's repayment changes begin in July.
Apr 30, 2026, 9:25 AM
Katie Abraham Would Have ‘Hated’ to be Used to Promote Operation Midway Blitz, Her Mother Says
Danielle Han, Jezebel
“Having my daughter’s name used this way, it added a level of despair I didn’t even know could exist,” Abraham’s mother said.
Apr 30, 2026, 9:18 AM
Press freedom worldwide falls to its lowest level in 25 years
Alex Milan Durie, Al Jazeera English
Reporters Without Borders warns that 'journalism is increasingly criminalised worldwide'.
Apr 30, 2026, 9:07 AM
Senate Democrats press White House over loosened record-keeping policy
Lucien Bruggeman, Peter Charalambous, Abcnews.com
The White House's new policy for preserving presidential records risks allowing the Trump administration to "unlawfully destroy important records," Senate Democrats warn.
Apr 30, 2026, 9:05 AM
A $16 billion OpenAI and Oracle data center could decide whether Michigan power bills go up or stay put
Ellen Thomas, Business Insider
Oracle and OpenAI's Michigan data center could generate $300M in savings, DTE Energy says, impacting electricity rates.
Apr 30, 2026, 9:00 AM
After lackluster tour turnout, Turning Point wraps things up with excited crowd in Idaho
Saige Miller, NPR
The final stop on Turning Point USA's college campus tour at the University of Idaho seemed more like the organization's previous events, with audience member debates and an energetic, young crowd.
Apr 30, 2026, 9:00 AM
These fans are boycotting the World Cup. Will they make it a bust?
Rafael Nam, NPR
Some fans in the U.S. and around the world are unhappy with World Cup ticket prices — and U.S. immigration policies. So they're deciding not to come, raising concerns across the travel industry.
Apr 30, 2026, 9:00 AM
Saudi Arabia To Stop Funding LIV Golf – Report
Jesse Whittock, Deadline
The future of LIV Golf has been thrown in doubt after a report that Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) will stop financing the tour. According to the BBC, the multi-billion dollar backing will be withdrawn at the end of current season, potentially po…
Apr 30, 2026, 8:56 AM
Pakistan opens up road trade routes into Iran amid Hormuz blockade
Abid Hussain, Al Jazeera English
With shipping disrupted by US-Iran tensions, Islamabad activates overland corridor to move stranded cargo into Iran.
Apr 30, 2026, 8:44 AM
Iran war: What’s happening on day 62 as Trump asks Iran to ‘give up’?
Elizabeth Melimopoulos, Al Jazeera English
Trump says the US blockade of Iranian ports is working, urging Tehran to 'give up' amid tensions.
Apr 30, 2026, 7:30 AM
Could the US-Iran war become a protracted ‘frozen’ conflict?
Federica Marsi, Al Jazeera English
In the absence of a permanent deal, the war between the US and Iran is becoming one of attrition despite huge costs.
Apr 30, 2026, 7:03 AM
Why is India turning to crocodiles and snakes to ‘fence’ Bangladesh border?
Yashraj Sharma, Al Jazeera English
India wants to the border with Bangladesh badly — even if it takes venomous snakes or crocodiles.
Apr 30, 2026, 5:58 AM
Trump says he is weighing reducing American troop presence in Germany after Iran feud
The Associated Press, NPR
President Trump suggested he could soon reduce the U.S. military presence in Germany as he continues to feud with Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the U.S-Israel war against Iran.
Apr 30, 2026, 5:41 AM
Can the EU’s Article 42.7 offer Europe NATO-like collective defence?
Caolán Magee, Al Jazeera English
Several European leaders have called for a discussion on using the bloc's own mutual assistant clause amid US tensions
Apr 30, 2026, 5:23 AM
Oil prices soar on fears of long supply disruption, US siege of Iran ports
Al Jazeera Staff, Al Jazeera English
US President Trump meets with oil firms over ways to minimise impact on fuel supplies amid US blockade of Iranian ports.
Apr 30, 2026, 4:06 AM