U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that any renewed attack on Qatar’s energy facilities would trigger a severe response. Writing on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump stated that if Iran refrains from attacking Qatar, Israel will not strike the South Pars gas field. However, he cautioned that if such attacks resume, the entire South Pars field could be destroyed with unprecedented force.

Trump added that he does not wish to authorize such violence due to its long-term impact on Iran’s future, but he would not hesitate if Qatar’s LNG infrastructure is targeted again. He also clarified that neither the United States nor Qatar had prior knowledge of Israel’s earlier strike on the South Pars gas field.

According to Trump, Israel will not conduct further attacks on the field unless Iran decides to assault Qatar. The statements were reported by Al Jazeera and reflect heightened tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the United States over regional energy security.

Civil rights icon Dolores Huerta has publicly accused her late colleague and labor leader Cesar Chavez of sexual violence, joining several other women who shared similar experiences. In a statement released Wednesday, Huerta said she decided to speak out after being contacted for a New York Times investigation that uncovered allegations of abuse involving minors as young as 12. Huerta, now nearly 96, said she had kept silent for six decades to protect the farmworker movement she helped build with Chavez, who co-founded the National Farm Workers Association and died in 1993.

The New York Times report included accounts from multiple women describing sexual abuse by Chavez, including Huerta’s claim that she was manipulated and later raped by him, resulting in pregnancies she kept secret. Other women, including Ana Murguia, Debra Rojas, and Esmeralda Lopez, also described assaults or coercion by Chavez when they were minors or young adults. The United Farm Workers, which evolved from the organization Chavez co-founded, announced it would not participate in Cesar Chavez Day events and pledged to create an independent reporting channel for survivors.

Lawmakers from both parties called for Chavez’s name to be removed from public honors, describing the revelations as shocking and a betrayal of civil rights values.

US President Donald Trump has expressed opposition to any new attacks on Iran’s energy installations following Israel’s strike on the South Pars gas field facilities. The Wall Street Journal, citing US officials, reported that Trump’s stance became clear after the Israeli operation took place on Wednesday.

According to the report, Trump had initially supported the strike to send a strong message to Tehran after Iran allegedly attempted to disrupt navigation in the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. With that objective achieved, he now opposes any further military action against Iranian energy infrastructure.

However, the report noted that Trump’s position is not final. If Tehran again obstructs movement through the Strait of Hormuz, he may authorize renewed targeting of Iran’s energy sites.

The United States Navy’s nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford, described as the world’s largest and most advanced, is en route to Greece for repairs following damage caused by a recent fire. A US official confirmed the information to CBS News, noting that the fire began in a laundry room and injured two sailors who have since received medical treatment.

According to Reuters, citing two US officials, the carrier is currently in the Red Sea and will be taken to Souda Bay port on the Greek island of Crete for maintenance. The BBC reported that it took more than 30 hours to bring the fire under control after it broke out in the ship’s laundry section, leaving at least two sailors injured.

The incident has temporarily sidelined one of the US Navy’s most powerful vessels as it undergoes necessary repairs in Greece.

US President Donald Trump has warned that he could destroy what remains of Iran and hand over responsibility for the Strait of Hormuz to the countries that use it. He issued the warning on Wednesday in a post on his social media platform Truth Social, saying the United States no longer needs the vital waterway for global oil supply.

The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s key oil transit routes. Trump suggested that transferring its control to other nations would push America’s inactive allies to act faster. Iran has maintained that the strait remains open but has warned that ships from US and Israeli allies will not be allowed to pass if attacks continue. Reports indicate that tankers from India, Turkey, and Pakistan have crossed the strait with Iran’s permission since the conflict began.

Following reports of an attack on one of Iran’s major natural gas facilities, crude oil prices rose above $108 per barrel. Despite Trump’s repeated calls, most NATO and Asian allies have declined to send warships to the area, except South Korea, which said it would consider the request.

The U.S. aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford is returning to port for repairs after a fire broke out in its laundry section, injuring at least two sailors. According to Bloomberg, citing U.S. officials, the nuclear-powered carrier is being moved from the Red Sea to Souda Bay in Greece for maintenance. The incident occurred as tensions between the United States and Iran remain high.

The report added that the U.S. Navy spokesperson did not disclose details about the extent of the damage or the current positions of the guided missile destroyers accompanying the carrier. However, one official confirmed that other ships in the Ford Strike Group will continue their operations in the Red Sea. The fire took more than 30 hours to bring under control.

The USS Gerald R. Ford, weighing nearly 100,000 tons and carrying over 4,000 sailors, had previously stopped at Souda Bay before heading to the Red Sea in late February.

US Senator Bernie Sanders stated that the United States has spent a total of 22.8 billion dollars on the ongoing war in Iran. He argued that this amount could have been used for various humanitarian purposes instead of warfare. Sanders shared a brief list outlining potential humanitarian uses for the funds in a post on social media.

The statement highlights Sanders’ continued criticism of US military spending and his emphasis on redirecting resources toward social and humanitarian needs. His post comes amid broader discussions about the human and financial costs of the Iran conflict and the global implications of prolonged military engagement.

The disclosure adds to ongoing debates within the United States about defense expenditures and priorities, particularly as international efforts for ceasefire in the Middle East continue.

U.S. President Donald Trump has hinted at making Venezuela the 51st state of the United States. The remark came after Venezuela defeated Italy in the World Baseball Classic. Trump made the comment in a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, where he praised Venezuela’s performance and jokingly suggested the idea of statehood.

According to the report, Trump, during his second term in office, has previously threatened to take control of several countries and regions, including Greenland and Canada. His latest comment followed Venezuela’s 4–2 win over Italy, which advanced the team to the semifinals of the tournament.

The post, which appeared celebratory in tone, drew attention for its political undertone, as Trump questioned what was behind Venezuela’s recent success before suggesting it could become the 51st state.

U.S. President Donald Trump has postponed his much-anticipated visit to China due to the ongoing war with Iran, which Washington currently considers its top priority. Speaking to reporters at the Oval Office on Tuesday, Trump said new dates for the meeting are being arranged in coordination with Beijing, adding that China has no objection. The visit, originally scheduled for March 31 to April 2 in Beijing, is now expected to take place about five or six weeks later.

The postponement comes as the Iran war enters its third week, with the Strait of Hormuz nearly closed to global maritime traffic. China’s Foreign Ministry confirmed that communication between Washington and Beijing regarding the visit remains active.

The planned discussions between Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping were expected to cover a wide range of issues, including trade tariffs, China’s export controls on rare minerals and magnets, U.S. relations with Taiwan, and China’s fentanyl exports.

U.S. President Donald Trump’s Iran policy has become increasingly chaotic and controversial, with the conflict in the Strait of Hormuz turning into a prolonged and complex confrontation. Analysts say the situation is evolving into Trump’s own version of the Vietnam War, marked by confusion, shifting narratives, and a lack of clear objectives. Initial expectations of a quick victory and minimal market disruption have collapsed, leading to energy market instability and global concern.

Inside the administration, confusion persists over the war’s purpose. Trump alternates between calling it a short-term operation and acknowledging it as a full-scale war. His secretary of state, Marco Rubio, cited potential Iranian threats, which Trump later denied, while the Pentagon confirmed no immediate threat intelligence. Trump’s inconsistent statements about regime change and negotiations have added to policy uncertainty.

Domestically, political pressure is rising as Congress demands hearings on the war’s rationale and management. Analysts warn that prolonged conflict, economic strain, and international criticism could weaken Trump’s political standing and push the situation beyond his control.

US President Donald Trump has again expressed dissatisfaction with NATO allies, threatening them for not helping reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking to reporters at the Oval Office on Tuesday, Trump called NATO’s decision not to assist the United States in its military operation in Iran a “very foolish mistake.” The remarks came as the Iran war entered its third week amid a continuing US-Israel conflict.

According to the report, Iran has been targeting commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz since the start of the US-Israel war last month, nearly halting oil exports. Trump criticized NATO members, particularly French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, accusing them of failing to provide meaningful support. He repeated his claim that the British leader is “not Winston Churchill.”

The report notes that Trump has made little effort to build international consensus for the war, while NATO allies have made clear they do not wish to be drawn into the conflict. Analysts suggest his confrontational approach could further isolate the US and Israel in their fight against Iran.

Joe Kent, Director of the United States National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), has resigned, declaring his opposition to the ongoing war against Iran. Kent, appointed to the position in July of the previous year, announced his decision on social media platform X, stating that his conscience prevents him from supporting the conflict.

In his resignation letter to President Trump, Kent wrote that Iran poses no imminent threat to the United States and claimed the war began under pressure from Israel and its American lobby. He reaffirmed his support for Trump’s earlier foreign policy principles, emphasizing that Middle Eastern wars have drained American lives and resources. Drawing from his military background, Kent noted that he had served in 11 wars and lost his wife, Shannon, in a conflict he described as driven by Israeli interests.

Kent concluded that he could not support sending future generations to fight and die in a war that brings no benefit to the American people and cannot be justified even by sacrifice.

Joe Kent, director of the United States National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), has resigned from his post, refusing to support the ongoing war with Iran. In his resignation letter to President Donald Trump, Kent stated that he could not accept the war and did not view Iran as a threat to the United States. He argued that the conflict was initiated under pressure from Israel and its American lobby.

Kent wrote that Iran posed no imminent danger to the nation and that the war was not justified. He also reflected on his personal experiences in war and the loss of his wife, saying his conscience no longer allowed him to support a conflict that brought no benefit to the American people. He emphasized that sending future generations to fight and die in such a war could not be morally defended.

The report, citing Al Jazeera, highlights Kent’s moral stance and his criticism of the political motivations behind the war decision.

Joe Kent, director of the United States National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), has resigned, declaring he cannot support the ongoing war against Iran. In a social media post, Kent said his conscience prevents him from backing the conflict. He was appointed to the position in July of the previous year.

In his resignation letter to President Trump, Kent wrote that Iran posed no imminent threat to the United States and claimed the war began under pressure from Israel and its American lobby. He reaffirmed his support for Trump’s earlier foreign policy principles, noting that by June 2025, Trump himself had recognized Middle Eastern wars as traps that cost American lives and resources.

Kent, a veteran who served in 11 wars, said he lost his wife Shannon in a conflict he described as created by Israel. He stated he could not support sending future generations to fight and die in a war that brings no benefit to the American people and cannot be justified even by sacrifice.

An Afghan national who had worked with US Special Forces for nearly a decade died in a Texas hospital shortly after being taken into custody by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Federal officials identified him as 41-year-old Mohammad Nazir Paktiwal, who was arrested on March 14 and reported dead the following morning after suffering breathing difficulties and chest pain during a medical exam at an ICE office in Dallas. ICE stated that he received medical care and that no detainee is denied treatment.

Authorities alleged Paktiwal had committed food assistance fraud and theft, and claimed no record of his military service existed. However, San Diego–based advocacy group Hashtag Afghan Evac rejected those claims, saying the government was avoiding accountability. Family members said Paktiwal was healthy before his detention and expressed confusion over his sudden death.

US Representative Julie Johnson questioned ICE’s handling of the case, citing past misinformation about detainees and demanding answers about why Paktiwal was detained and how he died. The Dallas County Medical Examiner has not yet determined the cause of death, and ICE confirmed the case remains under investigation.