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First Thing: Tensions rise over Hormuz as Trump threatens to blow Iran ‘off the face of the earth’
The launch of ‘Project Freedom’ in the strait of Hormuz has brought the region back to the brink of full-scale war. Plus: The electoral battle for CongressGood morning.Donald Trump has again raised the stakes in the Gulf region with the Monday launch of “Project Freedom” to open a route through the strait of Hormuz. More than 800 ships and roughly 20,000 crew members remain stranded in the region.Have any vessels made it out of the strait? US Central Command (Centcom) said two US-flagged merchan...
Russian troops use Krasnopol munitions against Ukrainian reinforced concrete strongholds
According to the report, the enemy's strongpoints consisted of several capsules connected by corridors
U.S. insists Iran ceasefire not over despite attacks in Strait of Hormuz
BREAKING NEWSUpdated an hour agoIran warIran warU.S. insists Iran ceasefire not over despite attacks in Strait of HormuzIran has “not even begun yet” in the standoff over the critical waterway, a top official warned Tuesday, after Tehran attacked ships that were part of the new American "Project Freedom." Trump said Tuesday evening that the operation was being paused.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00 body:has(.jw-flag-floating) .article-hero__container, body:has(.jw-...
U.S.-Iran ceasefire tested as U.S. guides ships through Strait of Hormuz
Live Live Updates: Iran ceasefire, control over Strait of Hormuz tested as U.S. guides ships through Iranian fire By Tucker Reals Tucker Reals Editor Tucker Reals is CBSNews.com's foreign editor, based in the CBS News London bureau. He has worked for CBS News since 2006, prior to which he worked for The Associated Press in Washington, D.C., and London. Read Full Bio Tucker Reals May 5, 2026 / 6:21 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google What to know about the Iran war today:U.S. Navy destroyers...
Truce in tatters? What to know as US–Iran tensions flare in Hormuz, Gulf states hit
Dubai: The fragile truce between the United States and Iran is showing clear signs of strain, with fresh strikes in and around the Strait of Hormuz raising fears of a return to open conflict. What was meant to be a temporary ceasefire to enable negotiations now looks increasingly unstable, as both sides trade accusations — and, increasingly, firepower. Washington says Iranian missiles, drones and fast boats targeted its naval forces and commercial shipping, while Tehran insists it only issued wa...
US president slams Zelensky’s behavior during Oval Office moment as 'aggressive'
Donald Trump still noted that that he had always got along with Vladimir Zelensky
Zack Polanski's popularity slumps amid backlash at criticism of police over Golders Green attack
Zack Polanski's popularity slumps amid backlash at criticism of police over Golders Green attackBy JAMES TAPSFIELD, UK POLITICAL EDITOR Published: 11:13, 5 May 2026 | Updated: 11:13, 5 May 2026 e-mail View comments
SIR, yes SIR: How voter deletions impacted West Bengal elections
West Bengal witnessed a significant political shift as the BJP formed its first government, largely influenced by the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. This exercise, which removed nearly 12% of voters, disproportionately affected minority communities and became a central, contentious issue, reshaping voting trends and contributing to the BJP's surge across the state.
Amit Shah named Bengal observer as BJP brainstorms chief minister pick
Amit Shah named Bengal observer as BJP brainstorms chief minister pick
US attempt to open Strait of Hormuz tests fragile Iran war ceasefire
NewsWorldEuropeUS attempt to open Strait of Hormuz tests fragile Iran war ceasefireThe Iran war risks reigniting after the U.S. tried to force open the Strait of Hormuz for commercial shipping, firing on Iranian forces and sinking six small boats targeting shipsAdam Schreck & Elena BecatorosTuesday 05 May 2026 11:10 BSTBookmarkBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmar...
Ballroom blitz: Trump bombards Truth Social with posts pushing for his beloved White House event space
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsBallroom blitz: Trump bombards Truth Social with posts pushing for his beloved White House event spacePresident Donald Trump remains fixated on his under-construction social venue, work on which has been stalled by a lawsuit, posting a series of demands from conservatives that it be completedJoe Sommerlad Tuesday 05 May 2026 11:10 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"S...
Can Indiana lawmakers win after defying the president’s vote?
Seven Republican state senators battle for re-election against candidates backed by Donald TrumpIndiana voters go to the polls today in a test of the Republican party’s staying power after the party’s state lawmakers resisted Donald Trump’s bruising campaign to pressure them into redrawing the congressional districts.The vote has turned into a statewide referendum on political retribution. Continue reading...
What to know about Tuesday's primaries in Ohio and Indiana
Voters are going to the polls Tuesday in Ohio and Indiana — in the Buckeye State, they'll be casting ballots in Senate, House and governor's primary races, while Hoosiers will weigh in on House and state races.
From Truth Social to court: Groups challenging Trump get help from his posts
Politics From Truth Social to judicial decisions: Groups challenging Trump's actions get help from his posts By Melissa Quinn Melissa Quinn Senior Reporter, Politics Melissa Quinn is a senior reporter for CBSNews.com, where she covers U.S. politics, with a focus on the Supreme Court and federal courts. Read Full Bio Melissa Quinn May 5, 2026 / 6:00 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Washington — As Justice Department lawyers work to defend President Trump's second-term policies in sc...
How U.S. Soccer’s decades-long dream of a national training center became reality
Cindy Parlow Cone touched down in Atlanta on Aug. 11, 2022, with a vision for the future of U.S. Soccer and a playbook for her high-stakes meeting with the billionaire who could bring it to life.Parlow Cone, the U.S. Soccer Federation’s president, wanted to build a first-of-its-kind national training center. But so had her predecessors. The dream dated back decades and, to many, felt unaffordable or far-fetched.Advertisement
Brazil Nears Its China Beef Quota in Big Shift for Trade Flows
The world’s top beef exporter Brazil is close to reaching its annual quota for shipments to its biggest buyer China, a situation that’s set to redraw trade flows at a time when global consumers are facing higher meat prices.
'Anga, Banga, Kalinga': BJP completes eastern arc with Bengal victory
The BJP has achieved a significant milestone by securing a victory in West Bengal in 2026, completing its symbolic arc across eastern India with control in Bihar, Bengal, and Odisha. This win consolidates a long-standing political project, marking a sharp turnaround for the party after a Lok Sabha setback and expanding its national reach.
Millions given £441 payouts they weren't entitled to as claims increase
The number of claims is expected to increase by almost a quarter and just 18 per cent are rejected
Why was the West Bengal verdict set in stone?
What began in 2011 as a movement against the Left Front’s stagnation had, by 2026, come full circle. Mamata Banerjee had once represented disruption and hope. Over time, her regime became associated with a different vocabulary. Words like “cut money”, “syndicate control”, and “tolabazi” became shorthand for everyday governance failures. This was not merely opposition rhetoric, it was a lived experience. From construction projects to small household repairs, local syndicates were perceived to con...
Incidents involving Ukrainian UAVs over Finland unacceptable, defense minister says
"The Ukrainian side must plan its operations so as to minimize the risk of drones accidentally entering Finnish territory," Antti Hakkanen said