The U.S. military continues the blockade of Iranian ports. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Commander Admiral Brad Cooper reported that the U.S. military intercepted Iranian cruise missiles and drones…
Read MorePersian Gulf
Treasury Secretary Outlines Potential Sanctions on China for Financial Support to Iran
The economic pressure on Iran contributed to the reopening of the Hormuz Strait. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discussed the “secondary sanctions“ the United States has threatened to impose…
Read More
President Trump Threatens Tariffs on China for Aid to Iran
The Chinese were reportedly planning to ship weapons to the Iranian regime. President Donald Trump said he would raise tariffs on China to 50 percent if they provided…
Read More
President Trump Calls for Iran to Unconditionally Surrender
He says that is the only way talks will take place. President Donald Trump said that talks will occur with Iran only if the regime unconditionally surrenders as…
Read More
President Trump Orders Risk Insurance for Tankers Transiting the Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. Development Finance Corporation is to provide insurance and guarantees. President Donald Trump announced a plan to secure the transit of oil tankers through the Strait of…
Read More
USS Gerald Ford Aircraft Carrier Deployed Ahead of Schedule
The vessel is expected to head to the Mediterranean. The U.S. Navy deployed the USS Gerald Ford Carrier Strike Group yesterday ahead of its scheduled journey as President…
Read More
VA Promotes Healthcare Enrollment with Email, Text Campaign
The department seeks to reach over 1 million veterans who are not yet enrolled. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) launched an awareness campaign this month, sending emails…
Read MoreUSS Eisenhower Strike Group Headed to Persian Gulf
The group was rerouted by the Pentagon from its Eastern Mediterranean destination. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announced the U.S. is deploying the aircraft carrier USS Eisenhower and…
Read More
VA Considers Addition of 3 Cancers to Toxic Exposure List
The department is reviewing the conditions for possible coverage under the PACT Act. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is reviewing whether three additional types of cancer should…
Read More
VA Secretary Promotes Summer VetFest
Department launches public awareness campaign to get veterans signed up for retroactive benefits before August deadline. The Department of Veterans Affairs has launched Summer VetFest to raise awareness…
Read More