Trump’s Portrayal of the War in Iran Collides With Reality

President Trump is confronting a crisis that is not bending to his narrative of a “pretty reasonable” new regime in Iran and all-but-assured U.S. victory.

Hegseth Says U.S. Is Poised to Resume Combat if Talks Fail

Stocks Extend Rally and Oil Prices Stabilize as Investor Optimism Grows

In the House, Republican Plans Go Awry Amid Party Divides

Fresh off a two-week break, lawmakers returned to turmoil in the House, where legislation to reopen the Department of Homeland Security is stalled.

China’s G.D.P. Is Stronger Than Expected, Led by Infrastructure Investments

A steep slide in housing prices has left consumers less willing to spend, but the government is pouring money into new rail lines and other projects.

Trump Again Offers Conflicting Signals on War’s End

President Trump told Fox Business that the war was “close to over.” Iran threatened to expand its influence over shipping routes if a U.S. blockade continued.

Ship ‘Spoofing’ in Strait of Hormuz May Compound Confusion

Trump’s Blockade Risks Upending an Emerging Détente With China

In a thinly veiled critique of President Trump and the war in Iran, Xi Jinping said the world could not risk reverting “to the law of the jungle.”

How China’s Weapons Transfers to Iran Have Evolved Over Decades

JD Vance Says the Pope Should Be More Careful When Talking About Theology

The vice president, who is Catholic, took issue with Pope Leo XIV’s statement that disciples of Christ never side with “those who once wielded the sword and today drop bombs.”

State of U.S. Blockade Is Unclear as Some Ships Transit Strait of Hormuz

Ship-tracking data showed that several vessels, including some that had been docked at Iranian ports, had moved through the strait as the U.S. military began its blockade.

U.S. and Iran Trade Proposals on Nuclear Restrictions

A Divided America Processes a War That Trump Has Scarcely Explained

As the war in Iran extends into its seventh week and a truce feels shaky, many Americans expressed bewilderment about a conflict that came with little warning.

At a House Republican’s New York Event, Flashes of an Iran Backlash

MAGA Absorbs the Loss of Orban, a Kindred Spirit to Trump’s Movement

Viktor Orban, the Hungarian prime minister, and his right-wing playbook were embraced by parts of the American right. Now some are worried by his defeat.

Oil Climbs Back Above $100 as U.S. Plans Blockade of Parts of Hormuz

The U.S. said it would block ships entering or exiting Iranian ports or coastal areas starting at 10 a.m. Eastern today.

How Iran, Suffering Under Sanctions, Diversified Its Economy

Israelis Don’t Feel Much Like Victors in War With Iran

The regime in Iran has not changed and the nuclear and missile threats have not been eliminated, leaving many Israelis to wonder what this was all for.

Pope Says He Has ‘No Fear’ After President’s Attack

Pope Leo XIV said he was unafraid of the Trump administration, hours after President Trump lashed out at the pontiff on social media, calling him too liberal and “weak on crime.”

Orban’s Loss in Hungary Is a Big Moment for the E.U.

Prime Minister Viktor Orban has stymied the European Union for years. With the victory of Hungary’s opposition party, that could begin to change.

Election Result Removes Ukraine’s Biggest Nemesis in Europe

Viktor Orban’s pro-Moscow tilt cemented his reputation in Kyiv as a spoiler. Now, Ukraine hopes a 90-billion-euro loan he blocked will be disbursed.

U.S. and Iran Fail to Agree on Peace Deal

Top Iranian Negotiator Suggests Further Talks Are Possible

Vice President JD Vance said that a marathon session of negotiations had failed to immediately produce an agreement to end the war.

Control of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s Uranium Stockpiles Were Sticking Points

The U.S. had demanded that Iran immediately reopen the strait, but Iran said it would do so only after a final peace deal, according to Iranian officials.

Israel Launches New Attacks in Lebanon, Days Ahead of Rare Direct Talks

Israel’s campaign targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon has been a source of tension in the U.S.-Iran cease-fire. Israeli and Lebanese officials plan to meet for rare talks in Washington this week.

Many Polls Say Orban Will Lose. But He Has an Edge Even Before Voting Begins.

Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s party has repeatedly tweaked Hungary’s electoral system to its advantage, making Sunday’s vote free, but not entirely fair.

U.S. and Iran Begin Peace Talks, Iranian Media Says

The exact format of the talks in Pakistan was unclear. The White House declined to comment about Vice President JD Vance’s potential meetings with the Iranians.

U.S. Intelligence Shows China Taking a More Active Role in Iran War

China may have recently sent a shipment of shoulder-fired missiles to Iran for its conflict with the U.S. and Israel, American officials said.

Artemis II Splashdown Gives NASA Momentum in Renewed Moon Race

The astronauts — three Americans and one Canadian — captivated the world with their historic mission.

Another Giant Leap Reminds Us How Small We Are

A mission that took four astronauts farther than any human has ever traveled has made people feel a little trippy.

With Iran Setting Limits, Strait of Hormuz Remains Thorny Politically

Even after a cease-fire, Iran is keeping a chokehold on traffic, forcing countries to cut deals that could put them at odds with the U.S.

Israel Strikes Hezbollah as Lebanon Impasse Threatens Cease-Fire

Israel said it would continue striking the Iran-backed militia. Iran said it would not attend talks with the U.S. in Pakistan if the truce was not extended to Lebanon.

NATO Labors to Avoid Becoming Another Casualty of the War in Iran

President Trump is citing European nations’ unwillingness to back the U.S. in the war as a reason to scale back or abandon the alliance. And he still wants Greenland.

Trump Lashes Out at Prominent Conservatives Over War Criticism

In a social media post, President Trump attacked Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly, and criticized the editorial board of The Wall Street Journal.

Inflation Data to Show Price Effects of Iran War

The Consumer Price Index for March will reflect the rising costs for energy and other goods affected by disruptions from the conflict in the Middle East.

New Deadline Looms for U.S. and Iran as Truce Wavers

Fractures were already emerging in the limited cease-fire. Vice President JD Vance will lead a U.S. delegation in talks this weekend.

Israeli Strikes in Lebanon Threaten Shaky U.S.-Iran Cease-Fire

Israeli forces killed more than 200 people in strikes against Hezbollah on Wednesday. Top European diplomats called for Lebanon to be included in the cease-fire.

What to Know About the U.S.-Iran Cease-Fire

The two-week truce agreement already seems to be on shaky ground over two issues, the Strait of Hormuz and the status of Lebanon.

Once ‘Ultra MAGA’, Trump Supporters Fume About Iran on Truth Social

A growing chorus of disaffected Trump supporters is sounding off in the replies to his posts on the social media platform he founded.

Democrats Embrace a Four-Letter Word

In person, on social media and in campaign ads, Democratic politicians are swearing with glee. It is usually aimed at President Trump.

Fragile Cease-Fire Takes Hold as Both Sides Claim Victory

International relief was tempered by uncertainty over what comes next. Israel declared its support for the two-week truce between the U.S. and Iran, but said it had launched the largest wave of strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon since the war began.

International Relief Is Tempered by Uncertainty

Trump Finds His Offramp With Iran, but the War’s Causes Remain Unresolved

Even as They Praise Iran Cease-Fire, World Leaders Are Whipsawed by Trump

Across Europe and the globe, the war has damaged economies, roiled politics and underscored a lack of options in dealing with President Trump’s whims.

As Trump Ultimatum Looms, Iran Vows to Respond Harshly

Iran said it would respond “crushingly” if President Trump carried out his threats to strike power plants and bridges. An Israeli strike killed an Iranian intelligence chief overnight.

Trump Says Iran Proposal Isn’t Enough to Stop Attacks on Bridges and Power Plants

Newly Obtained Video of Minneapolis Shooting Undermines ICE Account

Prosecutors did not watch video of the nonfatal shooting until weeks after charging the wounded man, an official said.

Pakistan Says It Hit a Military Target. Investigations Suggest It Was a Rehab Center.

After the deadliest attack in Afghanistan since the Taliban took over, families searched among photos and remains for signs of their relatives.

Ukraine Ramps Up Attacks on Russian Oil, Aiming to Curb Iran War Windfall

As the Persian Gulf conflict boosts the oil revenue that finances Moscow’s war against Ukraine, Kyiv’s forces are striking at Russia’s ability to refine and ship its crude.