Netanyahu and Trump to Meet with Focus on Iran Conflict
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House today. Their discussion will center on the ongoing Iran war, as support for the conflict has waned within Israel and among the U.S. public. Netanyahu’s relationship with Trump has been strained, highlighted by a previous heated exchange where Trump reportedly insulted the Israeli leader.
Their face-to-face meeting follows concerns raised by lawmakers over how the war has been managed and the Defense Department’s request for additional funding. Congress is being asked to approve a supplemental $67 billion to boost weapons production and expedite delivery. Meanwhile, President Trump is also slated to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Washington to address issues related to the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Washington Bids Farewell to Sen. Lindsey Graham
Funeral services for Sen. Lindsey Graham are underway in Washington, D.C. Events include tributes from Trump, U.S. officials, and leaders like Netanyahu and Zelenskyy. Graham’s casket will be carried by military personnel before a U.S. Capitol Police memorial guard takes over in honor of his military service. A private ceremony will occur inside the Capitol’s rotunda, followed by an invitation-only service at Washington National Cathedral.
Tomorrow, services will continue in South Carolina. Coverage and updates are available all day.
More Politics News:
- Mitch McConnell’s office shared a health update, noting ongoing “intense physical therapy” for the senator.
- James Comey’s attorneys have requested dismissal of a case against him, citing “common sense.”
- ICE plans increased arrests and deportations of Haitian immigrants as their Temporary Protected Status expires.
- Trump wants former special counsel Jack Smith prosecuted, though this presents significant legal challenges.
Major Earthquake Strikes Southern Japan
Southern Japan was hit by a powerful earthquake today. The quake, which affected Kumamoto Prefecture on Kyushu Island, trapped people, derailed a train, and injured dozens. Local fire officials reported people trapped in a regional mall, where an explosion occurred. The AEON Mall suffered collapsed ceilings and facade damage.
The Japan Meteorological Agency reported the quake at a magnitude of 7.1, with a depth of 10 kilometers, the highest level on the seismic intensity scale. A tsunami advisory for the Ariake and Yatsushiro Seas was issued but later lifted. Damage is widespread; NHK reports collapsed houses and numerous injuries. A derailed train and a small fire at a plant were also documented.
Additional updates are available on the live blog.
Influencer Faced Violence Before Death
Social media influencer Sara Gilson, allegedly killed by her estranged husband after accusing him of pedophilia, sought protection orders against him for years. Court records from Tulsa County, Oklahoma, indicate she filed multiple applications for protective orders against Jeremiah Shawn Duffey. Gilson cited incidents like discovering a “hidden camera” as part of her claims, though previous cases were dismissed due to her absence at hearings. Both Gilson and Duffey were found dead recently with gunshot wounds.
Read more on this developing story.
Justice Revelations: Duncan’s Freedom
Following three decades of reporting on wrongful convictions, a USB drive has revealed unexpected evidence in Jimmie “Chris” Duncan’s case. Convicted in 1998 for the death of a toddler, Duncan was sentenced to death based on bite marks. However, new video footage shows expert Dr. Michael West creating these marks. Duncan, whose conviction was recently vacated, is free and aiming to rebuild his life.
This legal story speaks to broader issues across the justice system, exposing injustices faced by Duncan and others wrongly imprisoned.
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Breaking Updates:
- A key witness in David “Davey” Hearn’s case against Olympic canoeist testified that pool damage predated Hearn’s visit.
- A 15-year-old arrested for shooting at a Seattle festival allegedly fired into the crowd amid a fight.
- Bryan Kohberger, convicted of killing four Idaho students, seeks to challenge his conviction.
- A Secret Service agent arrested in Florida for college hazing with serious consequences.
- Singer D4vd faces trial following allegations concerning a fatal shooting incident.
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