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Trump says war with Iran will end soon as Tehran seeks deal amid sanctions and talks
US President Donald Trump said the war with Iran will end quickly and Iran is eager for a deal as diplomacy resumes alongside new sanctions.
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Joint US-Nigerian air strikes kill 175 Islamic State fighters, including key leader
US and Nigerian forces killed 175 Islamic State fighters, including top commander Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, in recent strikes in northeastern Nigeria.
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Iran submits new peace proposal to US through Pakistan amid Middle East war talks
Iran sent a new peace plan to the US via Pakistani mediation to end the Middle East war, prompting cautious diplomacy on May 20.
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DOJ Settlement Bars IRS from Auditing Trump and Related Entities on Tax Matters
A DOJ settlement on May 19, 2026, prevents the IRS from auditing or prosecuting Trump, his family, and affiliated businesses on prior tax issues.
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Former US Congressman Barney Frank, Architect of Dodd-Frank, Dies at 86
Barney Frank, former Massachusetts congressman and key author of the Dodd-Frank Act, died at 86 on May 19, 2026.
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US and Israel planned to install Ahmadinejad as Iran’s leader after killing Khamenei
The US and Israel planned to install Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as Iran’s leader after airstrikes killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on February 28, 2026.
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British Deputy Ambassador James Roscoe Leaves Washington Post Abruptly
James Roscoe left his role as British deputy ambassador to the US on May 20, 2026, with no official explanation given by the UK Foreign Office.
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Trump tours secure White House ballroom under construction amid $1B security funding dispute
President Trump toured the White House ballroom construction site May 19 as Congress resists $1 billion security funding.
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Trump-backed Ed Gallrein defeats incumbent Thomas Massie in Kentucky GOP primary
Ed Gallrein defeated seven-term incumbent Thomas Massie in Kentucky’s 4th district Republican primary Tuesday.
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US President Donald Trump to Attend June 2026 G7 Summit in France
President Donald Trump will attend the G7 leaders' summit in Evian-les-Bains, France from June 15 to 17, 2026.
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US charges former Cuban leader Raúl Castro over 1996 plane shootdown
The US indicted Raúl Castro and five others for the 1996 downing of two civilian planes that killed four people.
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Trump's approval falls to 34%-37% amid Iran war and rising fuel costs in May 2026
Donald Trump's approval rating dropped to near the lowest levels of his second term as war and economic issues sour voter support.
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US reduces Brigade Combat Teams in Europe from four to three, delaying Poland deployment
The US Department of Defense cut Brigade Combat Teams in Europe from four to three on May 19, 2026, delaying troop deployment to Poland.
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US and China negotiate extension of 2025 trade truce with tariff cuts and Boeing deal
The US and China are pursuing talks to extend their 2025 trade truce, including reciprocal tariff cuts and a major Boeing aircraft sale.
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US to cut military forces in NATO crisis pool, notify allies May 22 in Brussels
The US will announce a significant reduction in forces available for NATO’s crisis response at a May 22 meeting in Brussels.
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Andy Barr Wins Kentucky Republican Senate Primary to Succeed Mitch McConnell
US Rep. Andy Barr won the Republican nomination to fill Mitch McConnell's Senate seat in Kentucky on May 19, 2026.
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US-Iran Talks Show Cautious Progress Amid Disputes and Potential Military Plans
The US and Iran made slow progress in talks over nuclear and maritime issues while considering military options if diplomacy fails.
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US and Iran tentatively agree on 60-day ceasefire extension and negotiation framework
US and Iranian negotiators have tentatively agreed on extending their ceasefire by 60 days and beginning talks on Iran's nuclear program.
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US Senate advances war powers resolution to limit Trump’s Iran military actions
The US Senate voted 50-47 on May 19 to advance a resolution requiring President Trump to seek congressional approval for continued military action against Iran.
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Trump’s Board of Peace Reports Funding Gap in $70 Billion Gaza Reconstruction Plan
Trump’s Board of Peace reported a large gap between $17 billion pledged for Gaza reconstruction and actual funds disbursed.
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New Zealand tourist fined 500 euros for jumping into Rome's Trevi Fountain
A New Zealand tourist was fined 500 euros and banned after jumping fully clothed into Rome’s Trevi Fountain despite police orders.
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56-year-old woman dies after falling into uncovered manhole in Midtown Manhattan
Donike Gocaj died after falling about 3 meters into an uncovered manhole on Fifth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan on May 18, 2026.
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ICE Agent Christian Castro Charged for January Shooting of Venezuelan Immigrant in Minneapolis
ICE agent Christian Castro was charged with assault and false reporting for shooting Julio César Sosa-Celis during a January raid in Minneapolis.
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Trump Endorses Ken Paxton Over John Cornyn in Texas GOP Senate Runoff
President Donald Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate runoff against Senator John Cornyn.