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Trump Says Iran War ‘Near Completion’ As Markets Tumble, NATO Rift Deepens
Trump Says Iran War ‘Near Completion’ As Markets Tumble, NATO Rift Deepens
Thursday, April 2, 2026

U.S. President Donald J. Trump sought to play down global fears that the war in Iran is spiraling out of control, saying the conflict is “very close” to completion while warning of fresh U.S. strikes within weeks.

Iran, Hezbollah Launch Passover Barrage as Israelis Take Shelter Nationwide
Iran, Hezbollah Launch Passover Barrage as Israelis Take Shelter Nationwide
Thursday, April 2, 2026

Sirens echoed across central and northern Israel Wednesday evening as families gathered for Passover, when Iran unleashed a major ballistic missile barrage and Hezbollah fired rockets from Lebanon, forcing millions into bomb shelters during one of Judaism’s most sacred nights.

Drone Swarm Triggers Lockdown at U.S. Nuclear Bomber Base in Louisiana
Drone Swarm Triggers Lockdown at U.S. Nuclear Bomber Base in Louisiana
Thursday, April 2, 2026

A swarm of unauthorized drones prompted a temporary lockdown at Barksdale Air Force Base earlier this month, raising fresh concerns about the vulnerability of America’s most sensitive military installations amid rising global tensions.

Israel Continues Strikes on Iran as Passover Begins, IDF Reports Major Gains
Israel Continues Strikes on Iran as Passover Begins, IDF Reports Major Gains
Thursday, April 2, 2026

As Israel entered the sacred season of Passover, the Israel Defense Forces announced a sweeping continued campaign against Iran, citing significant progress in weakening the regime’s military infrastructure.

U.S. Strike Destroys Key Iranian Bridge as Trump Urges Deal, Iran Threatens Retaliation
U.S. Strike Destroys Key Iranian Bridge as Trump Urges Deal, Iran Threatens Retaliation
Thursday, April 2, 2026

A major bridge near Tehran collapsed following reported U.S. airstrikes, escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran as Donald Trump warned Iran to negotiate before further destruction unfolds.

Strong Earthquake Hits Indonesia’s Molucca Sea Region, Triggers Tsunami Alerts
Strong Earthquake Hits Indonesia’s Molucca Sea Region, Triggers Tsunami Alerts
Thursday, April 2, 2026

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Indonesia’s Northern Molucca Sea region early Thursday, prompting tsunami warnings, panic among residents, and initial reports of casualties and damage, officials said.

Christian Town In Syria Targeted Ahead Of Easter As Violence Escalates
Christian Town In Syria Targeted Ahead Of Easter As Violence Escalates
Thursday, April 2, 2026

Christians in central Syria faced a tense Easter weekend after their town was targeted by armed Muslim men, with residents watching in horror as church property, homes, shops, a café, and cars were damaged, residents said.

Trump Announces Bondi’s Departure as Attorney General, Blanche Named Acting Head of DOJ
Trump Announces Bondi’s Departure as Attorney General, Blanche Named Acting Head of DOJ
Thursday, April 2, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump announced Thursday that Pam Bondi will step down as U.S. attorney general, marking a significant leadership transition at the Department of Justice.

National Debt Over 4x Greater Than Reported, Accounting Group Says
National Debt Over 4x Greater Than Reported, Accounting Group Says
Thursday, April 2, 2026

The U.S. Treasury says the national debt is roughly $39 trillion, but a nonpartisan accounting group estimates that the true number is $170.3 trillion.

U.S. Embassy Urges Immediate Evacuation from Iraq Amid Imminent Terror Threat
U.S. Embassy Urges Immediate Evacuation from Iraq Amid Imminent Terror Threat
Thursday, April 2, 2026

The United States Embassy in Baghdad issued an urgent security alert Thursday, warning American citizens to leave Iraq immediately due to credible threats of attacks by Iran-aligned terrorist militias within the next 24 to 48 hours.