Timeline: Trump’s ultimatums for Iran over the Strait of Hormuz

Since the war began in February, President Donald Trump has set a series of deadlines threatening escalation of the conflict in Iran over reopening the Strait of Hormuz, only to back off just before they expire.

Trump agrees to suspend 'bombing and attack' of Iran for 2 weeks

President Donald Trump has agreed to suspend “bombing and attack of Iran" for two weeks following a conversation with Pakistan's prime minister on Tuesday.

'War crime actions:' Metro Detroit Iranians react to President Trump's threat in Iran War

Will President Donald Trump make good on his promise to wipe out an entire civilization? Mr. Trump says the deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is today at 8 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, and that’s got many Iranians living in metro Detroit speaking out.

Americans in Middle East: How to get assistance from the State Department

Americans in the Middle East can get safety updates, travel help and evacuation guidance from the U.S. State Department amid rising tensions with Iran.

US military assets in the Middle East: Ships, planes, and 50,000 American troops

The Pentagon’s build up of U.S. military assets in the Middle East, the largest in decades, began in late January as tensions with Iran started escalating. 

Why Kharg Island matters to Iran, and why the U.S. is targeting it

While the Strait of Hormuz has played a key role in the conflict with Iran, a small island hundreds of miles deeper into the Persian Gulf has emerged as one of the most high-profile potential targets for the United States. 

What to know about the Strait of Hormuz—and why it matters

The Strait of Hormuz—a narrow, 21-mile-wide passage connecting the Persian Gulf to global shipping lanes—has emerged as the focal point of a major geopolitical crisis.

Rubio revokes visas, green cards of Iranian nationals linked to regime

The Trump administration has revoked the green cards and visas of at least four Iranian nationals with ties to the current or former Iranian government.

Trump details daring rescue of downed US airman in Iran

President Donald Trump said the U.S. carried out a large-scale military operation to rescue a downed airman in Iran.

Iran and US receive proposal for 45-day ceasefire, reopening of Strait of Hormuz

The war between the U.S. and Iran continued into Monday, with fighting ongoing amid President Donald Trump’s threat to hit Iran's infrastructure if it doesn't reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

What is the 25th Amendment? Trump criticized over Easter Iran message

Several lawmakers are saying President Trump’s Easter message about Iran is cause for his removal, and want the 25th Amendment invoked. Here’s what to know about the procedure.

Inside the daring rescue of airman behind enemy lines: How CIA assisted with 'deception campaign'

The daring U.S. military rescue of a seriously wounded airman is being hailed as an American success story, as President Donald Trump announced "we got him!" and detailed the "AMAZING show of bravery and talent," turning a potential American setback into a show of might.

Missing F-15 airman rescued after jet downed in Iran, Trump says

A U.S. service member who went missing after an F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down inside Iran has been rescued, President Donald Trump said in a social media post.

US loses military jets to enemy fire for first time in over 20 years, ret. general tells AP

The downing of American fighter jets in the skies over Iran this week marks the first time in decades that the United States lost a military warplane to enemy fire, according to a retired Air Force general.

Mortgage rates increasing again amid Iran war

The economic fallout from the war in Iran is driving up the cost of buying a home. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased this week to its highest level in nearly seven months - 6.46%.

Iran war latest: 2nd US military aircraft downed in war with Iran

The war with Iran continues into its sixth week, likely to extend for at least two more weeks with the Strait of Hormuz remaining a major focal point to a ceasefire.

2 US military planes downed in combat against Iran Friday: reports

A second U.S. military plane was reportedly shot down in combat against Iran Friday after an F-15E fighter jet crashed inside Iran, according to multiple reports.