US President Donald Trump
Trump declares the US controls Hormuz
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Mr. Trump declared that the US has controlled the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran accepts most of the US claims, and will transport 20 oil tankers.
Mr. Trump compares British warships to toys amidst NATO rift
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Mr. Trump expressed disappointment with the level of engagement of NATO allies in the Middle East and made frank comments about the British Navy.
US President continues to extend sanctions against Russia
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US President Donald Trump has just decided to extend some sanctions against Russia for another year based on allegations related to the election process.
US to issue $100 bill printed with Trump's signature
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From this summer, USD banknotes will carry the signature of incumbent President Donald Trump, something that has never happened in 165 years in the US.
US first reveals reason for Iran conflict outbreak
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The US publicly stated for the first time the reason for the outbreak of the Iranian conflict, noting that Iran has enough uranium to make 11 nuclear bombs.
Mr. Trump continues to postpone the G-hour to attack Iran's energy infrastructure
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Mr. Trump unexpectedly extended for another 10 days before resuming the attack on Iran's energy infrastructure.
President Trump wants to end the conflict with Iran in the next few weeks
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US President Donald Trump wants to end the conflict with Iran in the next few weeks to prioritize solving the inflation problem in the US.
Mr. Trump: Hormuz can reopen soon, with the US and Iran under joint control
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The Strait of Hormuz could soon be reopened if negotiations with Iran are successful - according to Mr. Trump's statement, although Tehran denies any contact.
Trump requests postponement of attack on Iranian energy facility
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Mr. Trump has suspended plans to bomb energy facilities, while tensions with Iran have not shown significant signs of cooling down.
White House erected statue of America's discoverer on campus
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Mr. Trump placed a statue of Columbus at the White House, causing controversy about his view of colonial history and heritage.
Trump issues 48-hour ultimatum to Iran over the Strait of Hormuz
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Mr. Trump threatened Iran that he would attack the country's power plant if it did not end the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump surprised that allies did not send ships to Hormuz
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Mr. Trump expressed surprise when many allies refused to participate in the campaign to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Mr. Trump declares the US defends itself in Hormuz, no need for allies
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US President Donald Trump unexpectedly declares Washington does not need support to protect the Strait of Hormuz.
President Trump: The US should not be present in the Strait of Hormuz
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President Trump faced fierce criticism after unexpectedly declaring that the US protection of the Strait of Hormuz was unnecessary and should not have been present here.
The US is turned away by close allies in the Middle East conflict
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Many close US allies, led by Britain and Germany, affirmed that they would not send warships to the Strait of Hormuz despite pressure from Washington.