Deadliest day of Israeli strikes leads to negotiations "as soon as possible"

A tentative ceasefire in the war with Iran began to unravel as Israel continued intense bombing in Beirut and Iran maintains a hold on the Strait of Hormuz. 

Indiana to suspend gas tax for one month as prices surge

Indiana is hitting pause on its gas tax as prices surge amid Middle East tensions. Here's what to know.

Vance speaks on Iran war as ceasefire on shaky ground
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Will upcoming peace talks about the war in Iran be successful? Vice President JD Vance recently spoke about the situation.

Stocks slip, oil prices nudge back up with Middle East truce in doubt

The ongoing conflict with Iran continues to pressure global markets. Despite the announcement of a ceasefire deal between the U.S. and Iran, stock indices dipped during early trading while crude oil prices began an upward climb.

Chicagoans split on Iran conflict, calls to invoke 25th Amendment
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The U.S.-Iran conflict has escalated in recent weeks following American and allied strikes targeting Iranian military and nuclear-related infrastructure, raising fears of a broader regional war. 

Strait of Hormuz closed in response to Israeli attack, local reports say

Iran reportedly closed the Strait of Hormuz Wednesday in response to an Israeli attack on Lebanon, local media was reporting. Details were forthcoming.

Illinois leaders rally against Trump after threats to Iran
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President Donald Trump's recent threats to Iran have brought down calls to invoke the 25th Amendment to remove him from office.

Ceasefire raises questions about stability in Middle East
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Paul Poast from the University of Chicago breaks down whether the new U.S.-Israel-Iran ceasefire will hold, what it means for global tensions and oil prices, and the risks of future conflict.

Oil prices plummet under $100 mark after Trump reveals US-Iran ceasefire

News of the temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran immediately sent oil prices tumbling. Within minutes of President Donald Trump announcing an agreement had been reached, crude oil prices had fallen below the $100 mark.

Trump pauses strikes as Iran agrees to 2-week ceasefire

Iran has agreed to a two-week ceasefire and plans talks with the U.S. as Trump pauses strikes, though Tehran warns the war is not over.

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.

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.

Expert analysis: Trump issues ultimatum to Iran as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate
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Professor William Muck from North Central College breaks down President Donald Trump’s deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz along with the legal and global stakes of his threats.