An analysis argues that China, as the main buyer of Iranian oil, is unlikely to support US sanctions against Iran, viewing the Iran conflict as a strategic advantage for Beijing. It suggests Trump's economic pressure campaign will struggle without Chinese cooperation, and that Iran's experience in sanctions evasion and its control of the Strait of Hormuz give it leverage.

The US Navy and Raytheon unveiled the AIM-424 Long Range Air-to-Air Missile (LRAAM), nicknamed 'Malice', at the Tailhook symposium in Reno, Nevada. With a range exceeding 460 kilometers, the two-stage missile is designed for 4th, 5th, and 6th generation aircraft including the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, F-35C, and future F/A-XX. It aims to counter advanced threats, particularly from China, and maintain US air superiority. Specific capabilities and deployment timelines remain classified.

An analysis argues that the US is misjudging pressure on Iran by focusing on military and economic tools rather than altering Tehran's strategic calculus that patience improves leverage. It references recent diplomatic stalemate, a canceled strike, and a CENTCOM request for unconventional pressure methods, suggesting Washington must change Iran's expectations that delay benefits it.

Iran's First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref responded to new US sanctions announced by President Donald Trump, calling them 'economic terrorism' and asserting that such pressure will not break the Iranian people's will. His remarks, posted on X, emphasize that economic pressure has historically failed to alter Iran's resolve. The sanctions, described by Trump as 'the most crushing economic operation' against Iran, mark an escalation in US-Iran tensions.

President Trump announced a temporary 90-day waiver of tariffs on up to 300,000 metric tons of additional beef imports to lower consumer prices ahead of the midterms. The move, which includes a 25% discount from exporters, faces criticism from U.S. cattle producers. This is part of broader administration efforts to reduce costs across beef, gas, retail, and borrowing, though relief may be limited.

President Trump publicly attacked Republican critics, including former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Rep. Thomas Massie, after they opposed his administration's decision to temporarily lift tariffs on imported ground beef. Trump called them 'losers' and a 'highly neurotic woman' and a 'real JERK' on Truth Social. The policy, which allows up to 300,000 metric tons of duty-free ground beef imports for 90 days to lower grocery costs, drew criticism from several GOP lawmakers who argue it harms American ranchers.

Iraqi officials announced that the international coalition's military mission will end and its forces will withdraw by Sept. 30, calling it a strategic milestone and historic transformation for Iraq's sovereignty and stability. The decision follows readiness assessments of Iraqi forces and shifts Iraq-US relations toward economic and security cooperation.

Background: The BBC had filed a motion to subpoena Donald Trump Jr., Ivanka Trump, and Jared Kushner in President Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit over a 2024 Panorama episode. Today: Trump's lawyers filed court documents opposing the subpoenas, calling them 'cynical' and part of a 'sweeping, politically-charged discovery campaign.' They detailed failed service attempts, including being stopped by the Secret Service at Ivanka Trump and Kushner's residence in May, and at Trump Tower, where building personnel were told the documents were for the Trump organization without specifying they were for Donald Trump Jr. The BBC argues the family members have relevant knowledge and records, but Trump's team contends the motion seeks political leverage rather than tailored discovery. The BBC has not yet responded to requests for comment.

Allies of Republican Senate nominee Mike Rogers in Michigan have asked Aipac not to run ads on his behalf, fearing the group's public support could be a liability amid voter anger over the war in Gaza. Aipac had spent over $30 million to defeat Rogers' Democratic rival Abdul El-Sayed in the primary, who made Aipac's spending a central issue. The request came after Rogers spoke with Aipac chair Michael Tuchin, and Aipac shelved a prepared ad targeting El-Sayed. Michigan has a large Arab American population, and a poll found 55% of voters oppose continued US aid to Israel.

A bipartisan group of US lawmakers, including Senators Ted Cruz and Elissa Slotkin and Representatives Tom Suozzi and Brad Knott, have introduced the Right to Worship Act, which would establish 100-foot safe access zones around places of worship to prevent disruptions and intimidation. The bill, supported by the Anti-Defamation League, responds to a rise in antisemitic incidents and attacks on synagogues, churches, and mosques across the US, including record physical assaults in 2025. The legislation aims to balance religious freedom with free speech, and has broad public support.

Trump Mobile, launched by Donald Trump's eldest sons in 2025, advertised a 'T1' smartphone built in the US and shipped within months. Over the past year, key details about the phone's manufacture, design, and delivery date have changed, and some customers are still waiting for their phones.

Omaha Public Schools, Nebraska's largest district, requested that school resource officers stop using electric shock gloves on students, and Omaha police agreed. The decision follows AP revelations about ICE's plan to equip officers with the gloves, sparking community backlash. However, Bellevue police continue using the devices, citing their effectiveness. The superintendent cited concerns about safety and trust, and the district's request affects most middle and high schools.

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is on a 10-day tour across Iowa, Minnesota, and Florida, promoting the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) agenda focused on nutrition, fitness, and addiction treatment. He avoids direct discussion of vaccines despite a recent executive order on childhood vaccines, addressing measles only when asked and blaming COVID for public health distrust. The tour aims to keep MAHA supporters engaged ahead of the midterm elections, highlighting the administration's health policy wins while navigating the sensitive vaccine issue.

A recent executive order by former President Donald Trump mandates the removal of terms deemed derogatory to Americans from national parks, affecting historical sites like the Little Bighorn Battlefield. Native American groups express concern that erasing contested historical terms could have consequences for present-day memory and identity. The order reignites debates over the commemoration of the Indian Wars, 150 years after the Battle of Little Bighorn.

Prestige Brand Holdings has voluntarily recalled 39,060 bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief eye drops in the US due to a lack of assurance of sterility. The FDA classified the action as a Class II recall, indicating a moderate risk of temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences. The recall affects 15ml bottles with lot code 2552A and an expiration date of 30 September 2027, distributed by Medtech Products Inc. Consumers are advised to stop using the product and return it for a refund.