Trump Proposes 15-Point Peace Plan to End Month-Long Conflict
President Donald Trump announced a comprehensive ceasefire proposal sent to Tehran via Pakistan, expressing optimism that the regional war is nearing its conclusion. The plan reportedly addresses nuclear ambitions and the reopening of global energy transit routes.
Pentagon Deploys 82nd Airborne Division Amid Ceasefire Talks
Despite signs of diplomatic progress, the U.S. military is deploying approximately 1,000 elite paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East. The move is intended to bolster regional security and ensure the continued safe passage of “non-hostile” vessels.
U.S. Stock Futures Surge as Oil Prices Cool Below $95
Wall Street responded positively to reports of potential de-escalation, with S&P 500 and Dow futures rising as Brent crude prices retreated from earlier highs. Investors are weighing the impact of “sticky” inflation against the hopeful signs of a diplomatic resolution.
Supreme Court Weighs Revival of Restrictive Asylum Policies
The U.S. Supreme Court is currently considering a request from the Trump administration to reinstate restrictive asylum policies that had been previously blocked. This legal battle comes as the administration seeks broader control over border security during the ongoing international crisis.
Markwayne Mullin Sworn In as Homeland Security Secretary
In an Oval Office ceremony, President Trump administered the oath of office to former Senator Markwayne Mullin as the new head of the Department of Homeland Security. Mullin steps into the role during a critical period for domestic and regional energy infrastructure security.
