Israel killed another Iranian leader, but experts say that doesn't mean it's winning the war
Israel has again shown its unrivaled ability to assassinate high-level enemies, announcing the killing Tuesday of the man widely seen as running Iran
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Israel says it killed another Iranian leader, but that doesn't mean it's winning the war
Israel has again shown its unrivaled ability to assassinate high-level enemies, announcing the killing Tuesday of the man widely seen as running Iran
How Iran’s use of cheap drones is affecting the war
NBC News’ Molly Hunter takes a look at how drone warfare is influencing the conflict with Iran, as the Iranian Shahed drones are becoming mass-produced, cheap, and are proving to be highly effective.
How does Israel's 'Arrow' missile system work?
NBC News’ Matt Bradley takes an in-depth look at Israel's "Arrow" missile defense systems, which have intercepted Iranian high altitude projectiles, as questions rise over whether Israel can withstand repeated Iranian counterattacks.
U.S. embassies ordered to 'immediately' review security as attacks spread
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad was attacked Tuesday, with Iranian strikes previously targeting American embassies in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia.
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Iran’s security chief killed in strike
The Iranian regime’s security chief who was responsible for the brutal crackdown of Iranian protestors earlier this year was killed in an airstrike. NBC News’ Richard Engel reports.
Trump slams senior official who resigned over war with Iran
President Trump slammed the former director of the National Counterterrorism Center who resigned in protest over the war with Iran as “weak on security.” NBC News’ Gabe Gutierrez reports.
Trump says U.S. doesn't need help defending Strait of Hormuz after allies refuse
President Donald Trump dropped his push for U.S. allies to protect the Strait of Hormuz from Iranian threats — an about-face that came just one day after he called upon nations to “get involved” so oil tankers can safely navigate the crucial shipping lane.
Rebuffed by allies, Trump now says U.S. doesn't need help defending the Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump dropped his push for U.S. allies to protect the Strait of Hormuz from Iranian threats — an about-face that came just one day after he called upon nations to “get involved” so oil tankers can safely navigate the crucial shipping lane.
Trump delays trip to China for 'five or six weeks' while U.S. focuses on Iran
President Donald Trump told reporters Tuesday that he would delay his trip to China for “five or six weeks,” officially pushing the major summit after administration officials opened the door to the trip’s postponement as they focus on the war with Iran.
Ali Larijani, Iran's security chief and powerful regime insider, is killed in strikes
Ali Larijani, Iran’s top national security official and one of the regime's most powerful figures, was killed in overnight strikes.
Ali Larijani, Iran's security chief and powerful regime insider, is killed in strikes, Israel says
Ali Larijani, Iran’s top national security official and one of the regime's most powerful figures, was killed in overnight strikes, Israel said Tuesday.
'A direct hit for consumer prices': Diesel surges past $5 a gallon
The average price of diesel fuel hit $5.04 a gallon nationwide Tuesday, threatening to drive up the price of fresh food, shipping, and construction
National Counterterrorism Center director resigns over Iran war
The director of the National Counterterrorism Center, a retired Green Beret and longtime supporter of President Donald Trump, says he has resigned over the war in Iran.
National Counterterrorism Center chief resigns over Iran war
The Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, a retired Green Beret and longtime supporter of President Donald Trump, says he has resigned over the war in Iran.
The power goes out in Cuba, leaving hospitals dark and highways deserted
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel said the country was running on about 40% of the fuel it needs. Women are giving birth in dark hospitals with no power.
Cuba suffers nationwide blackout after announcing economic reforms
It's been three months since a drop in oil prices reached the country, and the highways are empty.
Iran war throws Trump's China trip in doubt, but Beijing doesn't seem to mind waiting
The timing of a highly anticipated summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping is in doubt after Trump asked to delay it by “a month or so” so he can focus on the widening war with Iran.
The Iran war throws Trump's China trip into doubt, but Beijing doesn't seem to mind waiting
The timing of a highly anticipated summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping is in doubt after Trump asked to delay it by “a month or so” so he can focus on the widening war with Iran.
Iranian soccer players train with Australian team after being granted asylum
Two members of the Iranian women’s soccer team joined a training session with a professional club in Australia, in their first publicly shared appearance since they accepted a government offer of asylum
Iranian soccer players train with local team after being granted asylum in Australia
Two members of the Iranian women’s soccer team joined a training session with a professional club in Australia, in their first publicly shared appearance since they accepted a government offer of asylum
Mobile internet blackouts sweep Moscow, leaving residents feeling 'powerless'
Moscow has been hit by a major mobile internet blackout as the Russian government tightens restrictions it has touted as necessary to ensure the “security” of its citizens.
Thousands of flights cancelled amid strikes in Middle East
Thousands of flights have been cancelled as major airports in the Middle East face direct and nearby strikes. NBC News’ Raf Sanchez reports on the largest global air travel disruption since the pandemic.
Iran launches new attacks on civilian targets including airports
Iran launched new attacks on key international airports, including in Dubai. NBC News’ Richard Engel reports.
Trump urges allies to help escort ships through Strait of Hormuz
With Iran launching attacks on oil tankers to drive up oil prices, President Trump is now urging allies to send ships to help escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. NBC News’ Gabe Gutierrez reports.
Cuba loses power as Deputy Prime Minister tells NBC News plans for country’s new chapter
Cuba has descended into a blackout as one top official says the country’s now hoping to have a more open relationship with the United States - but critics are skeptical. NBC News’ George Solis is in Havana with the latest.
Trump says U.S. wants to delay his meeting with Xi in China by 'a month or so' due to Iran war
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent cast doubt on the planned trip earlier, while insisting it was not meant to pressure China to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Cubans say there is little food, power or relief amid worsening conditions
As the U.S. and Cuba hold conversations to decide the island’s fate, food and medicine there are scarce or unaffordable, and simple tasks like cooking are burdensome.
Cubans say there is little food, power, fuel or relief amid worsening conditions
As the U.S. and Cuba hold conversations to decide the island’s fate, food and medicine there are scarce or unaffordable, and simple tasks like cooking are burdensome.
War planning on Iran conflict includes off-ramps for Trump should he choose them
Military officials have included options in regular war planning for President Donald Trump to end the conflict in Iran should he decide to do so, six people familiar with the plans told NBC News. He hasn't taken any so far.