President Trump asserts U.S. total control over Strait of Hormuz amidst Iran leadership infighting
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "Wow! Cryin' Chuck Schumer just said, for the whole World to hear, that "NOBODY RESPECTS BORDER PATROL OR ICE." That is one of the most egregious, incorrect, unpatriotic, and dangerous statements I have EVER heard from a "professional" politician. HE MUST IMMEDIATELY APOLOGIZE TO THESE GREAT PATRIOTS, AND I MEAN NOW!" - "Iran is having a very hard time figuring out who their leader is! The infighting is between the "Hardliners, " who have been losing BADLY on the battlefield, and the "Moderates, " who are... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 23 Apr 2026 15:30 LONDON
US Navy Secretary John Phelan fired amid Iran war and Pentagon shake-up
John Phelan, the US Navy Secretary, was dismissed from his position on April 23, 2026, amid ongoing military tensions related to the US-Israel conflict with Iran.The Pentagon announced his immediate departure without providing an official reason.Phelan's firing was confirmed by Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell, who expressed gratitude for Phelan's service and wished him well in future endeavors.The dismissal is linked to internal disputes within the Pentagon, including reported tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.No casualties or direct disruptions were reported as a result of the leadership change.The Navy continues to enforce a blockade on Iranian ports and maintain a significant... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Apr 2026 11:32 LONDON
US-Iran Naval Blockade and Ship Seizures Escalate Tensions in Strait of Hormuz
Since early April 2026, the Strait of Hormuz has become a focal point of escalating naval tensions between the United States and Iran.The US Navy has enforced a naval blockade on Iranian ports, aiming to restrict maritime access amid ongoing conflict.In response, Iranian forces have seized two ships in the strategic waterway and fired upon other vessels, asserting tighter control over the area.The situation remains fragile despite a ceasefire that was established two weeks prior but whose status is now unclear.US President Donald Trump announced an indefinite call-off of renewed attacks, yet there has been no indication of peace talks... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Apr 2026 11:31 LONDON
US Navy Secretary John Phelan Leaves Post Effective Immediately
US Navy Secretary John Phelan has left his position effective immediately, the Pentagon announced on Wednesday.Navy Undersecretary Hung Cao will serve as acting secretary following Phelan's departure.Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell confirmed the change via social media, expressing gratitude for Phelan's service to the Department of the Navy.No official reason was provided for the immediate departure.Phelan's exit is part of a broader series of high-level military leadership changes within the Pentagon.This includes the recent removal of Army Chief of Staff Randy George at the request of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, as well as the dismissal of other senior army officials such... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Apr 2026 01:30 LONDON
US President Trump extends ceasefire with Iran amid ongoing tensions
US President Donald Trump announced an indefinite extension of the ceasefire with Iran to allow further peace talks, while maintaining a naval blockade, amid skepticism from Iran and ongoing regional violence.Trump stated that the US had agreed to a request by Pakistani mediators to hold off attacks on Iran until its leaders and representatives can present a unified proposal and discussions conclude.Despite the ceasefire extension, the US Navy's blockade of Iran's ports continues, an action Iran considers an act of war.Iran has rejected the ceasefire extension, with officials dismissing it as lacking weight and reiterating threats to break the blockade... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Apr 2026 06:30 LONDON
US Navy Seizes Iranian Ship Amid Gulf Blockade, Iran Vows Retaliation
The US Navy intercepted and seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf after it failed to respond to warnings to stop, US President Donald Trump announced on social media.This is the first ship seized since the US began its naval blockade of Iranian ports following the US-Israel conflict with Iran that started in late February.Iran condemned the seizure as a violation of the ceasefire and described it as an "act of armed piracy," promising to retaliate soon.No immediate casualties or disruptions have been reported by US authorities following the operation.The seizure marks a significant escalation in maritime enforcement in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Apr 2026 21:01 LONDON
US Navy Seizes Iranian Cargo Ship Touska After Warning Ignored
The US Navy has seized the Iranian-flagged cargo ship Touska in the Gulf of Oman after the vessel ignored warnings to stop, escalating tensions in the region.US President Donald Trump announced the interception on his social media platform, stating that the ship was stopped by a US guided missile destroyer after failing to comply with orders.According to Trump, the USS Spruance fired on the Touska, hitting its engine room and disabling the vessel.US Marines have since taken custody of the ship and are inspecting its contents.The Touska is subject to US Treasury sanctions due to its prior history of illegal... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Apr 2026 03:00 LONDON
