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Trump wants a deal with Iran but success of talks unlikely, Israeli officials say

U.S. President Donald Trump boards Air Force One as he departs West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., March 23, 2026. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque
U.S. President Donald Trump boards Air Force One as he departs West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., March 23, 2026. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, March 24, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump points his finger towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as they shake hands during a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., December 29, 2025. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst/File Photo
U.S. President Donald Trump points his finger towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as they shake hands during a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., December 29, 2025. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst/File Photo

Trump approved Iran operation after Netanyahu argued for joint killing of Khamenei, sources say

U.S. President Donald Trump points his finger towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as they shake hands during a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., December 29, 2025. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst/File Photo
U.S. President Donald Trump points his finger towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as they shake hands during a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., December 29, 2025. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst/File Photo

Scores hurt after Iranian missiles hit Israeli desert towns

People stand at the scene of damage after Iranian missile barrages struck residential buildings in Arad, amid the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, in southern Israel, March 22, 2026. REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun
People stand at the scene of damage after Iranian missile barrages struck residential buildings in Arad, amid the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, in southern Israel, March 22, 2026. REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun

Netanyahu denies denigrating Jesus by comparing him to Genghis Khan

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's remarks drew flak, particularly from Christians angered by the comparison between Jesus and Genghis Khan.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's remarks drew flak, particularly from Christians angered by the comparison between Jesus and Genghis Khan.

Kuwait refinery hit as Iran says it has ‘no concern’ over missile production

Kuwait reported a fire at its Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery on March 19, a day after a direct hit on Qatar’s vital Ras Laffan facility.
Kuwait reported a fire at its Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery on March 19, a day after a direct hit on Qatar’s vital Ras Laffan facility.

Crude down as Netanyahu looks to reassure on war

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also said he would help the US try to secure Hormuz, through which a fifth of global oil and gas flows.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also said he would help the US try to secure Hormuz, through which a fifth of global oil and gas flows.

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, March 20, 2026

US President Donald Trump speaking during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (not pictured) at the White House on March 19.
US President Donald Trump speaking during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (not pictured) at the White House on March 19.

US, Israel tactics diverge on Iran as Trump’s goals still ‘fuzzy’

US President Donald Trump speaking during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (not pictured) at the White House on March 19.
US President Donald Trump speaking during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (not pictured) at the White House on March 19.

Iran hits Kuwait refinery, Israel kills Iranian Guards spokesman as war rages on

US President Donald Trump speaking during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (not pictured) at the White House on March 19.
US President Donald Trump speaking during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (not pictured) at the White House on March 19.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.