Middle East

Trump Says US Negotiators Will Be in Pakistan on Monday for Talks With Iran

Trump Says US Negotiators Will Be in Pakistan on Monday for Talks With Iran

Trump accused Iran of violating the ceasefire by firing at ships passing the strait and threatened to destroy civilian infrastructure in Iran, if it doesn’t take the deal that the United States is offering.
'A Bargaining Ploy’: Analyst on Iran Closing Strait of Hormuz Again

'A Bargaining Ploy’: Analyst on Iran Closing Strait of Hormuz Again

Gerard Filitti, Middle East affairs analyst and attorney specializing in international law, joined NTD to break it down.
43rd Anniversary of Attack on US Embassy in Beirut

43rd Anniversary of Attack on US Embassy in Beirut

Saturday was the 43rd anniversary of the deadliest terror attack on an American embassy in history.
Iran Says It Closed Strait of Hormuz Again Over US Blockade

Iran Says It Closed Strait of Hormuz Again Over US Blockade

The declaration reimposing 'strict' control over the key maritime chokepoint came as Iranian gunboats fired on a tanker that tried to sail through.
Trump Says US-Iran Talks to Continue Over Weekend, Hints at ‘Good News’

Trump Says US-Iran Talks to Continue Over Weekend, Hints at ‘Good News’

Trump said the U.S. military operations on Iran could resume if no deal is reached by the deadline.
Why US Strike on Iran Was Really About China

Why US Strike on Iran Was Really About China

NTD Insight International looks at how China has been pulling the strings behind the Iran war, and how it aims to distract the United States.
Mainstream Media Downplayed Trump’s Success in Iran: Panel

Mainstream Media Downplayed Trump’s Success in Iran: Panel

Madeline Summerville, national Trial Attorney, and former Democratic speech writer, and Kate Monroe, a Republican strategist, and Marine veteran, joined a panel discussion with NTD's Iris Tao, to analyze the latest developments in Operation Epic Fury.
'We Need to Remember We're Negotiating With Terrorists': Panel on Iran War

'We Need to Remember We're Negotiating With Terrorists': Panel on Iran War

Joining NTD's Iris Tao for a panel discussion is David Carlucci, a former New York State Senator, and founder of Carlucci Consulting, and Ashley Davis, a former Homeland Security executive and Republican strategist.
New Videos Show US Military Enforcing Naval Blockade on Iran

New Videos Show US Military Enforcing Naval Blockade on Iran

The US military on April 17, releasing 2 videos video showing the enforcement of the American naval blockade against Iran.
US Warns of 'Secondary Sanctions' to Chinese Banks Aiding Iran

US Warns of 'Secondary Sanctions' to Chinese Banks Aiding Iran

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told reporters on April 15 that any country doing business with Iran could face U.S. sanctions.
Iran Going Back and Forth, More Steps Needed to Remove Uranium: Retired Intelligence Officer

Iran Going Back and Forth, More Steps Needed to Remove Uranium: Retired Intelligence Officer

Lt. Col. Hal Kempfer, a retired Marine Intelligence Officer, and CEO of Global Risk Intelligence & Planning, spoke to NTD's Iris Tao for an analysis of the latest developments in Operation Epic Fury.
Oil Prices Drop Over 10 Percent as Iran Declares Hormuz Strait 'Completely Reopen'

Oil Prices Drop Over 10 Percent as Iran Declares Hormuz Strait 'Completely Reopen'

Oil prices fell sharply on April 17 after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz fully open.
France, UK Welcome Reopening of Hormuz Strait

France, UK Welcome Reopening of Hormuz Strait

The two leaders are holding a summit in Paris on Friday—a meeting that was previously aimed at reopening the strait.
Trump Prohibits Israeli Bombing of Lebanon Amid Ceasefire

Trump Prohibits Israeli Bombing of Lebanon Amid Ceasefire

President Donald Trump said Israel will cease its bombing campaign in Lebanon. The president’s comments come amid a 10-day ceasefire reached between the two neighboring countries.
Israel to Hold Territory Inside Lebanon

Israel to Hold Territory Inside Lebanon

Here's Katz givingIsraeli Defense Minister Israel Katz says the country will continue to hold all territory it seized during its operation in southern Lebanon. an update this morning.
‘China Doesn’t Hold That Many Cards’: China Analyst

‘China Doesn’t Hold That Many Cards’: China Analyst

James Gorrie, Epoch Times contributor and author of “The China Crisis,” joined NTD to explain exactly how the Chinese Communist Party is helping Iran resist the United States. He wrote an article for The Epoch Times titled “China’s Not-So-Quiet Hand in Iran’s War Effort.”
Hezbollah Significantly Weakened Without Iran Support: Analyst

Hezbollah Significantly Weakened Without Iran Support: Analyst

President Donald Trump said Israel and Lebanon have agreed to begin a 10-day ceasefire.
Chinese and Russian Ships Spoofing ID to Evade Sanctions: Analyst

Chinese and Russian Ships Spoofing ID to Evade Sanctions: Analyst

NTD caught up with Capt. James Fanell, a former director of intelligence with the U.S. Navy’s Pacific Fleet.
US Intel Must Identify All Chinese Tankers Heading to Iran to Rule Out Support: Expert

US Intel Must Identify All Chinese Tankers Heading to Iran to Rule Out Support: Expert

As two major ceasefires in the Middle East continue amid peace talks, NTD speaks with Kervin Aucoin, a former lead intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance coordinator for the U.S. Army.
Trump Says US Negotiators Will Be in Pakistan on Monday for Talks With Iran

Trump Says US Negotiators Will Be in Pakistan on Monday for Talks With Iran

Trump accused Iran of violating the ceasefire by firing at ships passing the strait and threatened to destroy civilian infrastructure in Iran, if it doesn’t take the deal that the United States is offering.
'A Bargaining Ploy’: Analyst on Iran Closing Strait of Hormuz Again

'A Bargaining Ploy’: Analyst on Iran Closing Strait of Hormuz Again

Gerard Filitti, Middle East affairs analyst and attorney specializing in international law, joined NTD to break it down.
43rd Anniversary of Attack on US Embassy in Beirut

43rd Anniversary of Attack on US Embassy in Beirut

Saturday was the 43rd anniversary of the deadliest terror attack on an American embassy in history.
Iran Says It Closed Strait of Hormuz Again Over US Blockade

Iran Says It Closed Strait of Hormuz Again Over US Blockade

The declaration reimposing 'strict' control over the key maritime chokepoint came as Iranian gunboats fired on a tanker that tried to sail through.
Trump Says US-Iran Talks to Continue Over Weekend, Hints at ‘Good News’

Trump Says US-Iran Talks to Continue Over Weekend, Hints at ‘Good News’

Trump said the U.S. military operations on Iran could resume if no deal is reached by the deadline.
Why US Strike on Iran Was Really About China

Why US Strike on Iran Was Really About China

NTD Insight International looks at how China has been pulling the strings behind the Iran war, and how it aims to distract the United States.
Mainstream Media Downplayed Trump’s Success in Iran: Panel

Mainstream Media Downplayed Trump’s Success in Iran: Panel

Madeline Summerville, national Trial Attorney, and former Democratic speech writer, and Kate Monroe, a Republican strategist, and Marine veteran, joined a panel discussion with NTD's Iris Tao, to analyze the latest developments in Operation Epic Fury.
'We Need to Remember We're Negotiating With Terrorists': Panel on Iran War

'We Need to Remember We're Negotiating With Terrorists': Panel on Iran War

Joining NTD's Iris Tao for a panel discussion is David Carlucci, a former New York State Senator, and founder of Carlucci Consulting, and Ashley Davis, a former Homeland Security executive and Republican strategist.
New Videos Show US Military Enforcing Naval Blockade on Iran

New Videos Show US Military Enforcing Naval Blockade on Iran

The US military on April 17, releasing 2 videos video showing the enforcement of the American naval blockade against Iran.
US Warns of 'Secondary Sanctions' to Chinese Banks Aiding Iran

US Warns of 'Secondary Sanctions' to Chinese Banks Aiding Iran

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told reporters on April 15 that any country doing business with Iran could face U.S. sanctions.
Iran Going Back and Forth, More Steps Needed to Remove Uranium: Retired Intelligence Officer

Iran Going Back and Forth, More Steps Needed to Remove Uranium: Retired Intelligence Officer

Lt. Col. Hal Kempfer, a retired Marine Intelligence Officer, and CEO of Global Risk Intelligence & Planning, spoke to NTD's Iris Tao for an analysis of the latest developments in Operation Epic Fury.
Oil Prices Drop Over 10 Percent as Iran Declares Hormuz Strait 'Completely Reopen'

Oil Prices Drop Over 10 Percent as Iran Declares Hormuz Strait 'Completely Reopen'

Oil prices fell sharply on April 17 after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz fully open.
France, UK Welcome Reopening of Hormuz Strait

France, UK Welcome Reopening of Hormuz Strait

The two leaders are holding a summit in Paris on Friday—a meeting that was previously aimed at reopening the strait.
Trump Prohibits Israeli Bombing of Lebanon Amid Ceasefire

Trump Prohibits Israeli Bombing of Lebanon Amid Ceasefire

President Donald Trump said Israel will cease its bombing campaign in Lebanon. The president’s comments come amid a 10-day ceasefire reached between the two neighboring countries.
Israel to Hold Territory Inside Lebanon

Israel to Hold Territory Inside Lebanon

Here's Katz givingIsraeli Defense Minister Israel Katz says the country will continue to hold all territory it seized during its operation in southern Lebanon. an update this morning.
‘China Doesn’t Hold That Many Cards’: China Analyst

‘China Doesn’t Hold That Many Cards’: China Analyst

James Gorrie, Epoch Times contributor and author of “The China Crisis,” joined NTD to explain exactly how the Chinese Communist Party is helping Iran resist the United States. He wrote an article for The Epoch Times titled “China’s Not-So-Quiet Hand in Iran’s War Effort.”
Hezbollah Significantly Weakened Without Iran Support: Analyst

Hezbollah Significantly Weakened Without Iran Support: Analyst

President Donald Trump said Israel and Lebanon have agreed to begin a 10-day ceasefire.
Chinese and Russian Ships Spoofing ID to Evade Sanctions: Analyst

Chinese and Russian Ships Spoofing ID to Evade Sanctions: Analyst

NTD caught up with Capt. James Fanell, a former director of intelligence with the U.S. Navy’s Pacific Fleet.
US Intel Must Identify All Chinese Tankers Heading to Iran to Rule Out Support: Expert

US Intel Must Identify All Chinese Tankers Heading to Iran to Rule Out Support: Expert

As two major ceasefires in the Middle East continue amid peace talks, NTD speaks with Kervin Aucoin, a former lead intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance coordinator for the U.S. Army.