Were President Trump’s recent posts about Iran a masterstroke of negotiation or the “willful, reckless destruction” of America’s reputation? The foreign policy analyst Fareed Zakaria tells the columnist Ezra Klein that the administration’s pursuit of spectacle has left the U. S.
The president’s recent posts about Iran may signal the end of America’s reputation as a country guided by morality, the columnist Ezra Klein argues. The foreign policy expert Fareed Zakaria joins Ezra to unpack how we got here, and where we’re headed next.
J Street says Israel should pay out-of-pocket if it wants US weapons Submitted by MEE staff on Mon, 04/13/2026 - 18:09 The pro-Israel advocacy group likely changed its tune after widespread popular opposition to taxpayer-funded weapons Relatives of 23-year-old Ali Majed Hamadneh, who was shot dead by the Israeli military, gather during his funeral in the village of Deir Jarir, northeast of the city of Ramallah, in the Israeli-occupied Palestinian West Bank, on 13 April 2026 (Zain Jaafar/AFP) Off The pro-Israel advocacy group J Street is now calling for an end to "direct" US military support to Israel, per a new policy document published on Monday. The group had previously backed Washington's continued provision of defensive weapons systems, such as the replenishment of Israel's Iron Dome, at no cost to Israelis . Now, it says the US "should continue to sell" short-range air and ballistic missile defence capabilities to Israel, but Israel should use its own money to pay for them.
Arab states hit hardest by Iran’s strikes may be emerging from the US-Iran ceasefire feeling sidelined, a shift that could push them closer to Israel as they rethink who can truly guarantee their security, Middle East scholar Dalia Ziada told Eye for Iran.
There is 'continued engagement with Iran', US official says A US official said on Monday that “there was continued engagement between the United States and Iran an forward motion on trying to get to an agreement”, Reuters reported. Earlier on Monday, the US military began a blockade of ships leaving Iran's ports, President Donald Trump said, and Tehran threatened to retaliate against its Gulf neighbours' ports after weekend talks in Islamabad on ending the war broke down.
Washington, DC [US], April 13 (ANI): In a move that has ignited significant controversy, US President Donald Trump has removed an AI-generated depiction of himself as Jesus Christ from his social media platform, Truth Social. The controversial image, which was shared without any accompanying text, has since been deleted from the President's official profile.
New Delhi [India], April 13 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday held a telephonic conversation with his counterpart of Singapore, Vivian Balakrishnan, to discuss the escalating tensions in West Asia. In a post on X, the External Affairs Minister highlighted the positive nature of the exchange while noting the primary focus of the dialogue.
Hezbollah chief urges Lebanese government to cancel US-Israel talks Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem on Monday called on the Lebanese government to cancel a Tuesday meeting between the Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors in Washington DC, Reuters is reporting. In a televised speech, Qassem said Hezbollah will continue to confront Israeli attacks on Lebanon and described the talks as “pointless”. Lebanon's foreign minister said Beirut would use Tuesday's face-to-face negotiations to press for a ceasefire in the war.
New Delhi [India], April 13 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday held a telephonic conversation with Kuwait's Foreign Minister Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. The two leaders discussed the latest developments in West Asia. Sharing details in a post on X, EAM said that the conversation also focused on the well-being of the Indian community.
The military approach has backfired, with Iran’s position only strengthened. But the door is still open to a deal Donald Trump was quick to declare victory over Iran, but this weekend’s negotiations suggest that Tehran has the upper hand. His war of choice has backfired.
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After defeating Orbns Fidesz, Pter Magyar must confront economic strain and competing global alliances European liberal elites are rejoicing: Viktor Orban's conservative government has fallen. Peter Magyar, viewed as a 'pro-Brussels' candidate, won the election in Hungary. I hesitate to call Magyar 'pro-European', since I believe that it was Orban whoadvocatedfor a strong, sovereign Europe.
How Orban's loss could damage the British right Submitted by Imran Mulla on Mon, 04/13/2026 - 14:36 The outgoing Hungarian prime minister set up a trans-national right-wing network centred on Budapest, but with his ousting the future of such institutions is unclear Reform UK leader Nigel Farage at a photoshoot to publicise a slogan ahead of the local elections in May, London, 10 April 2026 (AFP) Off In recent years, Hungary has emerged as a rallying point for European and American conservatives. Outgoing Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has overseen the creation of a constellation of right-wing think tanks, publications and fellowships set up to support right-wing parties and movements across Europe and the US - and increase Hungarian soft power. Orban's network has had a particularly strong impact in Britain, attracting significant support from prominent figures in Reform UK, the British right-wing party currently dominating in the polls.
New Delhi [India], April 13 (ANI): In the wake of the gridlock between the US and Iran over peace negotiations, Iran's envoy to India, Ambassador Mohammad Fathali on Monday underlined that the Strait of Hormuz is Iran's territorial waters and that Iran remains committed to international law and freedom of navigation.
Video: Trump says he isn't 'a big fan' of Pope Leo Speaking to reporters on Sunday, US President Donald Trump said he wasn’t “a big fan” of Pope Leo, accusing him of being okay with Iran having a nuclear weapon. pic. twitter.
Brussels [Belgium], April 13 (ANI): European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has underscored the critical need to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, describing the restoration of maritime access as a top priority for the international community.
Pakistan PM Sharif says 'full effort' still on to resolve conflict Full efforts are still being made to resolve the conflict between the US and Iran, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Monday, a day after talks between the two sides held in Islamabad ended without agreement.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian slammed his US counterpart for criticizing Pope Leo.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif said on Monday that positive progress is being made in talks between Iran and the United States and that the possibility of further talks still exists.
New Delhi [India], April 13 (ANI): Iran's Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, has described India as a 'reliable and compassionate' partner while asserting Tehran's territorial authority over the Strait of Hormuz amidst ongoing regional tensions.
