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'Mother of all bombs': US potential Iran strike plans include largest non-nuclear weapon - report

According to CNN, multiple US officials said that the plans called for the MOAB to be used against Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear sites, including Pickaxe Mountain.

This US Department of Defense (DoD) handout photo shows the Massive Ordinance Air Blast (MOAB) weapon March 11, 2003 at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida.
Workers hang a Likud party election campaign billboard featuring Prime Minister and Likud chairman Benjamin Netanyahu alongside opposition leaders, with the slogan “Right or Palestine,” on a building in Jerusalem, ahead of Israel’s upcoming general elections, October 14, 2026.

Israeli election campaigns must move past political gimmicks to tackle critical issues - editorial

Britain's Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey delivers a speech at the Manufacturing Technology Centre in Coventry, Britain, September 7, 2026.

UK finance minister calls for tighter Russian shipping sanctions

An F/A-18 Super Hornet prepares to launch from the flight deck of USS George Washington (CVN 73) as the aircraft carrier sails regional waters in the Middle East.

US destroys Iran-affiliated ship in Gulf of Oman, BoP Gaza contract reportedly still not approved


Trump says he deserves Nobel Peace Prize but has doubts he will get it

"I don't know what their decision is going to be," Trump said of the 2026 award, which will be announced on Friday. "They have a reputation for maybe not giving it to people like me."

US President Donald Trump speaks with media before boarding Marine One as he travels to Grand Island, Nebraska, on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, US, October 5, 2026.

On this day: US, Britain strike Afghanistan over September 11 attacks, kickstart War on Terror

The bombing targeted Taliban and al-Qaeda forces, and was the launch of Operation Enduring Freedom, which would span over a decade until December 31, 2014.

A US F-14 fighter takes off from the main deck of the USS Enterprise early 09 October 2001 as a second wave US-led air attacks on Afghanistan was launched with residents of Kabul reporting bombs hitting targets on the outskirts of the city.

Number of displaced reaches 200,000 in Yemen as Hezbollah receives $200 million in cash from Iran

Vance says Iran must cut nuclear enrichment to end war • Defense officials concerned Iran may strike Israel amid US pressure • IDF to launch West Bank ops. to arrest October 7 sympathizers

The IDF released a report including pictures and details regarding military accomplishments since the October 7, 2023, massacre.

Trump, Putin to discuss suspected plague case as US officials press Russia for answers

"Maybe there's nothing there, maybe it's bigger than we thought, we don't know," Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, warning that the US was operating with limited information.

US President Donald Trump speaks with media before boarding Marine One as he travels to Grand Island, Nebraska, on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, US, October 5, 2026.

Trump orders firing squad for gunman who killed 13 people at Fort Hood, Texas

US Army Major Nidal Hasan killed 13 people in a 2009 shooting spree that he described as retaliation for US wars in the Muslim world.

Nidal Hasan, charged with killing 13 people and wounding 31 in a November 2009 shooting spree at Fort Hood, is pictured in an undated handout photo obtained by Reuters on June 29, 2012.

Iran must cut enrichment to end war, US uncertain who makes decisions in Tehran, Vance says

Speaking on Monday after a campaign trip in Alaska, Vance said any agreement would require Iran to reduce its nuclear enrichment capacity, rather than offer assurances of future nuclear drawdowns.

US Vice President JD Vance speaks at a campaign rally at Fairbanks International Airport in Fairbanks, Alaska, US, October 5, 2026.

Trump says French protests the result of 'nothing less than out-of-control mass migration'

Trump claimed that the protests were not about schools, and instead were "about Islam wanting to take over a once great country!"

French CRS riot police stand in position near garbage bins and object set on fire amid clashes with protesters during a demonstration by high school and university students, supported by teachers' union and school parents.

High-voltage line linking Romania, Moldova to be named after Trump

The "Trump Liberty Line" is backed by a $130 million US government investment and aims to strengthen the two nations' energy security and independence.

Wind turbines amd electric-line systems are pictured near Saraiu village, Romania on August 12, 2026.

'Let 'em take out Los Angeles': Trump sparks fury after barb suggesting Iran destroy LA, San Diego

"It's a small price to pay for keeping the world safe, for keeping our country safe. They could take out a city. Let 'em take out Los Angeles, let 'em take out San Diego," Trump said.

US President Donald Trump dances on stage during a rally at Pinnacle Bank Expo Center in Grand Island, Nebraska, US, October 5, 2026.

One year on, Trump's Gaza plan has not stopped Israeli fire or disarmed Hamas - explainer

One year after the Gaza ceasefire began, Trump’s broader plan remains stalled, with Hamas still armed, Israeli forces holding most of Gaza, and reconstruction barely underway.

US President Donald Trump holds a signed resolution, during the inaugural Board of Peace meeting at the US Institute of Peace in Washington, February 19, 2026.