Democratic lawmakers, including Senator Patty Murray, criticized the plan, arguing that it diverts resources from healthcare and social programs toward military operations abroad
Trump also criticized major U.S. media outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal, accusing them of unfair coverage of the conflict
Amid the reported high-level diplomatic activity, authorities have allegedly suspended public transport and heavy goods movement in Islamabad and Rawalpindi
According to Lula, repeated public threats not only increase geopolitical risk but also undermine trust in international institutions designed to maintain peace and security
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical artery for global energy trade, and its status is closely watched by markets
In many cases, residents earn less than the national median income, but reduced housing expenses significantly improve overall financial security
Khamenei also presided over a vast financial network through Setad, an organisation that grew into a multibillion-dollar empire under his watch
Officials have not provided any suspected motive for either of the attacks