1. Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Calls for U.S. Intervention

• Reza Pahlavi urges Donald Trump to take decisive action to help remove Iran’s current regime.
• Suggestions include destroying the IRGC, stopping illicit oil shipments, and freeing political prisoners.
• Positions himself as a leader for a future transitional government in Iran.

2. Rising U.S.–Iran Tensions

• President Trump signals increased military pressure, stating Iran “should be very worried.”
• Iran suspected of restarting nuclear activities; U.S. warns of severe consequences.
• Trump administration insists on strict conditions: no enrichment, full inspections, missile limits, and ending proxy support.

3. Military Build‑Up and Strategy Discussions

• U.S. deploys naval assets, including large carriers, toward Iran.
• Trump meets advisors to evaluate strikes on Iran’s nuclear program.
• Former officials suggest a strike may collapse the Iranian regime entirely.

4. Ongoing Nuclear Negotiations

• Second round of U.S.–Iran nuclear talks held in Geneva.
• Mixed assessments: some U.S. officials see potential progress; others call it a “nothing burger.”
• The U.S. sets deadlines for Iran to respond with concrete proposals.
• Additional meeting planned in Istanbul involving many Middle Eastern nations.

5. Regional and International Mediation

• Turkey, Egypt, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, and Pakistan aim to de‑escalate tensions.
• These countries fear instability or a large‑scale regional war.
• Iran says it is open to diplomacy but opposes negotiations under pressure.

6. Israel and U.S. Coordination

• U.S. envoy planned to meet with Israeli leadership about potential Iran conflict scenarios.
• Israel preparing contingency plans, sharing intelligence with U.S. officials.

7. Commentary from Media Figures

• Bill Maher acknowledges Trump’s effectiveness, suggesting his Middle East policy improved stability.
• Some argue Trump could earn a Nobel Prize if he succeeds in transforming hostile regimes.

8. FBI Investigation Into Antifa Funding

• FBI Director Kash Patel reports major financial networks tied to Antifa activities have been uncovered.
• Emphasis on “following the money” to identify U.S. nonprofits or foreign groups funding violent acts.
• Multiple federal arrests and ongoing prosecutions connected to Antifa‑linked violence.
• FBI establishes a new program dedicated to identifying financial backers of violent extremist activity.
• Patel contrasts current efforts with past administrations, accusing them of ignoring the issue.

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