
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he and Kid Rock went “for a ride” with US Army Apache helicopter pilots, less than a month after a military flyover near the singer’s Nashville-area home drew criticism.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he and Kid Rock went “for a ride” with US Army Apache helicopter pilots, less than a month after a military flyover near the singer’s Nashville-area home drew criticism.

In an interview with Italy's La7 TV, President Donald Trump claimed the country’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni “begged” him for a photo at the G7 summit in France. CNN's Jennifer Hansler reports on how the comments have sparked a fresh diplomatic incident.

President Donald Trump on Friday unveiled a new, upgraded presidential aircraft donated by Qatar. He went on to thank engineers, designers and Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Qatar's Emir Sheikh.

Vice President JD Vance made front pages across Israel after saying "Donald J. Trump is the only head of state in the entire world who is sympathetic to the nation of Israel at this moment in time." The comments provoked reaction from politicians in both the U.S. and Israel about the relationship between the two nations and how leaders around the world have viewed Israel.

In 2013, Hadiya Pendleton was shot and killed in Chicago, eight days after performing at then-President Barack Obama's second inauguration. Now, the Obama's are memorializing Pendleton in their newly opened presidential center.

Comedian Dave Chappelle said the opening of the Obama Presidential Center felt “like medicine,” describing the event as a hopeful celebration of culture, laughter and unity.

Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a renewed ceasefire, according to multiple sources familiar with the situation. CNN's Nic Robertson explains how the truce could pave the way for the US and Iran to work towards a peace agreement.

During a press briefing at the White House, Vice President JD Vance criticized Israeli operations in Lebanon, saying they’ve sometimes gotten in the way of negotiations. He also criticized members of the Israeli government for attacking President Trump over the US-Iran agreement.

Former President Barack Obama delivered a message focused on unity and hope for the future. Joined by former first lady Michelle Obama, who drew a sharp contrast with President Donald Trump, the event highlighted Obama's journey from Chicago's South Side to the White House. CNN's Jeff Zeleny reports.


