QtrendsTrump endorses a missing New Jersey congressman. A controversial housing official is named acting director of national intelligence. Iran nuclear talks are in confusion as Tehran halts mediator talks while Trump says negotiations continue. Russia launches heavy strikes on Ukrainian cities, killing at least 22.
New Jersey Congressman has been mysteriously absent for an extended period, prompting media investigations. Despite the disappearance, former President Trump issued an endorsement, claiming the congressman has been "working tirelessly." The New York Times reported that it conducted its own inquiry into the absence, raising further questions about the congressman's whereabouts and activities.
President Trump has appointed a controversial top housing official with no known intelligence experience as acting director of national intelligence. The official has previously targeted Trump's political enemies in their housing role. Critics question the appointment's legality and the appointee's qualifications to oversee the U.S. intelligence community.
Iran's supreme leader appears more active as nuclear negotiations continue, according to U.S. Secretary of State Rubio. While Rubio says Iran is ready to discuss a nuclear deal, Tehran has also declared peace talks over. The U.S. has made opening the Strait of Hormuz a first condition in talks, highlighting the strategic stakes of the negotiations.
Iran has stopped communicating with mediators, according to Iranian reports, citing Israeli actions in Lebanon and Gaza as the reason. However, former President Trump maintains that talks with Iran are ongoing. Iran is reportedly reviewing a proposed Trump deal to halt the war, even as attacks on Lebanon continue. Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to halt fire, adding a new dimension to the regional dynamics.
Russia has launched one of its deadliest offensives in months against key Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv. At least 22 people have been killed and dozens wounded in the attacks. Explosions were reported across the capital, with buildings damaged and people trapped under rubble. The strikes mark a significant escalation in Russia's military campaign against Ukraine.