President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened to seize Kharg Island — the linchpin of Iran’s oil industry — as he escalated pressure on Tehran amid a fraying ceasefire.In a post on Truth Social, the president wrote the United States would be hitting Iran “VERY HARD TONIGHT,” adding that “at some point in the not too distant future, we will be taking Kharg Island, and other oil infrastructure points, and assume total control of their Oil and Gas Markets.”Kharg Island, located in the Persian Gulf, typically handles roughly 90% of Iran’s crude oil exports. It has been central to the economic survival of the Islamic Republic for decades. A 1984 declassified CIA document called its facilities “the most vital in Iran’s oil system, and their continued operation is essential to Iran’s economic well-being.” But Trump’s saber-rattling was quickly tempered by a note of caution. Speaking to the hosts of “Fox & Friends” shortly after his social media post, the president questioned whether America “has the stomach” for a larger military operation to take the island.“I’m not sure the country has the appetite for it, as good as it is,” he said. “I think they’d like to see us come home.”The White…

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ebola outbreak has just spread to a new health zone. The outbreak has now made its way into the northeastern province of Ituri, ​authorities said on Wednesday. A health zone in Congo’s healthcare system covers a defined area with a network of clinics and a referral ​hospital. More than three weeks after the epidemic was declared, these new infections in a new area are “undermining” the ability to prevent the transmission of this Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus. The health ministry said Tchomia, about 50 kilometers south of the ​provincial capital Bunia on the shores of Lake ​Albert, has become the latest affected health zone, ⁠bringing the total number of affected zones to 26 nationwide and ​18 in Ituri province, which accounts for more than ​94% of confirmed cases. –Reuters The government said that the latest situation report confirmed 37 new cases, including 12 deaths. These were reported in the previous 24 hours, ‌all ⁠in Ituri. The outbreak has so far recorded 635 confirmed cases and 127 deaths across three eastern provinces. This outbreak was declared on May 15th, and so far, there is no approved vaccine for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola. Some…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! With America 250 right around the corner, the celebration of our nation’s big day is sure to be a big one.The festivities will vary greatly, but one of the most talked about events is the UFC Freedom 250 card happening on the White House lawn on Sunday. Fox News’ own Sean Hannity sat down with UFC star Bo Nickal on his “Hang Out with Sean Hannity” show to discuss the day, as well as his rocket to stardom and a bevy of other topics.One topic the two touched on in particular was the growing epidemic of “lost boys” that is plaguing the youth of America and how it seems to lead to a destructive path for many young men around the country.UFC SAYS IT WON’T PROFIT FROM WHITE HOUSE EVENT THAT COULD COST ‘UPWARDS OF $60M’Hannity asked Nickal directly what his advice to young men who are in desperate need of role models would be, and the young fighter provided some surprisingly grounded words of wisdom.”They’re trying to fill a hole that’s not going to be filled with the things that they want,” Nickal explained. “Drinking, drugs, sex, money, fame … and…

A 28th annual wreath-laying ceremony honoring women troops at a memorial outside Arlington National Cemetery was canceled earlier this month after organizers got word that multiple military services would not participate, with one citing Pentagon and White House guidance prohibiting “events related to cultural awareness months” and DEI programs.The cancellation, first reported by Task and Purpose, was announced Wednesday by leaders of the Bipartisan Women’s Caucus in a press conference outside the U.S. Capitol. Multiple Democratic lawmakers decried the circumstances, saying it was more evidence of attempts by the administration and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to minimize the service of female veterans.“In plain terms, the very women the ceremony was created to honor were pushed out of it,” Rep. Emilia Sykes, D-Ohio, the caucus co-chair and vice chair of the Democratic Women’s Caucus, said. “Honoring veterans should not be controversial. Recognizing the service and sacrifice of women who wore our nation’s uniform should be one of the easiest things for us to come together around. Yet, because of the decisions made by this administration, we are defending the basic act of honoring women veterans.”A staffer for the Democratic Women’s Caucus told Military Times that the wreath-laying had been canceled June…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Pope Leo XIV landed in Spain’s Canary Islands, an epicenter for incoming migrants seeking entry into Europe, on Thursday just days after criticizing the country’s immigration policies in a speech to Spain’s Parliament.Pope Leo will meet with 1,000 migrants on Friday to cap off his apostolic journey to Spain, the European country with the sixth largest Christian population on the continent.Following his parliamentary speech Monday in which he took aim at Europe’s immigration polices, Pope Leo landed Thursday on the island chain’s Gran Canaria, according to Reuters.On Thursday he met with migrants and leaders of international organizations that assist migrants, holding a moment of silence for migrants who died trying to reach Gran Canaria at Port of Arguineguin, a dock which made headlines in 2020 after over 1,000 migrants ended up stranded there during the Covid-19 pandemic.POPE LEO SAYS COUNTRIES HAVE RIGHT TO CONTROL THEIR BORDERS, ADVOCATES FOR HUMANE TREATMENT OF MIGRANTS Relief organizations came to call the Port of Arguineguin the “Dock of Shame” after the migrant crisis, a theme Pope Leo seemed to pick up on while speaking at the port Thursday.”Dear migrants, before saying anything else to you, I…

Private Dwayne Hicks sat in an expansive classroom alongside the rest of his platoon of newly minted boots. Each Marine had a well-used Pulse Rifle sitting on the table in front of them. The weapons were clean enough to be used as surgical implements and smelled vaguely of CLP. The Armat Battlefield Systems M41A Pulse Rifle is the standard-issue combat weapon for the United States Colonial Marines in the Aliens universe. Gunnery Sergeant Mike “Madman” McGehee stepped to the front of the class carrying his own Pulse Rifle as though it was something with which he had been born. Holding the weapon at arm’s length, he said, “I want to introduce you to a personal friend of mine. This is an M41A pulse rifle… 10 millimeter with over-and-under 30 millimeter pump action grenade launcher.” Hicks made a mental note. Though he was brand new to the U.S. Colonial Marines, he felt he might someday have need of that snappy bit of prose. Aliens was a hit movie, and it is frequently cited as being one of the best movie sequels made. In this image, actor Michael Biehn playing Cpl. Hicks stands with his M41A pulse rifle. Image: 20th Century Fox The…

Oil prices have once again surged, this time quickly past a sustainable point for most, as the United States strikes multiple targets across Iran. The ruling class at large continues to claim these attacks are in “self-defense” against “unwarranted aggression.” Explosions and impacts were reported across southern and central Iran hours after US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said US Central Command (CENTCOM) “will be busy tonight.” “Because President Trump said we will be hitting Iran hard – and we will be,” Hegseth told reporters. This news comes as the ruling class continues to tell the public that a peace deal is in the works. Obviously, we are being lied to. It does not appear that there is any intention of negotiating a ceasefire agreement with Iran. Hegseth To Testify Before The Senate As The Iran War Price Tag Reaches $25 Billion Hegseth added that the strikes would target “key facilities” in Iran and claimed that Tehran “has an opportunity to make a deal” with Washington. For all intents and purposes, though, it doesn’t look like anyone is willing to make any kind of a peace deal right now. If There Is Fighting With Iran Almost Every Single Day, What Is The…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Killer Karmelo Anthony’s parents have been very vocal about what they claim was “injustice” following their son’s murder conviction, while on the other side, the father of Austin Metcalf, whom Anthony stabbed and killed, has expressed forgiveness of his son’s murderer.After the verdict was presented to the court Tuesday, Metcalf’s father, Jeff Metcalf, unleashed a fiery tirade at Anthony.He also had a sorrowful reaction after the trial, CBS reported. In a sit-down interview with the outlet, he said, “I’ll even say this: I had a little bit of sorrow because I’m human; and that poor boy is fixing to experience a life that I would not wish upon anyone.”Anthony was convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years behind bars on Tuesday after he fatally stabbed Metcalf at a high school track meet during an altercation in April last year. He has since filed a notice of appeal to challenge the conviction.CONVICTED KILLER KARMELO ANTHONY’S FAMILY USED FUNDRAISER MONEY FOR MOVING AND LIVING EXPENSES In another interview with CBS, the Anthonys claim they don’t believe their son got a fair trial.FOLLOW US ON XAnthony’s father, Andrew Anthony, said, “They did a number…

Veterans who apply for disability compensation related to sexual assault in the military face higher standards for proving related injuries, resulting in lower approval ratings and increased risk of retraumatization, according to a new National Academies of Sciences report.In a study examining the Department of Veterans Affairs’ handling of disability claims filed for military sexual assault, a panel of experts found that the agency’s dual standards for related disability claims — which allow evidence such as behavior changes and outside observation for post-traumatic stress disorder claims but require proof of the experience for other disabilities — “results in inconsistent decision-making” during adjudication.According to the report, disability claims related to sexual assault or chronic harassment were approved at lower rates than combat claims, with an 18.2% approval compared to 27.6% across a five-year period. Approval rates were also significantly lower for men and Black veteran.Under the VA system, veterans who file a claim for conditions stemming from sexual trauma have separate burdens of proof depending on their disability. Those who file for related post-traumatic stress disorder may provide observational evidence but those seeking compensation for other mental or physical conditions connected to the assault must provide proof of the event. Given…

I missed on my last WNBA play, but that won’t stop me from firing away when I see a good one available to us. Baseball has been fun to bet on, but with the NHL and NBA stopping, that will be the main focus until August so I am trying to vary it up a bit and see if we can get some scores in other places. I’ve locked my sights in on the game between the Liberty and the Dream. The New York Liberty should be one of, if not the, best teams in all of women’s basketball. They have one of the best players in the world in Breanna Stewart. They have a sharpshooter, who probably would’ve been Caitlin Clark with a better marketing team, in Sabrina Ionescu. Also on the roster is Jonquel Jones, a very talented scorer and champion. That trio should lead them to victory just about any night they take the court together.CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Part of the problem is that they’ve had only one game this season in which Ionescu was even available. She played 31 minutes against Dallas and has been out ever since. The team is still 8-4…