More than 1,000 Iranian Americans rallied in Washington in support of the war and the return of exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi. Many see him as a potential transitional leader after recent strikes and political upheaval in Iran.

More than 1,000 Iranian Americans rallied in Washington in support of the war in Iran and the return of exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi. Many described him as the best option to lead a democratic transition after the recent upheaval in Tehran.

Cooler weather with scattered rain is expected Monday, followed by warming temperatures and more widespread rain midweek. Strong winds and a risk of flash flooding in desert areas are forecast before conditions stabilize Thursday.

President Donald Trump said the United States could seize Iran’s key oil terminal as troops arrive in the Middle East, though he later suggested a deal was possible. Meanwhile, Israeli strikes hit Tehran and other global stories unfolded.

Iran has declared universities linked to the United States and Israel in the Middle East to be legitimate targets following reported strikes on Iranian campuses. The United States has warned its citizens to leave Iraq as regional universities heighten security measures.

Israeli forces stopped two attempted attacks in Judea and Samaria, killing the assailants in separate incidents. Dozens of additional suspects were arrested in counterterrorism operations across the region.

New research shows that medieval chess often defied racial stereotypes by bringing together players from different cultures in intellectual competition. The game was portrayed as a peaceful and just form of rivalry that crossed cultural divides.

Israel's parliament approved a record 2026 budget after ultra-Orthodox parties dropped objections tied to military service exemptions. Last-minute concessions and procedural maneuvers secured the coalition's majority.

Israeli forces shot and killed two attackers in separate incidents in Dura and Al-Ram. One was armed with a knife and the other allegedly attempted a vehicle ramming. No Israeli injuries were reported.

Fuel spending spiked after the Iran war began, as motorists reacted to rising oil prices and supply concerns. Holiday bookings fell as consumers delayed travel plans amid uncertainty.

Solar panel sales in the United Kingdom have surged as Middle East tensions push up fossil fuel prices. Energy firms and ministers say expanding homegrown solar power will help protect households from volatile energy costs.

Home buyer demand fell in March as higher mortgage rates and global uncertainty weighed on confidence. The housing market is increasingly relying on committed and less rate-sensitive buyers to sustain activity.