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By: Dianté Marigny A fragile ceasefire in the Iran war is already showing signs of strain as disagreements persist over Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz. Hours after the agreement was announced, Israel carried out intense airstrikes on Beirut, resulting in the deadliest day in the country since the conflict began. Meanwhile, Iran is accused of maintaining control over the Strait of Hormuz, with reports suggesting the waterway may have been mined. Diplomatic efforts continue, but tensions remain high in the region.

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By: Dianté Marigny Vice President JD Vance will lead the U.S. delegation to Islamabad this weekend for peace negotiations with Iran, aimed at finding a permanent end to the ongoing conflict. The talks are scheduled to begin Saturday in Pakistan’s capital and come after a fragile ceasefire was agreed between Washington and Tehran. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed Vance will be joined by senior officials including special envoy Steve Witkoff and presidential adviser Jared Kushner. The negotiations are expected to focus on solidifying terms of a lasting peace and addressing unresolved issues from the ceasefire deal. Pakistan has served as the host for the discussions, which follow weeks of diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region. Both sides are preparing for face-to-face talks that could shape the future of U.S.–Iran relations.

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By: Dianté Marigny At least 182 people were killed Wednesday as Israel carried out intense airstrikes in central Beirut, marking the deadliest single day in the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah conflict. Iranian officials say the ceasefire deal should include Lebanon, but Israel and the U.S. maintain it does not. The Lebanese Health Ministry reports another 890 people were wounded, bringing the total death toll to 1,739 and more than 5,800 injured since the war began.

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By: Dianté Marigny Tensions in the Middle East have escalated again as Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route, in response to renewed Israeli strikes on Lebanon, raising doubts about the viability of a fragile ceasefire. Iranian state media reported that tanker traffic was halted after Israeli bombardments against Hezbollah positions, which Tehran described as violations of the emergency truce. The closure came just hours after a temporary ceasefire deal between the United States and Iran was announced, a pact that had included provisions for reopening the strait. The waterway, through which roughly one-fifth of the world’s oil and natural gas flows, is vital to global energy markets; its closure has the potential to disrupt shipments and increase prices worldwide. Iran said it would only allow coordinated passage under its armed forces’ supervision, and it tied compliance to broader regional conditions, including the cessation of attacks in Lebanon. Israel, for its part, maintains the ceasefire does not cover its operations against Hezbollah and has continued military strikes.

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By: Dianté Marigny U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says American troops are on standby and ready to resume operations if Iran fails to honor its commitments amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The announcement comes as reports indicate Iran has once again closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli strikes on Lebanon. The crucial waterway handles a significant portion of the world’s oil shipments, and its closure has heightened global economic concerns. Officials say U.S. forces are closely monitoring the situation while awaiting diplomatic and military developments.

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In this episode of the Carl Jackson Show, Carl dives into the complexities of the Iranian regime and the ongoing conflict with the US. He discusses the recent ceasefire agreement and the implications of negotiating with a regime that believes in a 12th Imam, a figure central to their theology. Carl shares his thoughts on the regime's motivations and the consequences of their actions, including the importance of understanding the spiritual battle at play. He also touches on the role of the US in the region and the impact of past administrations' policies on the current situation. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradio X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshow Parler: https://parler.com/carljacksonshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshow http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.com Visit our Store https://CarlJacksonStore.com

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Mamdani Reveals Racial Equity Plan

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The Library of Congress is marking America's 250th anniversary with a yearlong celebration - designed to bring the nation's history to life through rare artifacts, exhibitions, and public programming. Under the theme "It's Your Story," the Library is inviting Americans to explore the country's past through its vast collection of more than 181 million items, making it the largest library in the world. Throughout 2026, new exhibitions and experiences will highlight key moments and figures that shaped the nation. One major exhibit, "The Declaration's Promise," is set to open July 3rd and will feature historic documents including Declaration of Independence drafts and Gettysburg Address materials, offering a closer look at the principles behind American democracy. In addition to exhibits, the Library has planned a wide range of public events, including concerts, family programs, and the 2026 National Book Festival. Officials say the goal is to make history more accessible and personal.

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A nationwide effort to mark America's 250th anniversary is officially underway, with the first stop of the "Freedom 250" mobile museum tour kicking off in North Carolina. Organizers describe the Freedom 250 "Freedom Truck" as the largest traveling exhibit focused on America's founding. The state-of-the-art mobile museum is designed to bring American history directly to communities across the country.

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Is the Ceasefire a Win for the USA?

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A federal judge has handed down a sentence of 15 years in prison to a woman who pleaded guilty to selling “Friends” star Matthew Perry the ketamine that killed him in a 2023 overdose. Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett sentenced 42-year-old Jasveen Sangha on Wednesday. Sangha is the third defendant to be sentenced of the five people who have pleaded guilty in connection with the 54-year-old “Friends” star’s death. Prosecutors had recommend a 15-year sentence for Sangha. They cast her in court filings as a “Ketamine Queen” who had an elaborate drug operation catering to high-end clients.

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Will the Ceasefire Hold?

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President Donald Trump on Wednesday said talks on the Iran crisis would be held behind closed doors, and that "only one group of meaningful 'POINTS' were acceptable to the United States, but gave no other details about the negotiations. "These are the POINTS that are the basis on which we agreed to a CEASEFIRE. It is something that is reasonable, and can easily be dispensed with," he said in a social media post. White House says VP JD Vance will lead a U.S. negotiating team in Islamabad for talks aimed at finding a permanent end to the Iran war. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif earlier on Wednesday said U.S. and Iranian delegations would be arriving in Pakistan on Friday after the two nations accepted a two-week ceasefire. Trump in his online post also threatened a federal probe into unnamed individuals he accused--without providing evidence--of circulating various correspondence that he said were not the basis for the ceasefire agreement.

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Authorities in the Bahamas are searching for a U.S. woman who is missing at sea after her husband reported that she fell overboard. Police told The Associated Press Wednesday that the search continues for the woman, whom they declined to identify. Bahamian police have said the couple was traveling from Hope Town to Elbow Cay on Saturday night, and that the woman’s husband told authorities that she fell overboard with the boat keys, causing the engine to turn off. NBC News quoted a woman identified as Karli Aylesworth who said her mother, Lynette Hooker, is missing in the Bahamas, and that it was unlikely she would “just fall” off the dinghy.

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A Long Island architect has pleaded guilty to murdering seven women and admitted he killed an eighth in a string of long-unsolved crimes known as the Gilgo Beach killings. Rex Heuermann entered the pleas on Wednesday in a courtroom packed with reporters, police and victims’ relatives. His decision brings finality to a case that bedeviled investigators, tantalized the public and spawned true-crime documentaries, podcasts and a Hollywood movie. Authorities say Heuermann killed the women over a 17-year span. Many of them were sex workers whose deaths received little attention until their remains were found buried together along an isolated beach highway. Heuermann faces life in prison and will be sentenced at a later date.

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With Mike Davis, Article III Project Founder & President.

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The Major Legal Issues Facing America Today

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U.S. and Iran Agree to Two Week Ceasefire

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