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What decision is President Trump hinting at regarding Iran?
Iran on notice. I'm Angelo Bavaro, Fox News. President Trump warning that a major decision on possible newest military action could be coming.
President Trump tells Fox News he's in a deciding mode and that very big things are going to be happening in the not so distant future. The president described the current choices on the table as wiping Iran out. letting them rot economically or making a deal. He added, my question is, if and when do I blow the entire nation up, they better behave. Now, I asked the president about the UN General Assembly this week. Iranian President Massoud Poseshkin is going to be there. And I asked if he'd be open to meeting with the Iranian leader, and he said he'd probably be open to it. But described this weekend as no different from any other weekend.
That is Fox's Trey Yingst. The war with Iran now in its seventh month. The U.S. continues its naval blockade of Iranian ports while Iran restricts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Fighting also continues across the wider region.
How will President Trump’s meeting with Xi Jinping address AI, Iran, and trade?
Meantime, President Trump will also welcome Chinese leader Xi Jinping to the U.S. this week in his first state visit in more than a decade.
The president is greeting Xi at Joint Base Andrews, which is rare as U.S. presidents usually welcome foreign leaders at the White House. After that warm meeting, though, the two will delve into some tough topics like AI, Iran, and trade. Treasury Secretary Scott Besant is helping to spearhead talks on the latter. He and United States Representative Jameson Greer are meeting with Chinese Premier Li Feng in New York today. And per Reuters, Besant will try to set up some potential agreements on AI, tariffs,
What role does Treasury Secretary Scott Basant play in the upcoming AI and tariff talks with China?
and critical minerals. Besson could also bring up the shared risks of AI opening up the possibility of cooperation with China on the issue.
That is Fox's Madeline Rivera. America is listening to Fox News. A superstar breaking his silence.
Ed Sheeran is speaking out after rapper Macklemore was dropped from his tour for making pro-Palestinian comments on stage. The pop singer opening a solo concert in Philadelphia Saturday calling what's happening in Gaza catastrophic and unjustifiable. Several supporting acts withdrew after Macklemore was removed last week. A decision Sheeran says was made by the tour promoter. A small group of demonstrators protested outside the stadium. Sharon apologized for making mistakes and says he wants his music and shows to be about unity and humanity, not politics.
That is Fox's Chanley Painter.
Why is Dearborn, Michigan facing a lawsuit over religious holiday recognitions?
A religious freedom fight is unfolding in one of America's most diverse cities. Dearborn, Michigan is defending itself against a federal lawsuit accusing officials of favoring Muslim holidays over Christian and Jewish ones. Fox's Roxanne Evans.
The lawsuit accuses Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hamoud of violating the Constitution by using taxpayer money to recognize Ramadan while not recognizing Easter and Passover the same. The complaint says the city spent $1,500 on Ramadan banners and $5,000 on a Crescent Moon display. Plaintiff Margo Cleveland says requests for recognition of Christian and Jewish holidays went unanswered. Dearborn denies religious favoritism, saying it is committed to treating residents fairly, regardless of faith or background. Roxanne Evans, Fox News.
What are the key terms being negotiated in the Paramount‑Warner Bros. merger settlement?
Paramount and 12 states seeking to block its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Brothers are reportedly close to a settlement. The Justice Department has cleared the deal, but the state sued in July. Terms under discussion include independent monitoring of CNN and a commitment on theatrical releases. Paramount CEO David Ellison has pledged at least 30 movies a year. I'm Angelo Bavaro, and this is Fox News.
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Chapters
5 chapters
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What decision is President Trump hinting at regarding Iran?
0:02–1:03
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How will President Trump’s meeting with Xi Jinping address AI, Iran, and trade?
1:03–1:41
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What role does Treasury Secretary Scott Basant play in the upcoming AI and tariff talks with China?
1:41–2:39
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Why is Dearborn, Michigan facing a lawsuit over religious holiday recognitions?
2:39–3:30
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What are the key terms being negotiated in the Paramount‑Warner Bros. merger settlement?
3:30–3:58