Saudi Arabia distances itself from the escalation and embraces the role of mediator. The UAE has not issued an official response, but sources in the country welcome the shift. Both are waiting to see if the US will continue its operation or settle for statements about "restoring deterrence."

The US Department of Justice has launched an investigation to determine whether Columbia University concealed "illegal aliens" on its campus, marking a significant escalation in President Trump's crackdown on campus activism related to the Israel-Hamas conflict.

The "Alien Enemies Act," part of the four Alien and Sedition Acts passed during John Adams' presidency, provides presidents with extraordinary powers to remove foreign nationals.

Recently released Israeli hostage Tal Shoham shares his harrowing experience with Fox News Digital, describing starvation, abuse, and an attempt at execution.

Following a major strike on the Shiite rebels in the Yemeni capital, Sanaa, President Donald Trump warned the Houthis, stating, "HELL WILL RAIN DOWN UPON YOU". Trump also issued a warning to Iran: "Support for the Houthi terrorists must end IMMEDIATELY."