U.S. strikes two locations in Iran near Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military hit two locations in Iran near the Strait of Hormuz, according to a U.S. official. NBC News’ Matt Bradley explains what this means for the war with Iran. 
Thu, 07 May 2026 21:42:52 GMT

Source: DOJ investigating suspicious oil trades timed around Iran war
The Justice Department is investigating a series of oil market trades that right before important moves related to the war with Iran. At least four trades worth $2.6 billion are being examined. NBC News’ Allie Canal explains the timing of the bets.
Thu, 07 May 2026 21:51:05 GMT

Iran-backed groups targeted U.S. facilities in Iraq 600 times, U.S. official says
The U.S. is urging the government to break with Tehran-backed militia groups following more than 600 attacks against U.S. diplomatic facilities.
Thu, 07 May 2026 21:04:35 GMT

Hard-right Reform routs Starmer’s Labour in U.K. elections as Trump ally Farage hails ‘historic shift’
Early results Friday from nationwide elections in Britain suggested a historic drubbing for Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Labour Party and sweeping gains for hard-right Reform U.K., led by Trump ally Nigel Farage.
Fri, 08 May 2026 07:38:32 GMT

April jobs report expected to show gains despite Iran war pressure
The April jobs coming Friday morning is expected to show a resilient U.S. labor market despite the global energy shock from the U.S. war with Iran.
Fri, 08 May 2026 09:00:41 GMT