Maryland has sued the Trump administration to block construction of a new immigration detention center, arguing that officials bypassed environmental review and public input. The case comes as the federal government plans a major nationwide expansion of detention facilities.

Israel's parliament overturned a measure that expanded tax exemptions on online purchases from abroad. Lawmakers cited concerns about harm to local businesses, while the finance minister pledged to pursue new steps to reduce the cost of living.

President Trump rejected reports that his top general opposes military action against Iran, insisting the military stands ready if ordered. Behind the scenes, warnings about ammunition shortages and rising risks have complicated deliberations over strikes, negotiations, and possible regime change.

The Knesset voted down a proposal to expand the value added tax exemption on imported goods, despite support from the finance minister. Several coalition lawmakers opposed the measure, prompting sharp criticism and a pledge to reintroduce it.

India has urged its citizens in Iran to leave immediately due to growing security concerns and fresh protests. The advisory comes amid fears of potential military escalation and ahead of the Prime Minister’s planned visit to Israel.

President Donald Trump warned Iran of severe consequences if no deal is reached and insisted he will decide on any military action. He also denied reports that a top general opposes potential war with Iran.

An online advertisement offering payment to attend an anti-Israel protest in Melbourne has triggered debate over paid demonstrators. The platform declined to comment as thousands gathered for the largely peaceful rally.

The Phillips Mansion in Pomona is the last major remnant of the vanished frontier town of Spadra. Built in 1875 by wealthy rancher Louis Phillips, it was saved from demolition in 1974 and is now preserved as a historical landmark.

United States Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee and former ambassador David Friedman performed 'Hound Dog' in Jerusalem, dedicating it to Tucker Carlson. The gesture follows a heated interview and ongoing public feud between the parties.

More than 20 police forces in England are still using Microsoft's Copilot despite one force blocking it after false information was used in a football fan ban. The controversy has raised national concerns about oversight and the safe use of artificial intelligence in policing.

Representative Randy Fine will bring his father's seeing-eye dog to the State of the Union following backlash over a controversial social media post. Fine says the gesture highlights the importance of service dogs as criticism from Democrats intensifies.

Eight Palestinians were transferred from Israeli detention to Gaza by the International Committee of the Red Cross and reunited with their families. The organization reiterated the need for humane treatment and family contact for detainees under international humanitarian law.