Newsweek is reporting that the U.S. launched fresh airstrikes against Iran early today, with Tehran responding by targeting U.S.-allied countries in the Middle East. It said this escalation threatens an interim deal aimed at ending the regional conflict.
In U.S. politics, Newsweek is reporting that a Republican congressman publicly questioned whether former Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell is still alive, highlighting growing concerns and calls for transparency. The outlet also noted that Graham Platner's withdrawal from the U.S. Senate race in Maine has initiated a scramble for a replacement nominee in a high-stakes contest that could determine control of Congress. Newsweek is examining 10 Democrats who could potentially replace Platner.
Newsweek is also covering the legal proceedings of former Olympian David Hearn, who pleaded not guilty to vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool during a brief hearing. In other court news, the former roommate and romantic partner of Tyler Robinson told authorities he never heard Robinson speak about conservative activist Charlie Kirk prior to Robinson allegedly confessing to Kirk's killing.
On the health front, Newsweek is reporting that Obamacare is becoming more expensive for millions of Americans. It also highlighted a new Lyme disease discovery that could lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment.
In sports, Newsweek featured U.S. Paralympic medalist Ali Truwit, who shared her story of strength and resilience following a shark attack in May 2023 that resulted in the loss of part of her left leg. Truwit emphasized the “miracles” she saw amidst the incident.
Internationally, Newsweek is reporting on the Ukraine war, noting that it is straining Russia and that Donald Trump is assisting Zelensky with Patriots, raising questions about Russian President Vladimir Putin's strategic options. The outlet also reported that a Pacific version of NATO has been launched to counter China, and that a new kind of Islamic Republic is rising in Iran following the burial of Khamenei.
In entertainment, Newsweek reported that celebrities are mourning the death of Bonnie Tyler at age 75. It also covered Justin Baldoni publicly addressing the fallout from his long-running dispute with “It Ends With Us” co-star Blake Lively for the first time in nearly two years.