US Edition
Washington PostFriday, 29 May 2026
Click image to view full size
U.S. and Iran reach a loose framework to end Mideast war
BESSENT: HORMUZ, URANIUM AT ISSUE / Ongoing strikes illustrate tenuous situation
The story presents the diplomatic development as a fragile step toward de-escalation, balancing the announcement of a framework against the reality of continued military activity.
The United States and Iran have tentatively agreed to a framework to end a month-long regional conflict, though military strikes continue and final approval from top leadership remains pending.
“a loose framework”
“Analytical of executive administration actions”
In a striking shift, Trump's approval plunges among working-class base
White voters who propelled him to second term sour on the economy, a poll finds
Uses polling data and interviews in Ohio to examine declining support for the President among white voters without college degrees.
DOJ probes nonprofit in E. Jean Carroll case
Statements about who paid her legal bills could lead to perjury charges
Covers a Department of Justice investigation into the funding of legal bills for a high-profile civil lawsuit.
Ex-CIA official is accused of stealing $40 million in gold bars
Arrest raises questions about thoroughness of background checks
Reports on the arrest of a former intelligence officer for alleged theft of government property and falsifying credentials.
More from Washington Post
Front page image reproduced for the purpose of critical review and commentary — about our editorial use.