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Michael Loria

@USATODAY reporter in Chicago. Previously for @Suntimes via @Report4America. also in @washingtonpost, @wcp email: mloria@usatoday.com signal: mloria_usat.24

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TRUMP: IRAN ‘NEGOTIATING ON FUMES’

‘Other options’ available if talks fail, Rubio says

View Front PageArizona Republic • MAY 28, 2026

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TRUMP: IRAN ‘NEGOTIATING ON FUMES’

‘Other options’ available if talks fail, Rubio says

With:Christopher Cann,Andrea Riquier

Arizona Republic•MAY 28, 2026•Lead Story

The report focuses on the diplomatic rhetoric following recent military strikes, highlighting the administration's stance that negotiations are continuing despite the escalation of hostilities.

Trump: Xi wants Iran war to end

U.S., China hope to restore shipping through Hormuz

With:Bart Jansen

Arizona Republic•MAY 16, 2026•Lead Story

The paper leads with diplomatic efforts to end an ongoing conflict, focusing specifically on the shared economic interest of the US and China in reopening global shipping lanes. The reporting remains factual, highlighting the duration and financial cost of the war rather than military engagement.

TRUMP SAYS NO HELP IS NEEDED IN GULF

Iran’s control over Strait of Hormuz appears to have strengthened

With:Andrea Riquier

Arizona Republic•MAY 14, 2026

Hegseth: U.S. has fiscal plan in Iran

Pentagon indicates cost of war is rising

Arizona Republic•MAY 13, 2026•Lead Story

The paper frames the financial burden of military involvement in Iran through a factual account of congressional testimony, contrasting official assurances with the reality of soaring budget requests.

Trump says Iran ceasefire holds

Both sides launch strikes president calls ‘trifle’

With:Bart Jansen

Arizona Republic•MAY 9, 2026•Lead Story

The paper contrasts the official administration stance of a stable ceasefire with the reality of ongoing military skirmishes. It objectively highlights the president's dismissal of the violence by placing the word 'trifle' in quotes.

Iran weighs U.S. framework for peace

Trump threatens strikes unless strait is reopened

With:Christopher Cann,Francesca Chambers

Arizona Republic•MAY 8, 2026

Memo hints at possible U.S.-Iran deal

Trump continues threats: Choose bombs or peace

With:Bart Jansen,Andrea Riquier

Arizona Republic•MAY 7, 2026

U.S. says ships sailed through strait

Iran warns that tensions could lead to ‘quagmire’

With:Bart Jansen

Arizona Republic•MAY 6, 2026

Trump claims Iran in a state of collapse

Gas prices in United States rise to highest level since 2022

With:Christopher Cann

Arizona Republic•APR 29, 2026

Pairs a political figure's strong assertion about a foreign adversary with the factual domestic context of rising gas prices.

Tensions escalate in Strait of Hormuz

Iran ceasefire holds as talks expected to resume

With:Bart Jansen,Francesca Chambers,Andrea Riquier

Arizona Republic•APR 24, 2026•Lead Story

The paper leads with a major international conflict but immediately tempers the 'escalation' headline with a subheadline noting that a ceasefire is holding. The coverage blends military updates with diplomatic developments, maintaining a straightforward, informational approach.

Iran seizes 2 ships in Strait of Hormuz

Actions come after Trump extends two-week ceasefire

With:Christopher Cann,Bart Jansen,Andrea Riquier

Arizona Republic•APR 23, 2026

Provides a factual update on escalating maritime tensions following a presidential ceasefire extension.

Iran: Strait of Hormuz is open again

Trump says naval blockade to continue until deal is reached

With:Christopher Cann,Andrea Riquier,Zac Anderson

Arizona Republic•APR 18, 2026

Provides an update on international maritime security and ongoing ceasefire negotiations, balancing Iranian declarations with US naval policy.

Trump announces a Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

President says leaders agreed to 10-day truce

With:Christopher Cann,Andrea Riquier

Arizona Republic•APR 17, 2026

Iran pledges retaliation for blockade

TRUMP SAYS WAR ‘CLOSE TO OVER’ IN INTERVIEW

With:Christopher Cann

Arizona Republic•APR 16, 2026

Highlights escalating military tensions and economic warfare in the Middle East, contrasting Iranian threats with the US president's optimism.

Lebanon-Israel peace talks begin

U.S. BLOCKADE CONTINUES, INCLUDES 10K TROOPS

With:Christopher Cann,Francesca Chambers

Arizona Republic•APR 15, 2026

Iran lays out conditions for further talks with the U.S.

Tehran says Lebanon must be included in any ceasefire deal

With:Christopher Cann,Zac Anderson

Arizona Republic•APR 11, 2026

Outlines new diplomatic demands from Tehran regarding the inclusion of Lebanon in broader regional ceasefire negotiations.

U.S.-Iran ceasefire is on shaky ground

Israel continues its attacks on Lebanon

With:Christopher Cann

Arizona Republic•APR 10, 2026•Lead Story

The paper highlights the fragility of the recent diplomatic agreement by juxtaposing the ceasefire announcement with the reality of ongoing military strikes.

State media: Iran has closed Strait of Hormuz

News agency: Israeli attacks in Lebanon precipitated action

With:Christopher Cann,Zac Anderson

Arizona Republic•APR 9, 2026

Trump threats to Iran getting more hostile

Iran ramps up its own warnings before deadline

With:Christopher Cann,Francesca Chambers

Arizona Republic•APR 8, 2026•Lead Story

The paper presents the escalating rhetoric between the US and Iran in a straightforward manner, summarising the severity of the threats without editorialising the imminent danger.

World leaders and markets skeptical after Trump speech

Oil prices climb as war on Iran continues

With:Christopher Cann,Bart Jansen,Zac Anderson

Arizona Republic•APR 3, 2026

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Paperboy tracks bylines on the front pages of major US and UK broadsheets. This page shows every front-page story attributed to Michael Loria in our archive, based on bylines extracted from front-page images by AI. It covers only front-page stories — not the full output of this journalist. Data begins April 2026.