Trump provided an update to the posture of U.S. forces in the region. Last Updated: May 2, 2026, 5:46 AM EDT President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes targeting military, government and infrastructure sites. Following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire, initial U.S.-Iran talks in Pakistan earlier this month failed to reach a peace deal. Trump later announced the open-ended extension of the ceasefire and the continuation of the blockade until Iran's proposal is submitted and discussions are concluded "one way or the other." Key Headlines May 01, 2026, 2:49 PM EDT Apr 30, 2026, 4:34 PM EDT Apr 30, 2026, 3:28 PM EDT Apr 30, 2026, 3:01 PM EDT Here's how the news is developing.…