A massive explosion has rocked Bandar Abbas, one of Iran’s key Gulf cities, leaving 1 dead and 14 injured as an eight-storey building suffers extensive damage to floors, vehicles and nearby shops. The mysterious blast comes amid rising tensions between Iran and the US, with Tehran pointing fingers at the United States, Israel, and Europe for allegedly “provoking” recent civil unrest. President Trump stated that Iran is now seeking a diplomatic deal under pressure while emphasizing that the US maintains a strong military presence in the Gulf as a warning signal. Meanwhile, the Iranian president has firmly rejected any negotiations over nuclear technology and missile defense capabilities, calling them non-negotiable. WATCH 

US President Donald Trump lashed out at an ABC News reporter during a White House event after being questioned about a $10 billion lawsuit involving the IRS and Treasury Department. The exchange unfolded as the reporter attempted to ask about the lawsuit, which was filed by Trump along with his two oldest sons. Instead of responding, the president dismissed the reporter, criticized her tone, and labeled ABC as “fake news” before moving on to another question.