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Clockwise General News — Kyiv has endured a massive missile barrage, with reports of hypersonic weapons striking the Ukrainian capital overnight. This is the Clockwise General Briefing, 8 AM Eastern. Moving on to domestic news, authorities in Southern California are grappling with a critical situation as 50,000 residents remain evacuated due to a damaged chemical tank in Garden Grove, threatening a potential leak or explosion. Meanwhile, New York City is recovering from a fatal shipyard explosion that claimed one life and injured 36 people.

Clockwise General News — US and Iran are close to a deal that would end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and see Iran give up its stockpile of highly enriched uranium. Regional officials revealed the ongoing negotiations to the Associated Press on Sunday. This is Clockwise general news, 6 AM Eastern. President Donald Trump advised against rushing into a deal, stating negotiations are "orderly and constructive. " This potential agreement would also end fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Clockwise Business News — A potential US-Iran deal is nearing completion, promising significant relief for the global energy crisis. This is Clockwise business news, 6 PM Eastern. Regional officials confirm details are being finalized, with the agreement potentially reopening the critical Strait of Hormuz. This could profoundly impact global oil and gas prices. Global markets saw a notable tech sector rotation over the weekend, particularly impacting Asian and US equities.

Clockwise Politics News — A suspect has been killed after opening fire near a White House security checkpoint, marking the third such incident in a month. This is Clockwise politics news, 4 PM Eastern. The individual, known to the Secret Service, was fatally shot after discharging a weapon near 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. A bystander was also wounded during the exchange of gunfire. In diplomatic developments, the U.

Clockwise General News — climate resilience bill has advanced through Congress, marking a critical step towards bolstering national infrastructure. This is Clockwise general news, 2 PM Eastern. The "Global Climate Resilience Act" aims to provide climate finance and debt relief to vulnerable nations, alongside domestic investment in sustainable solutions.

Clockwise General News — A shooting near the White House has left a suspect dead and a bystander injured, following an exchange of gunfire with Secret Service. This is the Clockwise General Briefing, 8 AM Eastern. Moving on to international affairs, President Trump has indicated that a deal with Iran to end the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz is "largely negotiated. " However, Iranian officials have reportedly dismissed this assertion, suggesting ongoing disagreements remain. In other news, CBS News Radio is slated to cease operations by May 22nd, 2026, after nearly a century on the air.

Clockwise General News — Russia has launched a mass missile and drone attack on Kyiv, with Ukraine's president reporting the use of a powerful hypersonic Oreshnik ballistic missile. This is Clockwise general news, 6 AM Eastern. The overnight Sunday assault shook buildings across Kyiv's city center, tragically killing at least one person and injuring 21 others. Air raid sirens blared as smoke billowed from damaged government offices and residential buildings. Meanwhile, a powerful bomb blast near a railway track in southwest Pakistan has killed at least 23 people and wounded over 70.

Clockwise Business News — A new deep-sea mining rush is underway following a presidential executive order fast-tracking permits. This significant development could reshape resource acquisition. This is Clockwise business news, 6:30 PM Eastern. Businesses are rapidly raising capital, with federal regulators accelerating approvals for seabed mineral access. Regions from American Samoa to Alaska could see auctions for offshore mining this summer and fall.

Clockwise Politics News — The United States and Iran are reportedly close to signing a memorandum of understanding to end the ongoing conflict, with officials hinting at a breakthrough today. This is Clockwise politics news, 4 PM Eastern. Pakistan has been mediating, with officials indicating a final decision on the draft agreement could come within 48 hours. Secretary of State Marco Rubio noted "some progress made" in talks. However, President Trump is simultaneously weighing new airstrikes against Iran should diplomacy fail.

Clockwise General News — Senate today narrowly passed a landmark infrastructure bill, sending crucial legislation to the House for final approval. This is Clockwise general news, 2 PM Eastern. The bipartisan package cleared the Senate by a tight 51-49 vote, securing a significant legislative victory for the administration.