Israel and Iran Halt Military Operations; Four States Hold Primary Elections

Israel and Iran said they would halt military operations against each other, marking a shift after weeks of escalating attacks between the two countries.

The agreement came through diplomatic channels following a cycle of strikes that began in early April when Iran launched missiles at Israel. Israel responded with airstrikes on Iranian targets. The ceasefire does not address underlying disputes between the countries but signals both sides have chosen to step back from immediate military action.

Voters in four states head to polls Tuesday to choose their preferred candidates for statewide offices. The primary elections will determine which candidates advance to general elections later this year. State officials have prepared voting locations and poll workers across the four states.

Former President Donald Trump made statements about election administration in California, asserting that voting procedures there could allow fraudulent activity. California election officials have said their voting systems include multiple security measures. Trump provided no documentation to support his assertions. California's secretary of state has defended the state's election processes in previous public statements.