Trump escalates warnings to Hamas and Iran; Bomb cyclone moves east

President Donald Trump is drawing a hard line in the Middle East. After meeting with Israel’s prime minister, he’s warning Hamas to disarm, saying there will be “hell to pay” if the deal collapses. Plus, the U.S. drug war is moving closer to shore. After months of targeting suspected smuggling boats, the U.S. appears to have struck a drug-loading dock inside Venezuela. And a powerful bomb cyclone that hit the Midwest is now pushing east, bringing snow, ice and dangerous winds. It’s also extending travel disruptions for millions. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025.