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Military / WarThe Veil
The ugliest political ad of 2026 (so far)
An editorial headline calls Vivek Ramaswamy's latest attack ad unusually harsh. The ad's script, target and impact are not detailed.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Headlines for October 22, 2026
U.S. and Israeli militaries reportedly draft plans for possible strikes on Iran after the midterms; Saudi Arabia says a Houthi oil-field attack killed f...
- 8 min
- Saudi Arabia
Military / WarThe Veil
Headlines for October 21, 2026
October 21 headlines report an Ansar Allah attack on Taiz and say 250,000 Yemenis have been displaced since July. A separate report covers executions in...
- 7 min
- Yemen
Military / WarThe Veil
Headlines for October 02, 2026
An October 2 headline says Pike survived an execution and is hospitalized in critical condition. It names no hospital or source for “cruel and tortuous.”
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Headlines for September 21, 2026
Iran warns the U.S. against new regional action as Houthis claim a Riyadh attack; media access disputes in the U.S. add to a tense information climate.
- 7 min
- Saudi Arabia
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump’s latest branding battle: From the Politics Desk
Kennedy Center-linked Trump branding fight and House GOP defections on an Iran-related vote reveal messaging and policy rifts in Washington.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
GOP shifts message on costs as Iran war drags on: From the Politics Desk
Republicans recalibrate inflation and spending rhetoric amid Iran war, weighing security costs against affordability ahead of 2026 races.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
The Constitution at a standstill: From the Politics Desk
Politics Desk: Iran war fallout slows Capitol Hill action on budgets, force protection, and energy security as markets brace for prolonged risks.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Todd Blanche’s rocky road: From the Politics Desk
From Tehran, rising scrutiny meets Blanche’s AG path and a volatile Iran war, with fast swings driven by leadership signals and alliance pressures.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil prices surge as Congress splits on Iran war votes: From the Politics Desk
Oil surged July 23 as Iran tensions rose and Congress advanced rival war and sanctions measures, boosting supply risk and market volatility.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
DOUG SCHOEN: Trump put 2026 election officials on notice. Now he needs a clear agenda
In Washington, Trump flagged China, Russia, Iran, N. Korea on 2026 threats, pressing officials to prepare and calling for a clear security agenda.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Full transcript: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 31, 2026
Full May 31, 2026 transcript: Zelenskyy urges timely aid, clear rules on Western arms, and united backing amid Russian strikes and air defense gaps.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Global SummitsThe Veil
Defense spending, China in Asia and lessons from Ukraine: Takeways from the 2026 IISS Shangri-La Dialogue
Defense chiefs weighed China’s posture, spending, and Ukraine lessons, eyeing maritime security, industry capacity, and rules to guide regional deterrence.
- 7 min
- Singapore
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil drops 20% from 2026 peak on optimism over U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks
Crude falls from 2026 highs as U.S.-brokered Iran talks ease supply risk near the Strait of Hormuz; airlines rise, energy stocks slip.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump’s China trips ends with more questions than answers: From the Politics Desk
High-profile meetings yielded few specifics, leaving open questions on trade, tech access, security, and potential follow-up talks.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Transcript: Minneapolis Fed president and CEO Neel Kashkari on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
Minneapolis Fed’s Neel Kashkari discusses inflation and rate outlook on CBS, with remarks poised to shape market expectations into Monday.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
FIFA confirms Iran will play all 2026 World Cup group-stage matches on US soil despite tensions
Gianni Infantino confirms Iran’s three group matches will be held in U.S. host cities, with enhanced security and logistics amid political tensions.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
For Democratic veterans making midterm pitches, the Iran war is personal: From the Politics Desk
Military-service Democrats spotlight opposition to the two-month Iran war, blending security credentials with anti-escalation appeals ahead of primaries.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
The Iran war collides with Mamdani's message on high costs: From the Politics Desk
Kristen Welker previews an interview with NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani on the economic, political, and civil liberties costs of the expanding Iran war.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
The key deadlines that could shape the future of the Iran war: From the Politics Desk
Looming votes, briefings, and retaliation windows may steer escalation or restraint in Iran as markets and security posture react fast.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ukraine's unique role in the Iran war: From the Politics Desk
Reports of discreet Ukrainian assistance to Iran conflict raise pressure inside NATO and could reshape Kyiv’s standing amid alliance caution.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Mojtaba Khamenei To Be Removed Before 2026 Ends? Here's What Crypto Prediction Market Says About Iran's New Supreme Leader
Mojtaba Khamenei may have been appointed Iran's Supreme Leader only days ago, but cryptocurrency bettors are already wagering on how soon he might exit.
- 3 min
- Iran
Society / CultureThe Veil
3/1/2026: Iran; Under Siege; Breaking the Cycle
First, Reza Pahlavi on the future of Iran. Then, a look at threats against U.S. judges under Trump. And, breaking the cycle of school shootings.
- 4 min
- Iran
Society / CultureThe Veil
Watch Trump's 2026 State of the Union address in 2 minutes
Watch Trump's 2026 State of the Union address in 2 minutes
- 6 min
- United States