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Military / WarThe Veil
Riots loot stores in Frankfurt as European youths protest living costs and military service
Stores were reportedly looted and barricades set on fire in Frankfurt amid protests across Germany over living costs and education.
- 7 min
- Germany
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Putin slams European warmongering as ‘political schizophrenia’
Putin called European warmongering “political schizophrenia” and dismissed claims that Moscow poses a threat.
- 7 min
- Russia
Economy / MarketsThe Veil
European diplomats say they were attacked by Israeli settlers in the West Bank; Israel urges caution before drawing conclusions
European diplomats allege a settler attack near Taybeh. Israeli police say footage appears to show an attack, but the assailants remain unidentified.
- 7 min
- Palestine
Military / WarThe Veil
European diplomats attacked by Israeli settlers in West Bank
European diplomats were reportedly attacked by Israeli settlers in the West Bank. The Israeli military condemned the violence.
- 7 min
- Palestine
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
France, UK step up missile support for Ukraine as European leaders meet
Paris and London pledge expanded missile support for Ukraine amid London talks, aiming to strengthen long‑range and air defenses after recent strikes.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
Ukraine’s ‘Equalizer’ bomb aims to blow up reliance on US, European weapons
Kyiv moves to buy the Vyrivniuvach glide munition, boosting standoff strikes and reducing dependence on U.S. and European arms amid shifting aid.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
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
Firebrand rep unloads on socialist prime minister as 'hordes of military aged men' swarm European country
Rep. Brandon Gill criticizes PM Pedro Sánchez after Ceuta reports 2,000 migrant crossings in 10 days, straining capacity and prompting aid requests.
- 7 min
- Spain
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 / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary carries 2020 echoes: From the Politics Desk
Analysis from Washington: Michigan’s Democratic primary mirrors 2020, spotlighting ideological and generational splits, coalition-building, and turnout.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
NYT panel debates whether Graham Platner is a ‘dirtbag’ or Democrats’ answer to Trump-era politics
Washington panel weighs whether Platner’s hard-edged Senate bid is savvy post‑Trump strategy or alienating persona politics with 2026 stakes.
- 8 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
European stocks set to open lower following U.S. strikes on Iran, mixed messages on peace talks
Futures point to a risk-off European open as U.S. strikes on Iran and mixed peace-talk signals weigh on sentiment; defensives may outperform.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Rubio heads to a NATO meeting as European angst over Trump reliability, US troops, Iran grows
US Secretary of State Rubio heads to NATO meeting in Sweden as allies seek clarity on troop cuts, Article 5 assurances, and Iran tensions.
- 7 min
- Sweden
Military / WarThe Veil
European markets to start the week lower after Trump threatens Iran
European futures point down after Trump’s Iran comments, with haven bids rising and energy, defense in focus ahead of the cash open.
- 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
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
European markets to open higher as Trump considers Iran peace proposal
European equities seen rising Tuesday as reports of Trump considering an Iran peace proposal lift risk appetite ahead of heavy earnings.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
European stocks to open higher as U.S.-Iran ceasefire deadline looms
Futures point to a firmer open amid U.S.–Iran ceasefire talks, with sector moves likely to swing on headlines and energy, defense, and rates shifts.
- 7 min
- Europe
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
Military / WarThe Veil
European markets eye mixed open as traders assess Iran war latest
European futures point to a mixed start as traders weigh Iran war updates, with energy and defense firmer while rate-sensitive sectors may lag.
- 6 min
- Europe