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Military / WarThe Veil
Trump warns Iran will be hit 'really hard' if nuclear negotiations collapse again
From Washington, Trump warns Tehran of severe response if Strait of Hormuz and nuclear negotiations collapse, raising risks to shipping and energy markets.
- 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
Congress fails to restrict Trump’s Iran war powers — RT World News
Washington senators voted down a measure to limit Trump’s Iran war authority, preserving executive latitude amid partisan divides and Mideast tensions.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Pete Hegseth puts cost of Iran war at $37.5 billion as the Pentagon seeks more money from Congress
Defense officials lift Iran war estimate to $37.5B amid funding push, sparking partisan debate over scope, timelines, and fiscal tradeoffs.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Closed-door outburst turns into victory for Trump’s Iran negotiations
Republicans unite to halt Democratic bid to curb Iran powers, giving the White House a procedural win as U.S.-Iran talks near.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Thune says Congress should have a say in Iran deal as GOP unease grows
Sen. John Thune says Congress should weigh in on a U.S.–Iran deal amid GOP concerns over sanctions relief, verification, and durable approval.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Vance heads abroad for Iran negotiations, and a cheating scandal hits India: Weekend Rundown
Vance holds back‑channel Iran talks in Geneva as India’s exam-cheating crisis spurs protests, court moves, and policy pressure amid fragile markets.
- 7 min
- Switzerland
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
JD Vance arrives in Switzerland to join Kushner and Witkoff for new round of Iran negotiations
Vice President JD Vance arrives in Switzerland for backchannel U.S.–Iran negotiations on sanctions relief, de‑escalation, and oil flow assurances.
- 7 min
- Switzerland
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Vice President JD Vance heads to Switzerland for Iran negotiations
Vice President JD Vance leaves Maryland for Switzerland to join U.S.–Iran negotiations amid regional tensions and scrutiny over de-escalation aims.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
The U.S.-Iran negotiations have been chaotic. But the confusion has only grown since the MOU was signed.
Competing readouts and unclear timelines sow confusion after a Washington-signed MOU, as verification, sequencing, and guarantees remain unsettled.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S.-Iran negotiations postponed as Netanyahu blasts Hezbollah over apparent attacks
Backchannel talks were postponed amid Israel–Hezbollah clashes, with Washington calling the delay tactical as risks rise along the Lebanon border.
- 7 min
- Lebanon
Military / WarThe Veil
Sen. Raphael Warnock says "it's past time for Congress to assert itself" in Iran war
Sen. Raphael Warnock calls for Congress to reassert oversight of U.S. actions tied to the Iran war, signaling potential hearings and limits on operations.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Sen. James Lankford says Congress should ratify any deal Trump makes with Iran
Sen. James Lankford urges congressional ratification for any future Trump-Iran agreement, aiming for durable policy amid debate on executive authority.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Congress Prepares for a Consequential Iran Vote
Lawmakers weigh tougher or recalibrated pressure on Iran, with market and security risks elevated as Tehran watches U.S. divisions.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil climbs as U.S.-Iran trade strikes while Trump says negotiations with Tehran underway
Crude gains after US reports downing Iranian missiles, while Trump says talks with Tehran are underway, highlighting Gulf risks and market volatility.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran negotiations ‘deadlocked’ as Trump says ceasefire is ‘on life support’
President Trump warns the U.S. ceasefire with Iran is “on life support” after he rejected Iran’s response to his peace proposal. NBC News correspondents
- 3 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump warns college sports could be ‘lost forever’ as committee pushes changes, Congress urged to act
President Donald Trump pressures Congress to overhaul college sports, warning the system could be "lost forever" as a White House committee proposes lim
- 3 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Palestinian soccer boss refuses to shake hands with Israeli counterpart at FIFA Congress
Jibril Rajoub declined Basim Sheikh Suliman’s handshake at the May 2 FIFA Congress, spotlighting geopolitical tensions and potential policy ripple effects.
- 7 min
- Israel
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump aims to reset war powers clock with controversial bid to bypass Congress
Administration claims Iran ceasefire restarts 60-day limit as U.S.-led blockade continues, drawing separation-of-powers challenges and market watch.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Pentagon Demands Congress Burn Millions to Make Name Change Official
Defense Department asks Congress for funds to rename agency, sparking debate over costs, messaging, and policy signals amid budget talks.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
CNN host Smerconish urges Congress to authorize Iran war before deadline
CNN’s Michael Smerconish presses Congress to approve Trump’s Iran military operations before a looming deadline, spotlighting war-powers debate.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Two Democratic reps call for Swalwell to exit Congress as controversy swirls around his bid for CA governor
In Sacramento, two House Democrats call on Eric Swalwell to resign and exit the California governor race amid new sexual assault allegations.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Vance says US-Iran talks end without deal after 21 hours of negotiations
US Vice President JD Vance says intensive US–Iran talks ended without agreement after Iran rejected terms on nuclear assurances.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
More Troops Arrive in Middle East as Trump Hails Iran Negotiations
Thousands of US troops deploy amid widening hostilities; Trump says Iran may ease blockade, signaling talks as shipping and energy risks rise.
- 7 min
- Iran