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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Protesters of Xi's policies push for change in earshot of White House visit with Trump
Demonstrators in Washington rallied within earshot of Trump’s meeting with Xi, spotlighting rights, trade, and security concerns alongside formal talks.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump-backed Senate candidate says 'Groceries cost too much,' calls for Iran war to 'end quickly'
In Washington, Mike Rogers says groceries cost too much and urges a quick end to the Iran war, aligning GOP inflation talk with hawkish policy.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Xi prepares China ‘for battle’ as expert warns of grave danger facing US ahead of DC summit
Leaders meet in D.C. as tensions sharpen over security, trade, and influence; markets and allies watch for steps on controls, tariffs, and military ties.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Democratic senators request Pentagon provide ‘bare minimum’ on cost of Iran war
Lawmakers seek a comprehensive cost estimate for a potential Iran war, signaling rising oversight pressure amid escalating U.S.–Iran tensions.
- 6 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran war has cost Pentagon $38 billion and depleted missile stockpiles, CBO says
CBO says the Iran war has cost the Pentagon $38B and drained key missile inventories, raising readiness and procurement concerns in Washington.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran War could cost $2 billion per month, Congressional Budget Office estimates
CBO reports $38B spent Feb. 28–Aug. 1 on Iran war operations, averaging $2B monthly, informing budget debates as conflict continues into late Q3 2026.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Pennsylvania man accused of plotting ISIS attack arrested with rifle and 190 rounds of ammunition: DOJ
DOJ says a Pennsylvania man was arrested with a rifle and 190 rounds amid an alleged ISIS-inspired plot. No injuries reported; probe continues.
- 6 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran strikes on US diplomatic facilities in 4 Gulf countries cost $184M: IG report
State Dept. watchdog reports $184M in damage to U.S. diplomatic sites in four Gulf countries, prompting repairs, security upgrades, and possible relocat...
- 7 min
- Gulf region
Military / WarThe Veil
Satellite images show extent of damage to Saudi Arabia’s oil pipeline that bypasses Strait of Hormuz
Riyadh shuts key pipeline bypassing the Strait of Hormuz after attacks, raising security concerns and short-term risks to crude flows and logistics.
- 7 min
- Saudi Arabia
Military / WarThe Veil
‘Jaws of Death’: Iran Down to 2 Months of Fuel as U.S. Blockade Chokes Export Lifeline
U.S. measures squeeze Iran’s fuel supply, risking rationing, transport strains, and market volatility as Tehran weighs options to bridge shortfalls.
- 8 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Fears of a Canadian trade war are overblown. So far, it’s more of a skirmish
Analysts say U.S.–Canada friction remains contained, with targeted measures and consultations under USMCA keeping supply chains moving.
- 7 min
- Canada
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Putin warns of ‘catastrophic scenario’ for Ukraine
After Kyiv strikes economic targets, Putin signals potential retaliation and pressure on infrastructure and energy routes, raising regional risk.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran war forces America to confront the strategic cost of deterring China
USS George Washington to relieve USS Abraham Lincoln in Mideast, trimming visible Pacific presence and testing deterrence signals near China.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump's slight of South Korea in favor of North raises broader US security concerns
Washington move to cut joint exercises alarms Seoul, raising questions over readiness, deterrence, and the durability of U.S. commitments in Northeast A...
- 7 min
- South Korea
Military / WarThe Veil
Ukraine launches hundreds of drones into Russia in one of the largest aerial attacks of the war
Hundreds of Ukrainian drones targeted deep sites in Russia, igniting a Moscow-region logistics hub and disrupting transport amid intense air defenses.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
Ukraine launches one of its largest aerial attacks of the war, killing at least 6 people in Russia
Ukraine launched a major drone barrage across Russia, killing at least six and disrupting services in Moscow as air defenses engaged multiple regions.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
Is the US running out of missiles?
U.S. missile inventories face pressure during Iran ops, with resupply timelines, industry capacity, and funding debates shaping near-term options.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Five months of war with Iran
In Tehran, month five of the U.S.–Iran war sees heightened messaging, covert constraints, and volatile tactical theaters shaping leverage.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Founder of Russian retailer Wildberries calls Ukrainian attacks 'acts of terrorism'
Wildberries’ founder condemns reported Ukrainian drone strikes as terrorism, citing civilian impact and service disruption; details on damage not given.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
Bombshell voting scandal adds to pattern of noncitizen voters as Trump warns of threat to ‘heart' of democracy
New reports cite 25 years of noncitizens on rolls; NJ flags 6,600 ineligible registrations as Trump warns of risks to democracy.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Zelenskyy accuses Russia of assisting Iran with satellite imagery of U.S. bases in Middle East
From Washington, Zelenskyy alleges Russia shares satellite data with Iran on U.S. bases in the Middle East, raising force protection and policy stakes.
- 7 min
- Middle East
Military / WarThe Veil
Pete Hegseth Estimates US War With Iran Has Cost $37.5B So Far
Commentator Pete Hegseth estimates $37.5B spent on Iran-related operations as U.S. launches new strikes and Pentagon seeks $7B more from Congress.
- 7 min
- Iran
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Secretary Hegseth grilled over growing cost of war with Iran
Senators press Hegseth on timelines, oversight, and funding as fresh Iran-linked attacks heighten concerns over mission scope and spending.
- 7 min
- United States