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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Extended interview: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the U.S.-Iran war
In a D.C. interview, Iran’s president outlined terms to ease Strait access as a confidence step, signaling conditional de-escalation amid ongoing conflict.
- 7 min
- United States
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
Beyond killer robots: China's real AI threat to America is already here, experts warn
Experts in Washington say China’s open-source AI and distillation efforts, not robots, risk eroding U.S. advantages and complicating controls.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump to tout deals, defend Iran war in UN speech
At the UN in New York, Trump will promote deals and justify U.S. actions on Iran, with markets and allies watching for shifts in sanctions and strategy.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump to address U.N. amid tensions with allies, war with Iran and Russia-Ukraine war
At UNGA in New York, Trump’s speech will be parsed for shifts on Iran and Ukraine, alliance commitments, and energy security as leaders meet.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Live Updates: Iran warns "geography of the war" would expand in response to any new U.S. assault
Tehran cautions the conflict’s scope may expand if the U.S. launches new attacks, signaling regional risks to security, energy routes, and stability.
- 6 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran war largely ignored at the Republican midterm convention
At the U.S. GOP midterm convention, leaders largely avoided Iran war specifics, favoring domestic themes as Trump and officials offered brief mentions.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump says the war in Iran will end after Election Day
At a Dallas rally, Trump said the Iran war would end after Election Day, framing the conflict as contingent on electoral outcomes to project competence.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Netanyahu rejects claim he was warned ahead of Oct. 7, as 2023 attack fuels pre-election furor
Israeli PM rejects report of UAE advance warning on 2023 attack, sparking pre-election scrutiny over accountability, intelligence and regional ties.
- 7 min
- Israel
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump’s ‘Tanker‑for‑Tanker’ Policy Escalates: U.S. Strikes 3 IRGC Oil Tankers After Iran Targets 2 Warships
Washington expands ‘tanker-for-tanker’ policy, hitting three IRGC-linked oil vessels after Iran targeted two U.S. warships, raising Gulf maritime risks.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Philippine Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Vice President Sara Duterte
Trial court orders arrest of Vice President Sara Duterte over alleged public threat against President Marcos Jr., heightening political tensions.
- 7 min
- Philippines
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
649 years ago, a prominent Muslim scholar warned us about Mayor Mamdani's ideas
Policy signal links Mamdani’s municipal grocery plan to Ibn Khaldun’s cautions on state overreach as New York weighs costs, access, and market impact.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
5 political cartoons about the trade war with Canada
Five Canadian cartoons critique Trump-era tariffs, highlighting trade tensions, sector strains, and public sentiment shaping policy narratives.
- 7 min
- Canada
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
CIA chief was in Moscow to warn Russia against attacking NATO and encourage cutting off Iran
CIA director visited Moscow to warn against any attack on NATO territory and urge Russia to cut channels aiding Iran amid tense regional risks.
- 6 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Fire destroys drone-hit Wildberries warehouse in Russia's Tambov region, governor says
A drone-linked blaze razed a Wildberries hub near Tambov, Russia, with no immediate casualty details. Disruptions to deliveries and jobs are expected.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
What Donald Duck Can Teach Trump About Going to War
Tokyo analysis links WWII-era entertainment propaganda to today’s U.S. rhetoric on conflict in the Indo-Pacific, probing how media shapes public consent.
- 8 min
- Japan
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Zelenskyy rejects wartime elections citing "huge risk" and "split" for Ukraine
Ukraine’s president says voting during war risks division, prioritizing unity and security amid debate sparked by ex-defense minister’s comments.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Russian online retailer Ozon warehouse in Orenburg region hit in drone attack, governor says
Orenburg governor says debris struck an Ozon site on Aug 23, affecting two facilities; no immediate casualty details. Logistics may face brief disruption.
- 7 min
- Russia
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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran’s latest warning to the US signals the hardliners are just getting started
Iran issues a fresh warning to the US, testing resolve and hinting at wider asymmetric responses as regional security and energy routes face new risks.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ousted Ukrainian Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov on the war with Russia
Ousted Ukrainian defense chief Mykhailo Fedorov speaks in Moscow, shaping perceptions on battlefield momentum, alliances, and Kyiv’s defense leadership.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
South Korea proposes dialogue to end war with North Korea
South Korea’s president invites North Korea to peace talks, seeking a shift from armistice to a peace mechanism; details and timelines not set.
- 7 min
- South Korea
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
‘Revenge is inevitable’: Iran ramps up propaganda war with violent billboards
State-linked media deploy violent billboards and AI visuals to signal resolve and shape perceptions in Iran, Washington, and the region.
- 8 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Abdul El-Sayed says he hopes to campaign with Obama after ‘warm and inspiring’ call
Democratic Senate hopeful says a warm call with Obama could lead to fall events, signaling national coordination and potential momentum in Michigan.
- 6 min
- United States