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24 results for “east asia allies”
Military / WarThe Veil
El Sayed's left-wing allies attack 'evil' Stevens after bombshell Rogers endorsement
Hasan Piker and Mehdi Hasan criticized Haley Stevens's endorsement of Mike Rogers amid an Israel-related ad controversy in Michigan's Senate race.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Exclusive-US has for years asked Musk to alter Starlink service in Ukraine, Middle East, sources say
Reuters sources say the requests spanned years and preceded this month's throttling of Ukraine's military Starlink access. The outcomes remain unclear.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
Saudi Arabia spends billions on its military. Why can't it stop deadly attacks by Iran's Houthi allies?
Experts cite geography, interceptor shortages and evolving Houthi tactics as challenges for Saudi defenses despite billions in military spending.
- 7 min
- Saudi Arabia
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. ramps up warnings to Americans in Middle East after deadly Houthi strikes
U.S. diplomatic missions across the Middle East issued fresh warnings to Americans amid deadly Houthi strikes against Saudi Arabia.
- 7 min
- United Arab Emirates
Military / WarThe Veil
Brent crude hovers near $109 a barrel as Ukraine resumes energy strikes, tankers attacked in Middle East
Brent crude hovered near $109 a barrel on Oct. 18, 2026, as reports of attacks on energy infrastructure and shipping raised oil-supply concerns.
- 7 min
- Russia
Diplomacy / TreatiesThe Veil
Rubio heads to Central Asia as some wonder if he's keeping the most pressing matters at a distance
The secretary of state's 31st trip abroad raises questions about competing priorities, but the account offers no evidence that he is avoiding other matt...
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil gains as Middle East hostilities stoke supply worries
Oil rose on supply worries as Trump and advisers discussed possible renewed large-scale U.S. operations in Iran. No supply disruption was established.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Allies unite behind Saudi Arabia as more Iranian flights restricted
Saudi, Turkish, and Pakistani chiefs weigh coordinated support amid Houthi attacks; tighter Iranian flight limits target suspected supply lines.
- 7 min
- Saudi Arabia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US allies need to shoot down Russian aircraft testing NATO boundaries, Czech president warns
Petr Pavel warns allies may need to down Russian aircraft testing NATO boundaries, urging clear red lines amid rising border probes and tensions.
- 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
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. urges Americans to reconsider Middle East travel as Iran tensions rise
Washington issues advisory as Hormuz closure reports, Houthi attacks raise risks to regional air and sea routes, impacting travel, shipping, and markets.
- 7 min
- United States
World TradeThe Veil
Russia can’t be isolated as long as it has the Far East
Russia’s Far East ports and rail links deepen eastward trade, adding routes and upgrades that boost reliable throughput despite Western sanctions.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran is forging a new ring of proxies to threaten US allies in the Gulf, officials say
US and Saudi officials say Tehran is building broader proxy links to threaten Gulf partners, prompting Washington reviews and Saudi defenses.
- 8 min
- Saudi Arabia
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran-backed Houthis attack four Saudi cities in expansion of Middle East war, 73 hurt
Iran-aligned Houthis hit four southern Saudi cities on Sept. 8, injuring 73 and testing air defenses amid rising regional tensions and risks to infrastr...
- 8 min
- Saudi Arabia
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil prices rise on escalation in Middle East
Crude gains as reported U.S. strikes and Israeli threats raise fears of Iran-related supply risks and transit disruptions in the Middle East.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran attacks U.S. allies in Gulf region as Trump downplays peace deal potential
Iran reportedly attacked U.S.-aligned partners in the Gulf, prompting security alerts, market jitters, and tighter defenses as Trump downplays peace talks.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
How U.S. Allies Can Resist Washington’s Bullying
Allies weigh coordinated legal and diplomatic steps to defend the ICC, balancing principled stances with risks to trade, defense, and tech ties.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
I’m president of one of America’s most reliable allies. Here’s how we stand up to Russia
Romania details Patriot, HIMARS, F‑16-to-F‑35, and Abrams buys to boost NATO burden-sharing and Black Sea defense; signals closer U.S. coordination.
- 7 min
- Romania
Military / WarThe Veil
AMB GORDON SONDLAND: Our allies enjoyed a free ride trading with Iran. Trump is shutting that down
Ex-U.S. envoy Gordon Sondland says Trump-era policy will force partners to choose U.S. markets over trade with Iran, raising secondary-sanctions risks.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran says the world has accepted it has defeated the US, and other Middle East developments
Tehran asserts it has “defeated” the US, challenging Washington’s stance, while France and Saudi Arabia explore alternative diplomatic and economic chan...
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Israeli defense minister puts NATO power on notice as Middle East tensions surge: ‘Dangerous adventures’
From Jerusalem, Israel’s Israel Katz cautions Turkey against “dangerous adventures” in Syria, signaling firm defense of Israeli interests as tensions rise.
- 7 min
- Israel
Military / WarThe Veil
Diesel in California rises to $7 a gallon as wars in Europe and Middle East strain supply
California diesel climbs to about $7/gal, squeezing farms and freight. Tight deliveries, higher surcharges, and possible price hikes loom into September.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US pulls last aircraft carrier in Asia as Trump focuses on Iran and the Western Hemisphere
Washington shifts its final Pacific carrier to prioritize Iran and the Western Hemisphere, leaving a temporary gap in Asia’s deterrence posture.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Tyler Feehan's mother and fiancée recall his excitement before fatal Middle East deployment
His mother and fiancée recall his excitement before deployment. He died in an Iranian drone attack and will receive the Bronze Star and Purple Heart.
- 6 min
- Jordan