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Military / WarThe Veil
Iran Escalates with Attacks on Ships and Omani Island
Iranian forces reportedly attacked navigation systems on Oman's Didamar island in the Strait of Hormuz. Damage and effects on shipping remain unconfirmed.
- 7 min
- Oman
Military / WarThe Veil
Missiles target Kyiv and wound 5 as Ukraine prepares for talks with Russia and the US
Missile explosions in Kyiv wounded at least five people early Saturday as Ukraine prepared for talks with Russia and the US the following week.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
Democrat sweep gives markets a reason to rethink path of interest rates
Markets are reassessing the path of U.S. interest rates after a Democratic sweep, but no change in rate policy has been confirmed.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Texas governor race tightens in prediction markets, but Abbott remains favored
Prediction markets still favor Greg Abbott to win a fourth term as Texas governor, though his lead has narrowed in recent weeks.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump rallies in Iowa and Kansas as Republicans fight to keep Senate and House control
President Donald Trump wraps up his midterm campaign with rallies in Iowa and Kansas as Republicans fight to keep control of the House and Senate.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump pivots away from Ukraine and toward Russia
A supplied account says the administration called Putin “a humanitarian,” but names no speaker or change to Ukraine aid, sanctions or talks.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Qatar deal to buy U.S. natural gas shows how Iran war has redrawn global energy markets
The deal reflects changes in global energy markets amid the Iran war, which has benefited U.S. liquefied natural gas exporters.
- 7 min
- Qatar
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Takeaways from Michigan and Kansas Senate debates
Among the final major debates of the 2026 midterms, Wednesday's Michigan and Kansas Senate events offered a study in contrasts.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump Endorses Netanyahu: 'Has Been Strong, Brave, and Brilliant'
President Donald Trump endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for reelection, calling him “strong, brave, and brilliant.”
- 7 min
- Israel
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Alaska's Sullivan and Peltola clash over Iran and high prices in testy Senate debate
Sullivan and Peltola debated Iran and high consumer prices in a televised exchange. The account provides no detailed policy proposals.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
China Sanctions Paraguay and Belize for Recognizing Taiwan
Beijing sanctioned ministers from Paraguay and Belize over their countries’ recognition of Taiwan. The sanctions’ terms and practical effects remain unc...
- 7 min
- China
Military / WarThe Veil
El-Sayed and Rogers spar over Iran and Trump, and toss insults, in Michigan Senate debate
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers sparred over Iran and Trump and traded insults during a Michigan Senate debate.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Susan Collins and Troy Jackson clash over Trump and seniority in Maine’s first Senate debate
In their first Senate debate, Susan Collins and Troy Jackson clashed over Donald Trump and whether Collins’s seniority is an advantage.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Why Japan’s markets flipped the usual script after central bank rate hike
After a BOJ hike, the yen weakened, JGB yields fell, and the Nikkei gained, signaling a dovish take and support for exporters and carry trades.
- 7 min
- Japan
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Hillary Clinton: 'I hate' Trump and Netanyahu's governments but love America and Israel
In D.C., Hillary Clinton says she hates Trump and Netanyahu governments but affirms love for America and Israel, separating leaders from nations.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil markets surge as the U.S. and Iran trade new attacks
Benchmark crude rose intraday after new U.S.-Iran exchanges raised Middle East supply and shipping risks, lifting energy and defense stocks.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil extends gains after US and Iran strike ships
Crude rises in early Monday trade as reciprocal US-Iran vessel strikes heighten maritime risk, boosting supply risk premiums and volatility in Asia.
- 7 min
- Singapore
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Russia and India expanding industrial cooperation – Moscow — RT India
Moscow signals readiness to share technology with India, widening cooperation in manufacturing, energy equipment, and transport; details pending.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Six months into the Iran war: Markets become accustomed to stalemate with no end in sight
Six months into the Iran war, Tehran markets show reduced volatility and priced-in stalemate, focusing on energy flows, sanctions, and supply chains.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Israel and America Agree on Gaza’s New Leader
Washington and Jerusalem align behind Ali Shaath for Gaza’s post-conflict leadership, eyeing technocratic stability amid uncertain local reception.
- 7 min
- Palestine
Military / WarThe Veil
Russia and Ukraine exchange 103 POWs – MOD
Moscow confirms a reciprocal exchange of 103 prisoners each, mediated by the UAE, marking a significant humanitarian move amid ongoing hostilities.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
Fragile ceasefire between U.S. and Iran
Trump signals a pause in U.S. strikes as talks explore limited de-escalation; details, verification, and sanctions scope remain unclear.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump pauses Iran attacks and wildfires rage in U.S. and Europe: Weekend Rundown
Weekend sees a pause in planned Iran strikes amid tentative talks, while severe wildfires strain services across the U.S. and Europe.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran's forces attack Bahrain and Kuwait after US hits Iranian ports and cities
U.S. strikes in Iran prompt Iranian attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait, escalating Gulf risks to energy, shipping, and regional security, per Reuters.
- 7 min
- Bahrain