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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Senate rejects resolution calling to end the Iran war, as most Republicans stick with Trump
U.S. Senate blocks resolution to end Iran war; GOP largely backs Trump, preserving current military authorities and executive latitude.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarBehind The Veil
More Republicans are breaking from Trump. Is it too little, too late?
More Republicans break from Trump on Iran, tariffs, immigration—moves that may soften rhetoric and shape markets and diplomacy from Tehran’s vantage.
- 8 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump Threatens to “Annihilate” Iran and Its People in UN Address
At the UN in New York, Trump threatened to “annihilate” Iran and its people, alarming diplomats and raising concerns over law, markets, and escalation.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
War-damaged Gaza building housing displaced Palestinian families collapses, killing at least 20 people
A compromised residential building sheltering displaced families in Gaza collapsed, killing at least 20. Rescuers search rubble amid scarce resources.
- 7 min
- Palestine
Military / WarThe Veil
A war by any other name: Republicans recast Iran to fit a shifting agenda
Republicans recast U.S.–Iran hostilities to fit 2026 aims, blurring war labels and shaping policy debates, alliances, and risk signals from Tehran.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump agrees to new bipartisan ethics provision in massive crypto bill, Republican senators say
Republican senators say Trump agreed to tougher ethics rules in a sweeping crypto bill, aiming to build cross-party support ahead of a key vote.
- 7 min
- United States
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
Sen. John Fetterman makes a surprise cameo praising Republicans at the GOP convention
Democrat Sen. John Fetterman lauds Trump and Sen. McCormick in a surprise RNC cameo, elevating debate over the U.S. Steel–Nippon Steel proposal.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Maverick Democratic Senator John Fetterman to appear by video at Trump's Republican convention, reports say
Sen. John Fetterman, a Democrat, is expected to appear by video at Trump’s Republican convention, signaling cross-party outreach on Middle East policy.
- 8 min
- Israel
Military / WarThe Veil
Russia’s strikes near Moldova raise alarm over Putin’s plans for Europe’s eastern flank
Moldova says strikes near its border violated airspace and threaten Danube–Black Sea links, risking grain flows and higher costs into autumn.
- 7 min
- Moldova
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
California’s affordability crisis threatens America’s defense industrial base
Policymakers say high living costs thin skilled trades, delaying hires and raising costs for aerospace and munitions programs across California.
- 8 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Federal judge strikes down Texas restriction on drag shows, offers people a 'simple' solution
A Washington federal court struck down Texas SB 12, citing First Amendment violations and blocking enforcement against drag performances.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. military attacks alleged drug-smuggling boat in Caribbean, killing 4 people
Pentagon says a Washington-directed interdiction killed four; details on identities, vessel flag, and rules of engagement remain limited.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Judge strikes down Texas ban on drag shows, tells people offended by them ‘just don’t go’
Federal judge in Washington, D.C., voids Texas drag ban as unconstitutional, halting enforcement and prompting likely appeal. Decision issued Aug. 26, 2...
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Russian drone strike kills 15 people at shopping mall in Zelenskyy's hometown, Ukraine officials say
Ukrainian officials say a drone attack hit a Kryvyi Rih shopping mall, killing at least 15 and injuring others, with rescue work ongoing after double-ta...
- 7 min
- Ukraine
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 / WarBehind The Veil
Two people are dead after a military helicopter crashes in Texas, sparking a fire
A military helicopter crashed near Salado, Texas, igniting a fire and killing two on board. Officials secured the area; investigations are underway.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Marsha Blackburn Wins Tennessee Republican Gubernatorial Nomination
AP and Decision Desk call Blackburn the Republican nominee, reshaping Tennessee’s race and unifying party support ahead of November.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump-backed Ty Masterson wins Republican nomination for Kansas governor
NBC projects Trump-backed Kansas Senate president Ty Masterson as the GOP nominee, setting up a competitive gubernatorial race this fall.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarBehind The Veil
Russia says a Ukrainian drone struck a busy beach, killing at least 7 people
Russian officials report a drone strike on a crowded beach killed at least seven, including children, and injured about 40. Kyiv has not detailed a resp...
- 8 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
War powers resolution fails as Senate Republicans stand by Trump on Iran
GOP senators halted a bid to curb Iran hostilities, keeping executive latitude amid concerns over dwindling U.S. munitions and Patriot missile stocks.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Summer School: Republicans' crusade to teach voters the 'New Math' on the 'commie caucus'
House Republicans escalate messaging on Iran policy and war powers as Congress recesses, sharpening contrasts with Democrats ahead of fall agenda.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
House votes to end Iran war, but Senate Republicans vote to let Trump continue waging it
Washington, D.C.: House urges U.S. exit from Iran war, but Senate Republicans vote to let Trump continue operations, highlighting a war powers divide.
- 7 min
- United States