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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Zelenskyy to seek offramp for years-long Russia war in UN speech after Trump reveals peace deal is close
At the UN in New York, Zelenskyy is set to signal openness to a political offramp as Trump claims a peace deal is near, focusing talks on ceasefire terms.
- 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
Dem House candidate settles years-long $55K debt fight with former mother-in-law weeks before election
Bob Brooks resolves years-long $55K dispute with ex–mother-in-law weeks before 2026 election, easing legal risk but inviting scrutiny in final stretch.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
A look inside program giving future Nat Sec experts 5-year head start amid evolving threats: ‘Ready day one’
New program pairs students with U.S. agencies on live policy and AI, aiming a five-year head start for “ready day one” roles starting in 2026.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Chris Pappas Cuts New Hampshire Senate TV Ad Spending: Report
Pappas’s Senate campaign reportedly pulls TV buys in a NH market, signaling a rapid resource shift as polls show a dead heat with John Sununu.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ukraine lost $1.2 bn to defense fraud and waste in one year – NYT — RT World News
Secret audits reportedly cite $1.2bn lost to defense fraud, waste, and mismanagement in 2024, raising oversight concerns for Kyiv and Western donors.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
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
Trump loses bid to transfer New York hush money case to federal court
A federal judge rejected Trump’s bid to move the hush money case to federal court, keeping the Manhattan prosecution on track in New York state court.
- 7 min
- United States
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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Five Years on, Washington Is Failing Afghanistan Again
Five years after the U.S. withdrawal, aid freezes and red tape from Washington are curbing food and health services in Afghanistan, hitting mothers hard...
- 7 min
- Afghanistan
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Colombia’s New President Faces His First Major Test
Days after taking office, de la Espriella faces his first test as a major earthquake prompts nationwide rescue efforts and infrastructure checks.
- 7 min
- Colombia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump ally 'El Tigre' sworn in as Colombia's new president amid continent's rightward shift
Right-leaning Abelardo de la Espriella takes office, facing a fragmented Congress, security and fiscal tests, and regional rightward realignment.
- 7 min
- Colombia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
New CDC director is confirmed, giving agency its first permanent leader in a year
U.S. Senate approves Dr. Erica Schwartz to lead the CDC, ending a year without a permanent chief and setting direction on reforms and preparedness.
- 6 min
- USA
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump threatens more strikes on Iran if new talks stall
President Trump signaled the U.S. could resume strikes on Iran if new diplomacy stalls, keeping pressure high as Tehran and Washington test de-escalation.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Why Trump's new tariff blitz is very different this time round
Sweeping tariffs on 60 partners, including EU, China and UK, spur volatility fears, legal questions and potential retaliation as details emerge.
- 7 min
- United Kingdom
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
New round of strikes targeting Iran underway, U.S. officials say
U.S. officials say a 10th straight night of strikes on Iranian targets is underway near Tehran, signaling a sustained retaliatory campaign.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Tom Homan warns ICE surge coming to New York City as Mamdani boasts about sanctuary status
Tom Homan signals intensified ICE operations in NYC as Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani defends sanctuary policies, setting up legal and policy battles.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Netanyahu could be arrested during New York visit – mayor
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is exploring if NYC can legally arrest Israel’s PM during his UN visit, raising questions on jurisdiction and immunity.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Leavitt addresses new wave of U.S. strikes on Iran: "President Trump is not going to sit by"
Fifth straight day of U.S. strikes prompts firm message from Trump campaign’s Karoline Leavitt, signaling sustained pressure and deterrence aims.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US Launches New Strikes on Iran After It Closes Strait of Hormuz
Washington orders new strikes after Iran again shuts the Strait of Hormuz, raising risks for Gulf shipping, energy markets, and regional stability.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
New York Times calls University of California's 'test-blind' admissions policy a 'terrible' mistake
New York Times Editorial Board calls UC’s test-blind admissions a mistake, pressuring Regents to revisit testing as 2027 planning begins.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran’s New Supreme Leader Absent From His Father’s Funeral
Iran holds state funeral in Tehran; designated successor, reportedly Khamenei’s son, is absent, fueling questions over succession unity and authority.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
NY Governor Kathy Hochul tries to get Bills chant going at new stadium, completely fails
At the Bills’ new stadium ribbon‑cutting, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s attempted chant fizzled, creating a brief viral moment amid an otherwise celebratory launch.
- 7 min
- USA
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
WATCH: AOC won't rule out Senate bid after New York progressives notch primary wins: 'Inspired and encouraged'
After progressive primary wins in New York, Rep. Ocasio-Cortez says she’s inspired and won’t rule out a future Senate run, signaling party shifts.
- 7 min
- USA