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24 results for “middle east policy”
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Expert: Images of damaged U.S. bases in Middle East show Iran "getting help from Russia and China"
CBS obtains images of major damage at U.S. Middle East bases; ex-DoD official says strike patterns suggest Iranian help from Russia, China.
- 7 min
- Middle East
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-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
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
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
Military / WarThe Veil
After criticism, Canada's CBC changes policy that said not to label 9/11 attacks 'terrorism'
Canada’s CBC now permits calling the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks terrorism, carving out an exception while keeping its broader terminology policy intact.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
CBC adjusts its 9/11 language guidance after terrorism policy leaked
Canada’s CBC updates style on using “terrorist” for 9/11 after a leaked memo, granting editors more latitude while keeping attribution options.
- 6 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
Ex-counterterrorism chief advocates for Trump to 'walk away from' Iran war, yank troops out of Middle East
In Washington, Joe Kent urged Trump to shun war with Iran and withdraw U.S. forces, framing it as strategic recalibration amid heightened tensions.
- 7 min
- United States
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran loses key economic lifeline in Middle East that Trump's sanctions couldn't reach as deadlock persists
Abu Dhabi suspends transactions with Tehran, cutting a key Gulf lifeline and straining Iran’s liquidity, logistics, and imports as security risks rise.
- 7 min
- United Arab Emirates
Military / WarThe Veil
Tyler Feehan's mother and fiancée recall his excitement before fatal Middle East deployment
Family recalls 1st Lt. Tyler Feehan’s optimism before his death in an Iranian drone attack; he will receive the Bronze Star and Purple Heart posthumously.
- 7 min
- Middle East
Military / WarThe Veil
Yemen’s Houthis claim attack on Aramco oil facility in Saudi Arabia, and other Middle East news
Yemen’s Houthis say they hit a Saudi Aramco facility; Saudi confirmation and damage details are unclear as markets and shippers watch for ripple effects.
- 7 min
- Saudi Arabia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Carville says one democratic socialist's 'lunacy of the highest level' policy could haunt swing state Dems
From Washington, James Carville says far-left primary victories in MI and WI—and a “lunacy-level” policy—could alienate moderates ahead of November.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran Launches Surprise Missile Attack on US Forces in Middle East
US Central Command says multiple Iranian missiles were intercepted; Washington coordinates with partners as risk of follow-on attacks remains.
- 7 min
- Middle East
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Zelenskyy accuses Russia of assisting Iran with satellite imagery of U.S. bases in Middle East
From Washington, Zelenskyy alleges Russia shares satellite data with Iran on U.S. bases in the Middle East, raising force protection and policy stakes.
- 7 min
- Middle East
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran hits U.S. facilities in the Middle East as Trump is pressed on exit strategy
Iran hits U.S. bases across the Middle East, escalating a cycle of retaliation as Washington urges a clear exit strategy and raises readiness levels.
- 7 min
- Middle East
Military / WarThe Veil
Brent oil tops $90 as US, Iran expand strikes in the Middle East
Brent crude jumps above $90 after reports of expanded US–Iran strikes, fueling supply-risk fears and market hedging despite no confirmed outages.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Spain wins the World Cup, and U.S. service members killed in the Middle East: Weekend Rundown
Spain tops Argentina to claim the World Cup as U.S. mourns two troops killed amid U.S.-Iran strikes; Tate brothers’ arrests add to a volatile news cycle.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil pipelines around the Strait of Hormuz won't end the threat Iran poses to Middle East crude exports
Analysts say new Hormuz-bypass pipelines reduce risk but leave exports exposed to sabotage, cyber threats, and chokepoints amid ongoing Gulf tensions.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Middle East expert says he does not think the ceasefire with Iran is fully over
Middle East expert says ceasefire may persist despite U.S. strikes on Iran-linked assets, as Washington and Tehran test messages and limit escalation.
- 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