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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
These Senate races may help determine the fate of Social Security
Senators elected in November 2026 will be in office when Social Security's retirement trust fund is projected to run out in 2032. Payments would not end...
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Pentagon designates Chinese cultural centers national security threat
Pete Hegseth said the Pentagon designated cultural programs linked to China’s Confucius Institute a national security threat on Oct. 24, 2026.
- 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
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
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
How Israeli and Palestinian kids are coping 3 years after the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks ignited the Middle East
Three years after the Oct. 7 attacks, two teenagers on opposite sides of the Israel-Gaza border describe how their lives have changed.
- 7 min
- Israel
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump says Iran is "ready to fold up" but the U.S. is sending more troops to the Middle East
Trump predicts Iran will surrender after the U.S. midterms as Washington sends more troops and a third aircraft carrier toward the Middle East.
- 7 min
- Iran
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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Security expert hails Trump's Greenland pact as a 'big deal' on par with Alaska purchase
Security analyst likens U.S.-Denmark Greenland accord to Alaska purchase, citing curbs on Russian and Chinese basing and investment in the Arctic.
- 7 min
- Greenland
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump announces agreement with Denmark to secure ‘permanent’ control over Greenland’s security
Washington announces deal granting the U.S. permanent control over Greenland’s security, expanding Arctic defense roles and reshaping NATO coordination.
- 8 min
- Greenland
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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran Security Chief Warns Trump: ‘The Straits Have Changed’ — ‘Damage Control Won’t Stop What’s Coming’
From Tehran, Iran’s security chief says deterrence at key maritime chokepoints has changed, signaling potential escalation for Gulf shipping and oil flows.
- 7 min
- Iran
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
Ukrainian security services face new scrutiny after Kiev gunfight – for speaking Russian — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
Ukraine’s ombudswoman seeks explanations after operatives reportedly used Russian during a Kyiv shootout, pressing agencies on language policy.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
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 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
Trump's slight of South Korea in favor of North raises broader US security concerns
Washington move to cut joint exercises alarms Seoul, raising questions over readiness, deterrence, and the durability of U.S. commitments in Northeast A...
- 7 min
- South Korea
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump says security threat spurred secret plane swap in Turkey
Trump says a security alert prompted a last‑minute aircraft change during his undisclosed post‑NATO departure from Turkey; details remain unclear.
- 7 min
- Turkey