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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran’s president strikes a defiant tone at U.N. after Trump threats
Iran’s president rejects external pressure in U.N. address, aiming to rally allies as U.S.–Iran tensions rise and diplomats weigh risks for talks and tr...
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump Weighs Return to Major Iran Strikes: ‘I Have a Big Decision Coming Up’
From Washington, Trump says a “big decision” is near on resuming large-scale U.S. strikes on Iran, raising risks for regional security and markets.
- 8 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ukraine and Russia target energy infrastructure in strikes despite Trump
Russia and Ukraine hit each other’s energy assets on Sept. 15, defying a touted pause. Ongoing strikes risk blackouts and strain grid security.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Drone nearly strikes Zelenskyy’s plane before takeoff for Norwegian king’s funeral, PM says
Norway’s PM says a Russian drone nearly struck Zelenskyy’s aircraft before takeoff in Chișinău, prompting airspace closure and emergency coordination.
- 7 min
- Moldova
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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Putin pauses strikes on Kiev — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
Russia halts strikes on Kyiv for three days as U.S. intermediaries explore de-escalation; Ukraine gives no reciprocal pledge, risks remain.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump: U.S. May Strike Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain Nuclear Site ‘Very Soon’
From Washington, Trump says the U.S. may hit Iran’s fortified Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site “very soon,” raising tensions and market risk.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump turns to a dual economic and military approach in latest attempt to squeeze Iran
White House pivots to tighter sanctions and deterrent deployments targeting Tehran, raising Gulf uncertainty and testing alliances.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
U.S. has launched ‘large and powerful’ strikes on Iran, Trump says
Washington says U.S. forces hit Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz; details on casualties and targets remain unclear as reactions develop.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Former Navy intelligence officer reacts to first U.S. strikes in Iran after weeks of relative calm
Analyst calls the Iran strikes a calibrated deterrent move, warning of miscalculation risks and urging clear signals to allies and adversaries.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ukraine launches investigation after Russian strike on depot near homes triggers explosions, kills 27
Kyiv opens investigation into depot near homes after a Russian strike sparked explosions, killing at least 27. Safety breaches and protocols under review.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran proves that it might change its military leaders, but it’s not changing strategy
Tehran consolidates command under Mojtaba Khamenei while maintaining its regional posture, boosting deterrence and proxy coordination, analysts say.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran Admits to Major Infrastructure Damage from U.S. Strikes
President Pezeshkian surveys hit transport hubs as Washington and Tehran brace for institutional and political responses in the coming days.
- 7 min
- Iran
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
U.S. launches 13th straight night of strikes on Iran
Washington confirms continued strikes on Iran-linked assets, aiming at deterrence as regional risks and potential proxy reprisals grow.
- 6 min
- Iran
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
Trump: U.S. Hit Iran ‘Very Hard’ as CENTCOM Completes 9th Night of Strikes
From Washington, Trump says CENTCOM struck in Iran for nine nights after U.S. troop deaths, raising regional risk and drawing calls for de-escalation.
- 7 min
- Iran
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
U.S. announces more strikes on Iran over Strait of Hormuz
U.S. plans follow-on strikes and a 20% “safe passage” fee to pressure Iran’s control of the Strait of Hormuz, raising shipping and energy market risks.
- 8 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
Months after U.S. and Israeli strikes, Iran readies massive funeral for Khamenei
Iran prepares a large, state-led funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, aiming to project unity and continuity as observers watch signals on succession.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
U.S.-Iran talks postponed as Vance cancels trip and Israel intensifies strikes in southern Lebanon
JD Vance cancels Switzerland trip, postponing backchannel talks, as Israeli strikes intensify in southern Lebanon and de-escalation prospects dim.
- 7 min
- Lebanon
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Senate Shoots Down Resolution to Limit Trump’s Military Authority Over Iran
U.S. Senate votes down bid to limit Trump’s Iran military authority, preserving executive flexibility and intensifying war powers debate.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump Rips Netanyahu After Israel Strikes Lebanon
Ex-U.S. President Trump rebukes Israel’s Netanyahu after Beirut strikes, reshaping U.S. debate and signaling shifts amid escalating regional tensions.
- 7 min
- Lebanon