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Where things stand after Iran's new pitch for a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz
Tehran signals de-escalation for sanctions relief and security guarantees as UN and Europeans shape steps; markets watch for verification and timing.
- 8 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump bashes Democrats on crime while campaigning for Michael Whatley in North Carolina
In Washington, Trump backs Michael Whatley in North Carolina’s pivotal Senate race, sharpening crime rhetoric as both parties vie to sway moderates.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump fires back after protester interrupts Myrtle Beach rally for Graham: 'Mom is voting for us'
A brief protest disrupted Trump’s Myrtle Beach rally for Sen. Darline Graham, prompting a quip as security intervened and the event quickly resumed.
- 8 min
- USA
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
WATCH beaming Israeli security minister unveil execution facility for Palestinians — RT World News
Itamar Ben Gvir unveils site linked to new death-penalty law for Palestinian prisoners, drawing legal and international scrutiny amid rising tensions.
- 8 min
- Israel
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Chicago teachers union boss vows to push petitions for Mayor Brandon Johnson’s re-election
CTU president Stacy Davis Gates will gather petitions to place Mayor Brandon Johnson on the 2026 ballot, signaling coordinated labor support in Chicago.
- 7 min
- USA
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Bill Maher admits he could vote for JD Vance, warns 'cowardly' Democrats face socialist takeover
In Washington, Maher says he may back JD Vance in 2028 if Democrats embrace DSA-aligned policies, warning party leaders against a socialist shift.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Tim Scott doesn't rule out Darline Graham running for her brother Lindsey's Senate seat: "Why not her?"
In Washington, Tim Scott said “Why not her?” about Darline Graham as a contender for Lindsey Graham’s vacant South Carolina Senate seat.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Newsom faces criticism for state's stance on trans athletes in girls' sports after SCOTUS ruling
California backs trans athletes in girls’ sports despite a Supreme Court ruling, raising compliance, liability, and school sports governance questions.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Huge crowds turn out in Tehran for funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Tehran sees large turnouts as funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei begin, with tight security, official processions, and broad media coverage.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Iran and Oman propose fee plan for Strait of Hormuz, sources say
Proposal would formalize joint stewardship with transit fees, raising legal and market questions as shipping, energy players assess impacts.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Colorado AG Phil Weiser wins Democratic primary for governor over Sen. Michael Bennet
Phil Weiser defeats Sen. Michael Bennet in Colorado’s Democratic gubernatorial primary, per NBC News at 01:39 UTC, reshaping the 2026 race.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Christine Drazan wins Oregon GOP primary for governor, setting up rematch with Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek
NBC projects Drazan wins Oregon’s GOP primary, advancing to a rematch with Gov. Tina Kotek in a deep-blue state as November messaging begins.
- 9 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Live updating Pennsylvania 2026 primary election results for governor, lieutenant governor and U.S. House
Real-time results for Pennsylvania’s 2026 primaries for governor, lieutenant governor, and all U.S. House seats, with ongoing returns and analysis.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump delays ‘very major attack’ on Iran for 2–3 days
From Washington, Trump pauses a planned major attack on Iran for 2–3 days to allow negotiations, keeping military options ready amid Gulf tensions.
- 8 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump Attacks Boebert For Campaigning For Massie, Calls For Challenger
In Washington, Trump criticized Rep. Boebert for campaigning with Rep. Massie and called for a challenger, highlighting rising GOP factional tensions.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Stephen A Smith blasts Trump for Army-Navy executive order: 'Who the hell does he think he is?'
Sports host Stephen A. Smith questions Trump’s Army–Navy executive order, sparking debate on presidential influence in sports and media governance.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Who sits where for the State of the Union? See the seating chart for the 2026 address
The highest-ranking officials in Washington will be present for President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday night — here's what to know about where t...
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
NYC seeks emergency snow shovelers for blizzard, requires IDs not needed to vote
New York City recruits emergency snow shovelers, requiring multiple forms of ID, contrasting with election policy.
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Murky outlook for businesses after tariff ruling prompts countermoves by Trump
Businesses face a new wave of uncertainty after the Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump under an emergency powers law and Trump ...
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Justice Department swiftly fires lawyer chosen as top federal prosecutor for Virginia office
A lawyer picked by judges to serve as the top federal prosecutor for a Virginia office that pursued cases against foes of President Donald Trump has been swiftl...
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump could attack Iran in days — what's at stake for the oil market
President Trump has warned Iran that an attack would be "far worse" than the U.S. airstrikes that targeted its nuclear facilities last June.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump’s Board of Peace rallies ‘thousands’ of troops for Gaza deployment
The US president has claimed that member states also committed $5 billion to the “humanitarian” initiative in the Palestinian enclave
- 6 min
- Palestine
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Rubio calls for U.S. and Europe to "revitalize an old friendship" in speech to allies
Secretary of State Marco Rubio made it clear the Trump administration would stick to its guns on policy, but offered a tone seen as softer and more reassuring.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Indian man pleads guilty in murder-for-hire case of US-based Sikh separatist
US prosecutors allege that Nikhil Gupta was directed by an Indian government official to kill a Sikh separatist in the country
- 6 min
- India