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Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
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
Iran says choice on reopening Hormuz ‘rests with the United States’ after deal offer
Tehran signals shipping could resume if Washington accepts its framework, putting pressure on US diplomacy as energy and freight risks mount.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump: Iran Regime ‘Getting Weaker and Weaker by the Day’
Trump says Iran’s regime is weakening amid tensions and economic strain. Tehran’s response could sway regional risk, markets, and deterrence signals.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Beshear says U.S. needs to "fix the darn government," including abolishing Electoral College
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear calls to “fix the darn government,” urging Electoral College abolition amid 2026 races and election policy debates.
- 9 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Darline Graham’s primary challenge and Trump shifts to ‘low-keying’ it with Iran: Morning Rundown
Darline Graham enters a tough GOP primary as Trump adopts a quieter Iran posture, testing whether disciplined messaging can move voters and de-escalate.
- 8 min
- Iran
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
'A big effing deal': Graham's final mission moves forward after his death
Bipartisan Senate plan sets 500% tariffs, targets oil shadow fleet; impact hinges on House, enforcement, and allied coordination.
- 8 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
This EU state’s anti-Russian crusade has become a strategic dead end
Policy paper argues Warsaw’s hardline approach ties its EU leverage to Ukraine aid, heightening domestic strain and limiting room in EU decisions.
- 8 min
- Poland
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
4 dead in Kentucky after heavy rain and floods put 12 state roads "out of commission," governor says
Severe storms triggered floods in Kentucky, killing four as at least 12 state roads closed. Rescues, damage checks, and utility repairs are underway.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump and Iranian president sign 60-day truce
Leaders announce a 60‑day pause to enable direct talks on enrichment limits, inspections, and regional security, with verification central to progress.
- 8 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
NYT panel debates whether Graham Platner is a ‘dirtbag’ or Democrats’ answer to Trump-era politics
Washington panel weighs whether Platner’s hard-edged Senate bid is savvy post‑Trump strategy or alienating persona politics with 2026 stakes.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Russia opens door to ‘new relationship’ with U.S. as Putin wrestles with Ukraine deadlock
At SPIEF in St. Petersburg, Putin hints at a possible U.S.–Russia reset amid Ukraine stalemate, testing diplomacy while military pressure persists.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Ex-Pentagon official says UAP files reveal 'treasure trove' of intelligence dating back to the 1940s
Luis Elizondo says newly surfaced U.S. documents show decades of serious UAP tracking and policy work dating to the 1940s in Washington.
- 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
California governor candidates tangle over immigration, homelessness in tense debate
The seven top candidates in California’s race for governor sparred at a tense debate Wednesday, throwing criticisms at one another over a litany of issu
- 3 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Iran unswayed by Trump's 48-hour deadline and threats to 'obliterate' energy infrastructure
Iran refuses Trump’s deadline, warns of retaliation on Gulf energy and desalination sites as markets, shipping, and insurers brace for disruption.
- 8 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Iran attempts to crush dissent with a wave of arrests after deadly crackdown
After a brutal crackdown on anti-government protests that left thousands dead, Iranian authorities are taking the next step to crush dissent: mass arrests
- 6 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Four Supreme Court justices face Trump at State of the Union days after tariffs ruling
Four Supreme Court justices attend President Donald Trump's State of the Union, days after he lambasted them for overturning many of his tariffs.
- 7 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
Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Slide Ahead Of Fed Meeting Minutes: Analyst Says BTC In An Area Where They'd 'Fancy' Buying Some - Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust (BTC) (ARCA:BTC)
Leading cryptocurrencies tumbled, while stocks closed higher on Tuesday, as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s minutes from January’s policy meeting.
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Will The Government Shut Down Again On Valentine's Day? Prediction Market Says This Might Happen
Another government shutdown looms as Democrats block funding bills for Department of Homeland Security. Prediction market bets on 96% chance.
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
CNBC Daily Open: Takaichi's victory sends Japan's Nikkei 225 to new highs
Japan's Sanae Takaichi and her ruling Liberal Democratic Party overwhelmingly found the support of voters in a Sunday election, sweeping a supermajority.
- 8 min
- Japan
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Man charged with threatening to kill J.D. Vance
A man has been charged with threatening to kill US Vice President J.D. Vance
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
India's central bank keeps policy rates steady at 5.25% as U.S., EU trade deals ease growth concerns
Economists polled by Reuters had forecast the policy rate to remain unchanged at 5.25%.
- 8 min
- India