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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran ‘miscalculating’ by betting on midterms after 3-hour talks, Trump officials warn
After three hours of talks, Trump officials warned Iran not to assume rising gas prices or US midterms would weaken his position in nuclear negotiations.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Zelenskyy to seek offramp for years-long Russia war in UN speech after Trump reveals peace deal is close
At the UN in New York, Zelenskyy is set to signal openness to a political offramp as Trump claims a peace deal is near, focusing talks on ceasefire terms.
- 7 min
- United States
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
Finland's Stubb tells German newspaper Russia unlikely to risk attack on NATO
Speaking to Germany’s Bild in Berlin, President Stubb said Russia is unlikely to risk striking any NATO member, signaling steady deterrence and cohesion.
- 7 min
- Germany
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
CIA chief was in Moscow to warn Russia against attacking NATO and encourage cutting off Iran
CIA director visited Moscow to warn against any attack on NATO territory and urge Russia to cut channels aiding Iran amid tense regional risks.
- 6 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Zelenskyy rejects wartime elections citing "huge risk" and "split" for Ukraine
Ukraine’s president says voting during war risks division, prioritizing unity and security amid debate sparked by ex-defense minister’s comments.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
CNN fires back at Trump White House over attacks on reporter, calls them 'beneath the office'
Network defends Kristen Holmes after criticism from Trump team, calling the remarks beneath the office and reaffirming press freedoms.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Report: Iranian Leaders Fear Mojtaba Khamenei’s Decline — Officials ‘Would Not Be Surprised’ by His Martyrdom
Report says senior Iranian officials fear a rapid decline and even “martyrdom” for Mojtaba Khamenei, signaling uncertainty at the top in Tehran.
- 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
DOUG SCHOEN: Trump put 2026 election officials on notice. Now he needs a clear agenda
In Washington, Trump flagged China, Russia, Iran, N. Korea on 2026 threats, pressing officials to prepare and calling for a clear security agenda.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Zelenskiy says Ukraine officials will be held accountable for weapons store
Ukraine’s president says officials who allowed weapons warehouses in residential areas will face consequences, signaling probes and tighter controls.
- 6 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US Seeks Peace Talks, but Iran Says a Deal Is Far Off
Washington sends envoys to gauge de-escalation and sanctions talks; Iran says a comprehensive deal is distant amid mistrust and sequencing disputes.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump names James M. McDonald to lead powerful New York federal prosecutor's office
President Trump names James M. McDonald to head New York’s SDNY, a key post overseeing Wall Street, corruption, and national security cases, pending Sen...
- 7 min
- USA
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Gregg Hull wins New Mexico GOP gubernatorial primary, setting up bid to flip governor’s office
Hull secures the GOP nod for New Mexico’s open governor race, setting a competitive November contest as both parties pivot to fundraising and messaging.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump reveals key Iran concession, warns US will ‘finish it off militarily’ if deal fails
In Washington, Trump said Iran agreed to forgo nukes and warned the U.S. would use force if talks fail, signaling pressure alongside a diplomatic opening.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US officials want UAE to seize Iranian island – Telegraph — RT World News
Report says some US officials are testing a proposal for the UAE to seize Iran’s Lavan Island, a strategic hub, raising escalation and market risks.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Pete Hegseth Mocked By Ghalibaf As US Pays Pre-GFC Rates: Iran Official Says 'Failed TV Host' Cosplaying
From Tehran, Iran’s speaker ridicules Pete Hegseth and links rising U.S. debt and Treasury yields to fading American clout; impact seen as narrative risk.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump says Xi Jinping offered to help broker deal with Iran during high-stakes Beijing talks
Trump says Xi offered to mediate with Iran during high-stakes Beijing talks, signaling potential Chinese role in easing U.S.-Iran tensions.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Saudis feared Trump’s Project Freedom would spur Iran to attack, officials say
Saudi officials were angered by President Donald Trump’s surprise announcement that the U.S. would start guiding ships through the Strait of Hormuz, fea
- 3 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
U.S. Sinks Iranian Boats in Hormuz: Trump Warns Regime Could Be ‘Blown Off' Face of Earth
U.S. forces reportedly sank Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump warned Tehran against attacks on U.S. vessels, raising regional and market ri...
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran says it has received US response to its latest offer for talks
Tehran says it has received a U.S. reply to its talks offer, signaling a possible opening amid high tensions, though details and outcomes remain unclear.
- 6 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump says he is reviewing Iran's new offer but doubts it is 'acceptable'
Trump is assessing a new Iranian proposal but signaled skepticism, as Washington weighs verification and implications amid wider Middle East tensions.
- 6 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Watch Live: Candidates face off in the CBS California Governor's Debate ahead of June 2 primary
Top contenders debate governance, affordability, and public safety ahead of California’s June 2 primary, with stakes high as early voting opens.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Walz shrugs off Minnesota's massive fraud scandal, claims GOP using it as 'excuse'
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz calls a major fraud scandal a GOP “excuse” targeting immigrants, reframing criticism as partisan amid oversight scrutiny.
- 7 min
- United States