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Military / WarThe Veil
Inside the chip talent war: Trade secrets and rising Chinese rivals
As Chinese chipmakers gain ground, competition for semiconductor specialists is heightening tensions over trade secrets.
- 7 min
- China
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump’s Next Trade War Could Be With Congress
Lawmakers want to reclaim authority over Trump's unpopular tariffs, raising the prospect of a dispute over who controls U.S. trade policy.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump faces bipartisan backlash over waiving Russia sanctions
President Trump defends his decision to waive Russia sanctions amid bipartisan backlash in Washington, D.C.
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
President Trump faces backlash over Russia sanctions relief
Trump campaigned for midterm candidates in Kentucky on Oct. 17, 2026. Richmond is cited as the political signal's location, not a confirmed rally venue.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump waives broad new Russia sanctions and tariffs under Graham Act, citing national interest
On Oct. 17, 2026, President Trump waived broad new sanctions and tariffs targeting Russia under the Graham Act, citing the national interest.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Zelenskyy urges support for new US sanctions on Russia after Trump puts them on hold
After Trump put new U.S. sanctions on Russia on hold, Zelenskyy called for public support for the measures. No policy change was reported.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump suspends new Russia sanctions following deal to purchase diesel, citing ‘national interests’
A report says Trump suspended new sanctions passed by Congress against Russia following a diesel purchase deal, citing “national interests.”
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Ukraine Resumes Strikes on Russian Oil Refineries
An Oct. 15, 2026, brief reports renewed Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries. It names no sites and does not confirm a strike in Moscow.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
China Sanctions Paraguay and Belize for Recognizing Taiwan
Beijing sanctioned ministers from Paraguay and Belize over their countries’ recognition of Taiwan. The sanctions’ terms and practical effects remain unc...
- 7 min
- China
Military / WarThe Veil
Why is the trade deficit getting bigger?
A Washington event description dated October 9, 2026, says the U.S. trade deficit reached $100 billion in August, with imports exceeding exports.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Senators push the Trump administration to act swiftly on Russian sanctions to help Ukraine
Bipartisan Senate leaders in Washington urged the Trump administration on Oct. 7, 2026, to move quickly on Russian sanctions intended to help Ukraine.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Treasury sanctions operation targets Iran's auto, rail industries in latest economic attack
A U.S. Treasury sanctions move targets Iran's auto and rail sectors. The account does not identify specific targets, exemptions or effective dates.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
EU court strikes down sanctions extension against former Russian senator — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
General Court in Luxembourg voids two renewals; latest EU listing still contested, with implications for evidentiary standards and future rollovers.
- 7 min
- Luxembourg
World TradeThe Veil
The Houthis: a new threat to oil supplies
Yemen-linked Houthis signal capacity to disrupt Red Sea energy flows, risking reroutes, higher costs, and price volatility amid insurance and naval shifts.
- 7 min
- Yemen
Military / WarThe Veil
US lifts sanctions targeting Eritrea's ruling party and the military
Treasury ends measures targeting Eritrea’s leadership and forces, signaling a policy shift from Washington with cautious regional and market watch.
- 7 min
- Eritrea
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Zelenskyy thanks Trump for signing 'critically important' Russia sanctions bill
Ukraine hails new U.S. law expanding Russia sanctions, seeking sustained pressure on Moscow as implementation details and market reactions loom.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
House passes Russia sanctions bill named for Lindsey Graham, sending it to Trump
U.S. House approves Russia-Iran sanctions bill, named for Sen. Lindsey Graham, sending it to President Trump for signature amid heightened tensions.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil falls as U.S. crude inventories reportedly rise, traders weigh Saudi pipeline closure
Crude falls after a surprise U.S. inventory build, offsetting supply-risk from a Saudi pipeline closure as markets assess duration and data credibility.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump calls on Ukraine to stop targeting Russian refineries as both countries trade strikes
From Moscow, Trump calls on Kyiv to stop hitting Russian refineries as Russia and Ukraine trade drone attacks, raising risks to civilians and fuel supply.
- 7 min
- Russia
Global SummitsThe Veil
BRICS New Delhi declaration rejects sanctions, nuclear threats and terrorism — RT India
BRICS leaders in New Delhi reject unilateral sanctions, nuclear threats and terrorism, and call for UN reforms, signaling coordinated policy aims.
- 7 min
- India
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil markets surge as the U.S. and Iran trade new attacks
Benchmark crude rose intraday after new U.S.-Iran exchanges raised Middle East supply and shipping risks, lifting energy and defense stocks.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. sanctions Iranian airlines in aim to tighten economic squeeze as war spreads, oil rises
Washington blacklists remaining Iranian carriers, tightening compliance and raising energy risk as regional conflict widens and oil prices climb.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
US Military Strikes Three Iranian Oil Tankers
Pentagon says precise, limited strikes targeted Iran-linked oil vessels, framed as retaliation amid rising maritime security tensions.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Rebuilding bridges: the US lifts sanctions on Syria
Washington ends Syria sanctions, aiming to spur rebuilding, trade, and aid. Markets eye logistics, cement, power, and telecoms amid cautious oversight.
- 7 min
- Syria