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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
PRESIDENT PAZ: Bolivia has rejected socialism and is open for business
Bolivia invites private and foreign investment in lithium, gas, and infrastructure after years of socialism; frameworks and safeguards pending.
- 7 min
- Bolivia
Military / WarThe Veil
China is taking the fight to the stars. America must reclaim space supremacy
U.S. officials warn of China’s on-orbit space control, urging stronger defenses and cislunar strategies to protect satellites and critical systems.
- 6 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump Threatens to “Annihilate” Iran and Its People in UN Address
At the UN in New York, Trump threatened to “annihilate” Iran and its people, alarming diplomats and raising concerns over law, markets, and escalation.
- 7 min
- United States
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump is fighting Iran with strategic clarity — and America is winning
U.S. launches coordinated strikes, cyber ops, and tighter sanctions to curb Iran’s nuclear, missile, and drone capabilities; markets brace for fallout.
- 7 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
Military / WarThe Veil
Only China, India, and Russia Can End the Iran War
U.S. signals de-escalation may rely on Beijing, New Delhi, and Moscow, citing their channels to Tehran as energy and shipping risks mount.
- 7 min
- India
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Andy Card and Walter Isaacson Share Reflections on 9/11 Attacks
At a New York commemoration, Card and Isaacson offer reflections on 9/11, adding institutional memory and media context amid ceremonies by national lead...
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Hillary Clinton: 'I hate' Trump and Netanyahu's governments but love America and Israel
In D.C., Hillary Clinton says she hates Trump and Netanyahu governments but affirms love for America and Israel, separating leaders from nations.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran threatens tankers near Bahrain and Kuwait after US strikes
Washington confirms strikes on Iranian naval assets as Iran warns oil tankers near Bahrain and Kuwait, heightening Gulf shipping risk.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil extends gains after US and Iran strike ships
Crude rises in early Monday trade as reciprocal US-Iran vessel strikes heighten maritime risk, boosting supply risk premiums and volatility in Asia.
- 7 min
- Singapore
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Russia and India expanding industrial cooperation – Moscow — RT India
Moscow signals readiness to share technology with India, widening cooperation in manufacturing, energy equipment, and transport; details pending.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
Stars and Stripes shows how government‑funded journalism can work – if it’s free to report the truth
Pentagon oversight moves spur alarm over limits on Stars and Stripes’ independent reporting, raising questions on transparency and government-funded media.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Threats to civilian ships and aircraft constitute ‘state terrorism’ – Putin
In Moscow, Putin condemned attacks or threats against Russian ships and aircraft as “state terrorism,” signaling tougher security and policy responses.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
Send your questions for Richard Engel on Ukraine and more
Submit questions for Richard Engel in Kyiv on the deadly warehouse strike, air defenses, logistics, and what to expect in the coming weeks.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
Pentagon fires 3 employees from Stars and Stripes after CBS News interview
Defense Department dismisses publisher, editor, and reporter in Arlington, raising issues of editorial independence and Pentagon-media oversight.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Pentagon fires longtime publisher, editor, reporter from military newspaper Stars and Stripes
Defense Department fires the publisher, editor-in-chief, and a reporter in Washington, citing unauthorized media appearance; newsroom faces uncertainty.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Pentagon officials mulling the firing of military newspaper Stars and Stripes publisher
Officials in Washington may remove publisher Max Lederer before retirement, raising questions about press autonomy and stability at the military paper.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Israel and America Agree on Gaza’s New Leader
Washington and Jerusalem align behind Ali Shaath for Gaza’s post-conflict leadership, eyeing technocratic stability amid uncertain local reception.
- 7 min
- Palestine
Military / WarThe Veil
Russia and Ukraine exchange 103 POWs – MOD
Moscow confirms a reciprocal exchange of 103 prisoners each, mediated by the UAE, marking a significant humanitarian move amid ongoing hostilities.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
A timeline of Trump's threats and backtracks against Iran
CBS charts Trump’s threats toward Iran and later reversals, and how Tehran reads the mixed signals for deterrence, energy risks, and diplomacy.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Russia and Ukraine Are Mutually Shutting Down the Black Sea
Strikes on ports and vessels are curbing traffic and grain flows, raising insurance costs and risks as both sides contest sea lanes.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
Fragile ceasefire between U.S. and Iran
Trump signals a pause in U.S. strikes as talks explore limited de-escalation; details, verification, and sanctions scope remain unclear.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump pauses Iran attacks and wildfires rage in U.S. and Europe: Weekend Rundown
Weekend sees a pause in planned Iran strikes amid tentative talks, while severe wildfires strain services across the U.S. and Europe.
- 8 min
- United States