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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Lauren Sánchez Bezos sparks backlash with ‘inappropriate’ plunging dress at state dinner
Lauren Sánchez Bezos faced criticism over her plunging-neckline dress at a White House state dinner honoring Chinese President Xi Jinping.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Britain’s rhetorical war, Zelensky’s UN crashout, deep state media exposed: RT stories that shaped the week — RT World News
RT’s roundup spotlights UK’s hardened Ukraine stance, Zelensky’s UN procedural gambit, and claims of coordinated Western media messaging.
- 7 min
- United Kingdom
Military / WarThe Veil
Blast hits military site in NATO state — RT World News
Seven injured in a blast at a Sweden military-associated shooting range; site and conditions unconfirmed as authorities investigate the cause.
- 7 min
- Sweden
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump’s latest branding battle: From the Politics Desk
Kennedy Center-linked Trump branding fight and House GOP defections on an Iran-related vote reveal messaging and policy rifts in Washington.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
GOP shifts message on costs as Iran war drags on: From the Politics Desk
Republicans recalibrate inflation and spending rhetoric amid Iran war, weighing security costs against affordability ahead of 2026 races.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Iowa supervisor slams ban on guaranteed income programs as state ‘waging ideological wars’
Mandi Remington condemns Iowa’s new prohibition on city and county cash aid pilots, fueling a home-rule fight over welfare policy and governance.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Former Pentagon AI chief warns Flock cameras could create 'China-like surveillance state' in the US
Mark Beall cautions that widespread Flock ALPR use without strict guardrails and court oversight could steer the U.S. toward a surveillance state.
- 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
Canada’s state TV orders staff not to call 9
Internal guidance urges neutral terminology ahead of 25th anniversary events in New York, drawing swift public and political reaction.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Woman Arrested in Plot to Bomb New York State Capitol
Justice Dept. says woman arrested in Isis-inspired plan; plot in prep stage, no injuries or damage. Security reviews expected after Aug. 21 action.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Chinese national in blue state charged with illegally voting in federal election under another man's name: DOJ
Yupeng Sun is accused of using another man’s identity to register and vote in the 2024 federal election. Charges were announced in Washington, D.C.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Russian state economist fired after stark warning about Moscow’s economic future
Andrei Klepach was dismissed in Moscow after cautioning that Russia faces capacity and financing limits as EU readies new sanctions on its industry.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
The Constitution at a standstill: From the Politics Desk
Politics Desk: Iran war fallout slows Capitol Hill action on budgets, force protection, and energy security as markets brace for prolonged risks.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Recount puts Trump-backed challenger in the lead of Indiana state Senate primary
Paula Copenhaver edges incumbent in Indiana GOP Senate primary after recount; lead is provisional pending canvass and potential legal review.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
State Department raises travel warning for part of Spain as migrant surge sparks military deployment
State Department urges reconsider travel to Ceuta as Spain deploys military to manage mass arrivals, tighten border security, and stabilize services.
- 7 min
- Spain
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Carville says one democratic socialist's 'lunacy of the highest level' policy could haunt swing state Dems
From Washington, James Carville says far-left primary victories in MI and WI—and a “lunacy-level” policy—could alienate moderates ahead of November.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Todd Blanche’s rocky road: From the Politics Desk
From Tehran, rising scrutiny meets Blanche’s AG path and a volatile Iran war, with fast swings driven by leadership signals and alliance pressures.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil prices surge as Congress splits on Iran war votes: From the Politics Desk
Oil surged July 23 as Iran tensions rose and Congress advanced rival war and sanctions measures, boosting supply risk and market volatility.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US state mistakenly let hundreds of non-citizens vote — RT World News
Gov. Mikie Sherrill says a software error registered thousands, enabling nearly 400 to vote; officials probe voter systems amid election security scrutiny.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Declassified Intelligence Records: China ‘Compromised’ at Least 18 State Voter Rolls
White House releases files alleging China accessed at least 18 U.S. state voter databases, spurring inquiries from election and intelligence officials.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
State Department congratulates Keiko Fujimori as Peru's president-elect following razor-thin vote count
State Department congratulates Fujimori after razor-thin July 1 runoff, signaling early validation as Peru faces legal reviews, protests, and market tests.
- 7 min
- Peru
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump admin backs Bolivia state of emergency as leftist ex-leader's loyalists fracture nation
Washington supports Bolivia’s conservative government amid a state of emergency, as clashes and blockades grow and rights concerns rise.
- 7 min
- Bolivia
Military / WarThe Veil
Explosive-laden drone found in NATO state amid Ukrainian attack wave (PHOTOS) — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
Estonia reports a downed drone with ~5 kg of explosives, likely misdirected from Ukraine–Russia attacks. No injuries; probe and security steps underway.
- 7 min
- Estonia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Bolivia’s president declares state of emergency over blockade crisis
President Rodrigo Paz announces emergency to restore mobility and protect services as protests over rising costs disrupt transport and supplies.
- 7 min
- Bolivia