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Military / WarThe Veil
The Biggest October Surprise of All
A retrospective on the 1962 standoff over Soviet missiles in Cuba, the deal that averted war and its lasting impact on U.S. presidential leadership.
- 7 min
- Cuba
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Hegseth discusses Iran with Netanyahu in unannounced visit to Israel, officials say
Officials say U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth discussed Iran with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during an unannounced visit to Israel.
- 9 min
- Israel
Military / WarThe Veil
Russia pounds Kyiv during German chancellor’s visit in a new escalation
Air raid sirens sounded and booms were heard in Kyiv as Germany's chancellor arrived by train. Sites hit and any casualties remain unconfirmed.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
Ukraine’s surprise robot offensive exposes a vulnerability in Putin’s war machine
Ukraine's surprise use of robotic systems may challenge Russian defenses, but experts caution it is not a decisive breakthrough.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump, campaigning in Ohio, says the midterms will bring a ‘big surprise’
At a rally in Vandalia, Trump backed Republicans in competitive Ohio Senate and governor races and predicted a 'big surprise' in the midterms.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump’s planned Choctaw Nation rally will be the latest visit to Indian Country
President Donald Trump plans a rally in Durant, Oklahoma, in the Choctaw Nation. The Oct. 1, 2026, signal does not specify a rally time.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
UAE Confirms Secret Visit from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
UAE state media confirm Netanyahu visited to meet the UAE president. The visit's date and agenda were not disclosed; no agreement was reported.
- 7 min
- United Arab Emirates
World TradeThe Veil
China, US agree to AI dialogue, tariff cuts on $30 billion in goods during Xi visit
Beijing and Washington agree to trim tariffs and start formal AI talks during Xi’s visit, signaling cautious easing of trade tensions and focus on safety.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Protesters of Xi's policies push for change in earshot of White House visit with Trump
Demonstrators in Washington rallied within earshot of Trump’s meeting with Xi, spotlighting rights, trade, and security concerns alongside formal talks.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Watch Live: Demonstrators Gather in D.C. to Protest China’s Xi Jinping Visit
Demonstrators rally near federal sites as Xi Jinping meets U.S. officials; human rights and trade top messages amid tight security and road closures.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
In war's opening days, Iran's attacks on Bahrain caught Navy families and sailors by surprise
Surprise scale and duration of Iranian attacks disrupted Fifth Fleet routines in Manama, straining communications, logistics, and local daily life.
- 7 min
- Bahrain
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Sen. John Fetterman makes a surprise cameo praising Republicans at the GOP convention
Democrat Sen. John Fetterman lauds Trump and Sen. McCormick in a surprise RNC cameo, elevating debate over the U.S. Steel–Nippon Steel proposal.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Russian strikes continue following visit by Witkoff and Kushner to Kyiv
Ballistic strikes targeted Kyiv after visits by Witkoff and Kushner; air defenses engaged as authorities assess casualties and damage.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump's envoys Witkoff and Kushner to visit Moscow, Kyiv with proposal to end war in Ukraine
Witkoff and Kushner plan early Sept. talks in Kyiv and Moscow to test terms for direct negotiations, security guarantees, and potential ceasefire steps.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump says he’ll visit Pentagon, rather than Ground Zero, for 9/11 ceremony
Former President Trump plans to mark the 25th 9/11 anniversary at the Pentagon, shifting focus from Ground Zero and drawing scrutiny over symbolism and...
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump says he'll visit Pentagon, not NYC, to commemorate 25 years since 9/11
President Trump will commemorate the 25th 9/11 anniversary at the Pentagon in Arlington, focusing on service members and defense personnel.
- 8 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
London doubles down, Meta hides the evidence, surprise visitors in Moscow: RT stories that shaped the week
RT spotlights secret CIA visit to Moscow, UK’s stepped-up missile aid to Ukraine, and claims Meta buried evidence—shaping this week’s info battles.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
CIA head John Ratcliffe makes surprise trip to Russia
Unannounced Moscow visit comes as U.S. urges Ukraine to pause strikes, signaling de‑escalation talks and high‑stakes security consultations.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Kremlin reveals why CIA chief visited Moscow — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
Peskov says CIA Director John Ratcliffe met security services in a standard inter-agency contact, not with Putin, with no policy outcomes announced.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Russia's Putin visits Japan-claimed islands for first time; Tokyo protests
Putin makes first trip to Iturup in the Kurils, prompting a swift diplomatic protest from Tokyo and raising concerns over strained Russia–Japan ties.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
RT visits Belgorod hospital treating children wounded in Ukrainian strikes (VIDEO) — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
RT reports from a Belgorod hospital where children hurt in recent Ukrainian drone strikes are recovering, highlighting care needs amid border attacks.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump vows to retaliate after U.S. thwarts Iranian surprise attack
From Washington, Trump warns of retaliation after U.S. says it foiled an Iranian surprise attack, heightening tensions and market, diplomatic risks.
- 6 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
‘It’s our turn to hit them’: Trump vows retaliation against Iran after thwarted surprise attack
From Washington, Trump signals potential response after U.S. officials say an Iran-linked surprise attack on American forces was foiled.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran’s ‘surprise attack’ ends U.S ceasefire. What it means for the war
Tehran’s move ended a short U.S.-Iran truce on July 29, 2026, reviving conflict risks for regional forces, markets, and diplomacy amid rising tensions.
- 7 min
- Iran