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24 results for “u.s. soft power”
Military / WarThe Veil
Ukraine attacks radiation monitoring post near Europe’s largest nuclear power plant
Strike near Europe’s largest nuclear facility disrupts monitoring; no reactor damage reported as observers seek verification and safety checks.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
U.N. panel accuses U.S. of committing war crimes in Iran
Human rights experts find reasonable grounds of U.S. war crimes tied to actions in Iran, escalating legal and diplomatic pressure from Washington to Teh...
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
U.N.-backed experts allege U.S. war crimes in Iran
Geneva-commissioned rights experts say U.S. actions tied to Iran amount to war crimes, intensifying scrutiny and diplomatic pressure on Washington.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
House votes to limit Trump's Iran war powers for a third time
For the third time, the U.S. House moves to limit Trump’s authority on Iran strikes, underscoring bipartisan concerns over unilateral war powers.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. downplays Iran's seizure of unmanned sub in Hormuz Strait
Washington and Tehran temper rhetoric after Iran briefly seized a U.S. submersible near its coast, signaling control as markets watch Strait of Hormuz r...
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Europe’s biggest nuclear power plant back to normal after weeks in emergency mode — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
After two weeks on diesel backups amid conflict disruptions, the Enerhodar nuclear plant has returned to normal operations, easing immediate risk.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
Tehran threatens attacks after U.S. strikes Iranian tankers
Iran warns of consequences after U.S. airstrikes reportedly sank three Iranian-linked ships, heightening Gulf tensions and maritime risk.
- 6 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump’s Pentagon shake-up revives a presidential power play with a long history
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll’s exit spotlights Trump and Hegseth’s Pentagon resets, drawing Hill scrutiny over readiness, norms, and policy continuity.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran Accuses U.S. Military of a War Crime
Tehran alleges unlawful U.S. strike after a month-long lull; Washington pressed to clarify rules of engagement as markets eye regional spillover.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
How U.S. Allies Can Resist Washington’s Bullying
Allies weigh coordinated legal and diplomatic steps to defend the ICC, balancing principled stances with risks to trade, defense, and tech ties.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
U.S. has launched ‘large and powerful’ strikes on Iran, Trump says
Washington says U.S. forces hit Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz; details on casualties and targets remain unclear as reactions develop.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S.-Iran Fighting Reignites
Washington confirms a targeted strike on Iran’s Larak Island, damaging infrastructure and disrupting shipping as regional militaries and markets brace.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
What sparked the latest U.S. strikes against Iran
Washington says weekend strikes followed new U.S. sanctions on Tehran, signaling deterrence amid rising regional tensions and market risk concerns.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Cyber attack shut down UK power plant – Telegraph — RT World News
Small UK plant shut for four days after a cyber incident reported in London; attribution to Iran under review as probes and regulatory checks proceed.
- 7 min
- United Kingdom
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Israeli defense minister puts NATO power on notice as Middle East tensions surge: ‘Dangerous adventures’
From Jerusalem, Israel’s Israel Katz cautions Turkey against “dangerous adventures” in Syria, signaling firm defense of Israeli interests as tensions rise.
- 7 min
- Israel
Military / WarThe Veil
Eye Opener: Trump threatens to bomb U.S. ally
From Washington, Trump threatened a U.S. ally and floated making the Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory, alarming diplomats and energy markets.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. military denies supply crisis on Navy ship
CENTCOM and the Navy reject claims of shortages on a Middle East–based vessel, citing adequate logistics and mission readiness amid scrutiny.
- 7 min
- United States
DisastersThe Veil
Thousands without power and at least 100 homes damaged after Tropical Storm Lala lashes Hawaii
Lala weakens after lashing Hawaii; 100+ homes damaged. Crews restore power as officials assess debris, flooding, and hazardous surf.
- 6 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Why Hackers Keep Going After U.S. Water Supplies
Officials report Iran-linked intrusions probing water systems, exposing OT and remote access gaps. Most impacts were contained; new federal guidance iss...
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Ukraine pounds Black Sea Fleet’s ‘last major stronghold’ while Putin flexes naval power in Pacific
Kyiv strikes Russia’s Black Sea naval stronghold while Putin stages Pacific Fleet exercises and warns of broader maritime retaliation.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
Four ways to harden America's power grid before our global enemies strike
Policy brief urges rapid defenses against cyber, physical, and EMP threats, targeting utilities and regulators with layered protections and drills.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
1 dead, more than 1 million without power as severe storms strike Midwest
Severe storms and tornadoes hit the Midwest, killing one and knocking out power to over 1 million. Crews work on rescues, repairs, and restoration.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran war: Are U.S. casualties being covered up?
Signals from Washington suggest names removed from casualty lists, raising concerns over data integrity, transparency, and next-of-kin notifications.
- 7 min
- United States
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