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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Masoud Pezeshkian: Iran’s defiant president clashing with the US
Iran’s president projects firmer stance toward the U.S., slowing backchannels and raising headline risk as both sides harden messaging.
- 6 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US allies need to shoot down Russian aircraft testing NATO boundaries, Czech president warns
Petr Pavel warns allies may need to down Russian aircraft testing NATO boundaries, urging clear red lines amid rising border probes and tensions.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump likely ‘smirked’ as 'crass' Iranian president lashed out at US in UN speech: expert
At the UN in New York, Iran’s president criticized the US and Israel; an expert says the rhetoric could bolster Trump’s domestic positioning.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ukraine lost $1.2 bn to defense fraud and waste in one year – NYT — RT World News
Secret audits reportedly cite $1.2bn lost to defense fraud, waste, and mismanagement in 2024, raising oversight concerns for Kyiv and Western donors.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
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
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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
649 years ago, a prominent Muslim scholar warned us about Mayor Mamdani's ideas
Policy signal links Mamdani’s municipal grocery plan to Ibn Khaldun’s cautions on state overreach as New York weighs costs, access, and market impact.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
China-linked hackers infiltrated US government networks before FBI takedown
FBI seizes QTFY domains after intrusions at U.S. agencies and DOE labs, with data stolen from 300+ orgs; action announced in Washington.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US court reverses Trump’s 75-country visa ban — RT World News
Federal court in Washington overturns suspension on immigrant visas, prompting consulates to resume cases amid likely appeals and logistical backlogs.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran says the world has accepted it has defeated the US, and other Middle East developments
Tehran asserts it has “defeated” the US, challenging Washington’s stance, while France and Saudi Arabia explore alternative diplomatic and economic chan...
- 7 min
- United States
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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump says US and Canada have a trade deal, but key terms remain unclear
Trump claims a US-Canada trade deal, pausing threatened 50% tariffs, but key terms and legal text are pending, leaving markets and policymakers wary.
- 7 min
- Canada
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ukraine's fired Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov calls for elections despite war with Russia
Mykhailo Fedorov calls for national elections despite war, reviving debate on legitimacy, logistics, and security as Kyiv faces internal and external pr...
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran’s latest warning to the US signals the hardliners are just getting started
Iran issues a fresh warning to the US, testing resolve and hinting at wider asymmetric responses as regional security and energy routes face new risks.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ukraine’s ex-defense chief calls on Zelensky to lift election ban
Mikhail Fedorov calls on President Zelensky to lift the wartime election ban, intensifying debate over legitimacy, security, and timing in Kyiv.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ousted Ukrainian Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov on the war with Russia
Ousted Ukrainian defense chief Mykhailo Fedorov speaks in Moscow, shaping perceptions on battlefield momentum, alliances, and Kyiv’s defense leadership.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US pulls last aircraft carrier in Asia as Trump focuses on Iran and the Western Hemisphere
Washington shifts its final Pacific carrier to prioritize Iran and the Western Hemisphere, leaving a temporary gap in Asia’s deterrence posture.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Taiwan passes annual budget after long delay, including drone spending
Legislative Yuan ends record delay, approving 2026 budget with added funds for drones and surveillance, enabling agencies to resume deferred projects.
- 7 min
- Taiwan
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Thune, Trump, Senate conservatives reach deal to set aside budget, SAVE America Act impasse
Late-night deal in Washington pauses budget resolution tied to the SAVE America Act, easing immediate tensions while talks continue.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US Senate passes Lindsey Graham’s Russia sanctions bill — RT World News
Senate passage advances a bill letting Trump levy 100% tariffs on buyers of Russian goods, tightening secondary pressure as House action awaits.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Israel critic wins US Senate primary despite record AIPAC spending on rival (VIDEOS) — RT World News
El-Sayed edges out rival despite $32M in AIPAC-backed spending, signaling rifts over Middle East policy and super PAC influence ahead of November.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US punished Colombia’s outgoing leader for calling Gaza war ‘genocide’ – FM to RT (VIDEO) — RT World News
Colombia’s FM says Washington imposed measures after Petro called Israel’s Gaza campaign “genocide,” reframing the rift beyond narcotics policy.
- 7 min
- Colombia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
India faces 100% tariffs as US Senate advances legislation — RT India
Washington move targets top buyers of Russian energy; India’s trade, prices, and ties with the US could face strain if measure becomes law.
- 7 min
- United States
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