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24 results for “us trade deficit”
Military / WarThe Veil
Why is the trade deficit getting bigger?
A Washington event description dated October 9, 2026, says the U.S. trade deficit reached $100 billion in August, with imports exceeding exports.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
US military to livestream execution by firing squad
Pete Hegseth says the US military plans to livestream the execution of a former Army psychiatrist who killed 13 people at a Texas base. No date was given.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Okinawa murder renews scrutiny on US military presence
An Oct. 7, 2026, signal reports Anna Yagi's killing in Okinawa. A U.S. Marine is alleged to be responsible; the allegation is unproven.
- 7 min
- Japan
Military / WarThe Veil
US Air Force removes all bombers from British air base targeted by a suspected terror attack, brings them back to the US
A report says the US Air Force returned all bombers at RAF Fairford to the US. The British base was described as a suspected terror attack target.
- 7 min
- United Kingdom
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran stands firm on Hormuz plan after US rejection
Iran maintained its conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz on September 27, 2026, despite President Donald Trump's rejection of its proposal.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
What Else Is the Pentagon Hiding From Us?
Report claims four additional service member deaths not publicly tallied, intensifying pressure on Pentagon transparency and casualty reporting
- 6 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
UN probe finds US likely committed Iran war crimes
UN report cites strikes on a school and sports center, urging transparent inquiries, accountability, and reparations as scrutiny intensifies in Washington.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump calls on Ukraine to stop targeting Russian refineries as both countries trade strikes
From Moscow, Trump calls on Kyiv to stop hitting Russian refineries as Russia and Ukraine trade drone attacks, raising risks to civilians and fuel supply.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
Escalating US-Iran attacks drive oil above $100
Oil surged past $100 amid escalating US-Iran attacks, spiking diesel to a record and pressuring transport costs as Washington weighs response options.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil markets surge as the U.S. and Iran trade new attacks
Benchmark crude rose intraday after new U.S.-Iran exchanges raised Middle East supply and shipping risks, lifting energy and defense stocks.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Canada's retaliatory tariffs worth $27.6 billion take effect as trade rift with U.S. deepens
Ottawa doubles duties to 50% on targeted U.S. steel and aluminum, aiming to protect producers and push Washington toward talks.
- 7 min
- Canada
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
Military / WarThe Veil
US Military Strikes Three Iranian Oil Tankers
Pentagon says precise, limited strikes targeted Iran-linked oil vessels, framed as retaliation amid rising maritime security tensions.
- 7 min
- United States
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Is the US military losing its resiliency?
Observers in Washington scrutinize Pentagon leadership and messaging gaps, weighing impacts on readiness, morale, and alliance confidence.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
US probes Iran wedding strike that analysis shows was likely direct hit by US munition
Washington investigates a Sept. 4 Iran wedding strike as analysis points to a US-made weapon, raising questions on targeting and arms custody.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. and Iran trade more attacks after lull in fighting
Renewed U.S.-Iran strikes around Sept. 2, 2026 raise regional risk as rhetoric escalates and precision operations target proxy and defense assets.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
US and Iran Trade New Strikes as the War Enters its 7th Month
Washington confirms fresh Middle East strikes amid Iran tensions, signaling a risky retaliation cycle and raising regional security and energy concerns.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Fears of a Canadian trade war are overblown. So far, it’s more of a skirmish
Analysts say U.S.–Canada friction remains contained, with targeted measures and consultations under USMCA keeping supply chains moving.
- 7 min
- Canada
World TradeThe Veil
What new tariff walls in U.S.-Canada trade war mean for the economy's critical metals
U.S. tariffs on select metals roil markets and supply chains, with Ottawa ready to respond as traders reprice nickel, aluminum, copper risks.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
5 political cartoons about the trade war with Canada
Five Canadian cartoons critique Trump-era tariffs, highlighting trade tensions, sector strains, and public sentiment shaping policy narratives.
- 7 min
- Canada
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
How Did Trump’s Trade Fight With Canada Go So Sideways?
Mixed messages and pressure tactics strained U.S.-Canada trade, unsettling supply chains as North Korea diplomacy signaled a stark contrast.
- 7 min
- Canada
Military / WarThe Veil
As U.S.-Canada trade war escalates, Ontario Premier Doug Ford says Trump is "treating us like we're Communist China"
Amid escalating U.S.-Canada trade tensions, Ford says Trump is treating Canada like “Communist China,” while talks continue on autos and agriculture.
- 7 min
- Canada
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. threatens to hit Iran's trade partners with secondary economic sanctions
Washington signals tougher measures targeting firms and banks aiding Iranian commerce, raising compliance risks across energy, shipping, and finance.
- 7 min
- United States