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Military / WarThe Veil
Trump defends Iran war at UN General Assembly
At the UN in New York, Trump vowed to annihilate Iran, raising diplomatic tensions and market risk as allies and rivals gauge potential policy shifts.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump to address U.N. amid tensions with allies, war with Iran and Russia-Ukraine war
At UNGA in New York, Trump’s speech will be parsed for shifts on Iran and Ukraine, alliance commitments, and energy security as leaders meet.
- 7 min
- United States
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
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
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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow mail-in ballot restrictions to move forward for a third time
Administration petitions the U.S. Supreme Court to temporarily reinstate mail-in ballot restrictions for a third time, pressing the emergency docket.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Price of diesel hits all-time high as wars in Iran, Ukraine constrict global supply
U.S. flags record diesel costs as conflicts tighten supply; higher trucking and farm expenses may lift consumer prices. Officials weigh reserve moves.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
US strikes Iran for first time in a month
Washington confirms strikes near Strait of Hormuz; IRGC reports military and civilian casualties and vows retaliation amid shipping risk concerns.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Israeli military admits for first time to firing on car carrying 5-year-old Hind Rajab as it opens criminal probe
Israel opens a criminal probe after acknowledging its forces shot at the car carrying Hind Rajab, intensifying scrutiny of conduct in Gaza.
- 7 min
- Palestine
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
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
India’s internet war
Decentralized organizers flood Indian platforms with memes, leaks, and hashtags; government pushes takedowns as debate on regulation intensifies.
- 7 min
- India
Military / WarThe Veil
Five months of war with Iran
In Tehran, month five of the U.S.–Iran war sees heightened messaging, covert constraints, and volatile tactical theaters shaping leverage.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
More countries pulled into spiraling Iran war
Riyadh reportedly joins the Iran-centered war with air and defensive moves, raising risks for Gulf shipping, energy markets, and regional stability.
- 7 min
- Saudi Arabia
Military / WarThe Veil
US resumes Iran strikes as war ‘widens’
Washington restarts strikes across Iran amid rising escalation risks, with allies split and markets watching energy and shipping routes.
- 7 min
- Iran
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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Why Trump's new tariff blitz is very different this time round
Sweeping tariffs on 60 partners, including EU, China and UK, spur volatility fears, legal questions and potential retaliation as details emerge.
- 7 min
- United Kingdom
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
The Iran war: ‘despair’ in Washington
Reports point to widening gaps between U.S. claims and battlefield realities, allied concern over escalation, and rising risks centered on Tehran.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil price surge as war with Iran expands
Benchmarks jump past $100 on Red Sea shipping threats amid Iran-linked escalation, rerouting and insurance costs surge, markets brace for inflation.
- 7 min
- Yemen
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran war is harming rare wildlife
Washington analysts and Iranian sources say US–Israeli strikes are damaging fragile habitats and rare species across Iran, urging urgent safeguards.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
MORNING GLORY: America is winning its battle with Iran. It’s only a matter of time
U.S. posture centers on a potential Hormuz blockade, pressure on Iran’s nuclear and military capacity, and coalition-backed sanctions over the medium term.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
GOP Rep. McCormick: ‘Should Have Finished’ Iran War ‘Long Time Ago’, Not ‘Let Up’ During Talks
Rep. Rich McCormick says the U.S. should have “finished” a war with Iran long ago, criticizing past diplomacy amid rising regional tensions.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump administration says Iran war reaching ‘time of ambiguity’ as military strikes escalate
Trump administration signals open options as strikes persist; two U.S. soldiers killed, raising risks of spillover and political scrutiny.
- 7 min
- United States