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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Russia extends ban on Western food imports through 2028 — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
Moscow renews embargo on specified Western food products through 2028, aiming to support domestic producers and manage external economic pressures.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump’s ‘Tanker‑for‑Tanker’ Policy Escalates: U.S. Strikes 3 IRGC Oil Tankers After Iran Targets 2 Warships
Washington expands ‘tanker-for-tanker’ policy, hitting three IRGC-linked oil vessels after Iran targeted two U.S. warships, raising Gulf maritime risks.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
After criticism, Canada's CBC changes policy that said not to label 9/11 attacks 'terrorism'
Canada’s CBC now permits calling the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks terrorism, carving out an exception while keeping its broader terminology policy intact.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
CBC adjusts its 9/11 language guidance after terrorism policy leaked
Canada’s CBC updates style on using “terrorist” for 9/11 after a leaked memo, granting editors more latitude while keeping attribution options.
- 6 min
- United States
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Putin threatens retaliation for Western seizures of Russian commercial vessels
Putin calls Western detentions of Russian vessels “piracy,” signaling potential countermeasures and raising maritime risk for shipping and insurers.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
Ukraine says Western interceptor supply has dropped threefold this year, leaving it unable to stop Russian missiles
Kyiv says Western air-defense deliveries fell threefold, leaving recent Russian missiles unhindered and raising risks to infrastructure and morale.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
Why Western Europe needs a Russian threat — RT World News
RT piece argues Brussels may stress a Russian threat as US presence shifts, shaping EU defense cohesion, budgets, and Ukraine support.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Western regime change wars led to Spain’s migrant crisis – Russian deputy FM (VIDEO) — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
Deputy FM Grushko says regime change in Iraq, Syria, and Libya fueled terrorism and migration pressures behind Spain’s Ceuta crisis, per RT video.
- 7 min
- Spain
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Carville says one democratic socialist's 'lunacy of the highest level' policy could haunt swing state Dems
From Washington, James Carville says far-left primary victories in MI and WI—and a “lunacy-level” policy—could alienate moderates ahead of November.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
New York Times calls University of California's 'test-blind' admissions policy a 'terrible' mistake
New York Times Editorial Board calls UC’s test-blind admissions a mistake, pressuring Regents to revisit testing as 2027 planning begins.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Colorado socialist candidate called 9/11 terror attacks 'inevitable' due to US foreign policy
Democratic socialist Melat Kiros sparks controversy after calling 9/11 and 10/7 “inevitable” due to U.S. and Israeli actions, igniting swift debate.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Complaint seeks answers on Scouting America's transgender policy after Pentagon deal
Filing in Washington asks Pentagon to disclose terms of its deal with Scouting America and any gender identity limits tied to Defense partnerships.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US court dismisses Trump administration lawsuit over Los Angeles immigration policy
California appellate court backs Los Angeles in challenge to its immigration policy, ending a Trump-era lawsuit and reinforcing local discretion.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump's personal feuds with allies from Italy to Israel reveal how personality drives his foreign policy
Public spats from Italy to Israel show how Trump’s personal frictions shape U.S. messaging, adding diplomatic risk as partners gauge reliability.
- 7 min
- Israel
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Steyer’s exit from the California governor’s race could spell bad news for climate policy
Steyer’s withdrawal narrows the field to Becerra and Hilton, raising concerns over climate ambition and investment certainty in California.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
House passes Ukraine aid bill in another GOP rebuke of Trump’s foreign policy
U.S. House approves Ukraine aid, signaling GOP defiance of Trump and support for Kyiv; Senate outcome uncertain but diplomatic impact grows.
- 6 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
‘Nothing adds up’: Veteran German politician tears into Merz’s Russia policy (VIDEO) — RT World News
German opposition figure Sahra Wagenknecht faults CDU leader Merz over Russia policy, citing double standards and economic costs amid NATO-Ukraine tensi...
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
Marco Rubio Tell Indians: U.S. Migration Policy Must Be Pro-American
Secretary of State Marco Rubio addresses Indian concerns, backing stricter U.S. immigration rules amid talks that may affect visas and family reunificat...
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump’s China policy is nearly the exact opposite of what everyone expected
As Trump heads to China, attention and resources are being shifted from Asia to yet another war in the Middle East.
- 3 min
- China
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran’s new ‘atomic bomb’: How US policy pushed Iran over the brink
After decades of sanctions, and then an open war, Tehran has forced Washington to the table on its terms
- 3 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran could withstand U.S. blockade for months, Western officials and experts say
WASHINGTON — The U.S. military blockade of Iran’s ports will eventually deprive Tehran of crucial oil revenue, but the regime could likely withstand the
- 3 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Mali’s defense minister killed in suspected Western-backed terrorist coup attempt — RT Africa
RT Africa reports Gen. Sadio Camara died after a car bombing and shootout in Mali; claims unverified by officials, details on attackers unclear.
- 7 min
- Mali
Military / WarThe Veil
Volkswagen deal with EV maker Xpeng shows how China tech threatens Western automakers
VW expands its Xpeng partnership to co-develop software, hardware, and possibly vehicles in China, signaling rising Chinese tech influence.
- 7 min
- China