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Military / WarThe Veil
Trump's first Iran war escalation post-midterm losses seeks to choke off Tehran’s trade
After midterm losses, Trump expands pressure on Iran, targeting land and Caspian Sea routes Tehran uses to move military supplies.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Inside the chip talent war: Trade secrets and rising Chinese rivals
As Chinese chipmakers gain ground, competition for semiconductor specialists is heightening tensions over trade secrets.
- 7 min
- China
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump’s Next Trade War Could Be With Congress
Lawmakers want to reclaim authority over Trump's unpopular tariffs, raising the prospect of a dispute over who controls U.S. trade policy.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
U.K. PM Andy Burnham open to apologizing for slave trade but rules out financial reparations
Andy Burnham says he is open to a U.K. apology for its role in the slave trade but rules out financial reparations.
- 7 min
- United Kingdom
Military / WarThe Veil
Houthis renew strikes on Saudi airports and oil facilities — RT World News
Yemen's Houthis say they launched missiles and drones at Saudi airports, Aramco sites and oil infrastructure amid renewed fighting with Riyadh.
- 7 min
- Saudi Arabia
Military / WarThe Veil
Israel’s Religious Zionists campaign for more land and war – RT reports (VIDEO) — RT World News
An RT video examines Bezalel Smotrich, Orit Strook and Zvi Sukkot as they advocate annexation and military campaigns ahead of Israel's election.
- 6 min
- Israel
Military / WarThe Veil
Russia and Ukraine agree to energy ceasefire – Trump — RT World News
Trump says Russia and Ukraine agreed to stop attacks on energy infrastructure immediately. Neither side has confirmed the reported pause in a joint stat...
- 7 min
- United States
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
War, runaway AI and climate shocks to take center stage as world leaders meet at UN
World leaders meet in New York to address wars, AI governance, and climate finance amid fractured blocs, tight security, and high-stakes side talks.
- 6 min
- United States
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
Government CorruptionThe Veil
Iran bags US hardware, German voters revolt, and Zelensky survives a 160km ‘near-miss’: RT stories that shaped the week — RT World News
Washington roundup: Iran nabs US gear, oil tops $100, AfD surges, Ukraine faces graft claims, Russia–India ties deepen, and Zelensky survives close call.
- 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
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Drone hysteria, Kiev gunfights, and aviation threats: RT stories that shaped the week — RT World News
RT’s roundup flags drone claims, Kiev gunfights, aviation warnings, a Norwegian vessel seizure, and a deadly Iran strike amid contested narratives.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
What in the World?
China steps up signals toward Pacific islands as Iceland votes and Guinea-Bissau advances a new constitution, reshaping regional alignments.
- 7 min
- China
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Marandi warns of ‘different’ and ‘very painful’ response to US strikes (VIDEO) — RT World News
Iran’s Marandi signals calibrated retaliation from Tehran, hinting at military and economic targets after new US strikes; risks seen for Gulf trade.
- 6 min
- Iran
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