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France politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump Tears Into EU Nations That Wouldn't Get Involved' in Iran Decapitation': Go Get Your Own Oil!'

Trump criticized European nations for not supporting U.S. actions against Iran, urging them to secure their own oil and military supplies.
#iran
Podcast
fromWIRED
3 days ago

'Uncanny Valley': Iran's Threats on US Tech, Trump's Plans for Midterms, and Polymarket's Pop-up Flop

Iran threatens US tech firms amid ongoing tensions and preparations for midterm elections are underway.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The good old days are gone': how will US prices stand as war in Iran surges on?

The war in Iran is driving up prices across the economy, affecting gasoline, airline tickets, and logistics costs.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
18 hours ago

Trump Warns Iran to 'Open the F*ckin' Strait' of Hormuz

Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, warning of severe consequences for the country.
Podcast
fromWIRED
3 days ago

'Uncanny Valley': Iran's Threats on US Tech, Trump's Plans for Midterms, and Polymarket's Pop-up Flop

Iran threatens US tech firms amid ongoing tensions and preparations for midterm elections are underway.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The good old days are gone': how will US prices stand as war in Iran surges on?

The war in Iran is driving up prices across the economy, affecting gasoline, airline tickets, and logistics costs.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
18 hours ago

Trump Warns Iran to 'Open the F*ckin' Strait' of Hormuz

Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, warning of severe consequences for the country.
Washington DC
fromemptywheel
18 hours ago

The Other Hostage Crisis - emptywheel

The DOD successfully rescued a downed Weapons Systems Officer using extensive military resources and strategies, despite challenges from Iranian forces.
#oil-crisis
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump's Strait of Hormuz Blame Game Is Shameless. It's Also Delusional.

President Trump deflects responsibility for global oil crisis while gas prices soar, exacerbating inflation and economic instability.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
20 hours ago

Why Trump Thinks He Can Walk Away From the Strait of Hormuz

America's energy independence allows it to impose economic pain on others without suffering itself during the current oil supply crisis.
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump's Strait of Hormuz Blame Game Is Shameless. It's Also Delusional.

President Trump deflects responsibility for global oil crisis while gas prices soar, exacerbating inflation and economic instability.
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Displaced in Lebanon: 'Lives turned upside down'

Fatme A. and her family live in a makeshift shelter in Beirut, facing challenges of space, privacy, and ongoing conflict.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The Guardian view on the US and Europe: the UK tried to be a bridge, but Trump likes to burn them | Editorial

Donald Trump's unpredictability undermines traditional alliances and the liberal international order, causing concern among European leaders.
#government-shutdown
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

US Homeland Security shutdown to stretch on, despite Senate passing funding

The House has not voted on the Senate bill, prolonging the partial government shutdown affecting DHS funding and federal workers.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

What Did the Partial D.H.S. Shutdown Accomplish?

Democrats faced challenges in funding negotiations, leading to multiple government shutdowns and unresolved immigration enforcement issues.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

US Homeland Security shutdown to stretch on, despite Senate passing funding

The House has not voted on the Senate bill, prolonging the partial government shutdown affecting DHS funding and federal workers.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
5 days ago

The DHS shutdown might never end

The government shutdown has left tens of thousands of workers affected, with low morale and no immediate resolution in sight.
#immigration
Social justice
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Immigrants seeking asylum ordered to countries they've never been to, stuck in limbo

Many immigrants face third-country deportation orders to nations where they have no ties, creating fear and uncertainty in their asylum processes.
Mission District
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Opposing ICE Might Save the Country. It Could Also Ruin Your Life

Rafael Concepcion has dedicated himself to creating tools to resist federal immigration enforcement after witnessing the impact on his community.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

The partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security: What's next, and Trump's deadline

Congress is deadlocked over immigration funding, leading to the longest partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security in U.S. history.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Stalled talks force UK and France to extend Channel migrant deal

UK and France extend immigration deal for two months amid stalled negotiations, focusing on increased law enforcement and boat interceptions.
Social justice
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Immigrants seeking asylum ordered to countries they've never been to, stuck in limbo

Many immigrants face third-country deportation orders to nations where they have no ties, creating fear and uncertainty in their asylum processes.
Mission District
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Opposing ICE Might Save the Country. It Could Also Ruin Your Life

Rafael Concepcion has dedicated himself to creating tools to resist federal immigration enforcement after witnessing the impact on his community.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

The partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security: What's next, and Trump's deadline

Congress is deadlocked over immigration funding, leading to the longest partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security in U.S. history.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Stalled talks force UK and France to extend Channel migrant deal

UK and France extend immigration deal for two months amid stalled negotiations, focusing on increased law enforcement and boat interceptions.
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Freed After a Year in ICE Jail, Palestinian Protester Leqaa Kordia Speaks Out

Kordia was arrested in 2024 during the Gaza solidarity protests at Columbia University. The charges against her were dropped the next day, but she was detained in March 2025 by ICE during a routine immigration check-in.
Left-wing politics
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Germany: Easter peace marches planned in shadow of war

Thousands will participate in Germany's Easter peace marches addressing military service, global conflicts, and human rights from April 2 to 6.
Miami
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The Gueras Aliadas': How two American women are helping locate migrants lost in the ICE labyrinth

Fernanda's father was detained by ICE, prompting her to seek help through social media to locate him.
#reproductive-rights
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago
UK news

Trump's war could see fuel rationing and global recession within months, experts warn

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the need for accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

UK and France fail to agree new deal to stop small boat crossings

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Trump's war could see fuel rationing and global recession within months, experts warn

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the need for accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

UK and France fail to agree new deal to stop small boat crossings

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Kemi Badenoch says Trump should not abandon mess he's made' in Middle East

Kemi Badenoch warns Trump about responsibility in the Middle East conflict, emphasizing the need for a coordinated plan.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Two migrants die in English Channel tragedy' as UK-France deal is extended

Emergency services, including a helicopter, were seen searching the area, and French maritime authorities recovered people from the water, with one person treated for hypothermia.
France news
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Raise our heads and resist': how Europe's civil society is fighting back against the far right

Progressive civil society groups in Germany are perceived as undermining democracy by the far-right, leading to increased parliamentary scrutiny of NGOs.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Prominent UK pro-Palestine activists guilty of breaching protest conditions

Two leaders in the Palestine solidarity movement were found guilty of breaching protest conditions during a demonstration in January 2025.
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Germany hosts Syria's Al-Sharaa despite human rights issues

Germany's reception of Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa has sparked controversy due to his past human rights violations and ties to extremist groups.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
21 hours ago

Thousands rally in Iraq against senseless' US-Israel war on Iran

What America and Israel are doing in their aggression against the countries of the region is not a war of a military nature, but a senseless war, said Dhirgham Samir, a demonstrator in his 40s.
World news
#strait-of-hormuz
fromIndependent
23 hours ago
Europe news

Why war on Iran could soon empty shelves worldwide of various foods, medicines and consumer goods

World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

UK-led coalition of 40 countries vows action on Hormuz Strait gridlock

British PM Keir Starmer emphasizes diplomatic solutions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions from Iran's actions against commercial shipping.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

TAKE THE OIL, & MAKE A FORTUNE': Trump Reveals Motivation for Opening Strait of Hormuz

Trump reveals motivations for reopening the Strait of Hormuz amid economic disruption and energy crisis caused by Iranian control.
World news
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Trump vows to strike civilian infrastructure as Iran strikes at Gulf tech sites

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
World news
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

EU warns it's 'preparing for worst scenarios' and assessing 'all possibilities' including fuel rationing as energy crisis deepens

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
World news
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

UK to host virtual summit on Strait of Hormuz

International efforts are underway to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions and energy price disruptions.
fromIndependent
23 hours ago
Europe news

Why war on Iran could soon empty shelves worldwide of various foods, medicines and consumer goods

World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

UK-led coalition of 40 countries vows action on Hormuz Strait gridlock

British PM Keir Starmer emphasizes diplomatic solutions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions from Iran's actions against commercial shipping.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

TAKE THE OIL, & MAKE A FORTUNE': Trump Reveals Motivation for Opening Strait of Hormuz

Trump reveals motivations for reopening the Strait of Hormuz amid economic disruption and energy crisis caused by Iranian control.
World news
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Trump vows to strike civilian infrastructure as Iran strikes at Gulf tech sites

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
World news
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

EU warns it's 'preparing for worst scenarios' and assessing 'all possibilities' including fuel rationing as energy crisis deepens

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
World news
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

UK to host virtual summit on Strait of Hormuz

International efforts are underway to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions and energy price disruptions.
#iran-war
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

No Kings Must Mean No War: Foreign Policy Is Least Democratic Space in Politics

The majority of Iranian Americans oppose the war on Iran, despite media portrayal of pro-monarchy sentiments.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

No Kings Must Mean No War: Foreign Policy Is Least Democratic Space in Politics

The majority of Iranian Americans oppose the war on Iran, despite media portrayal of pro-monarchy sentiments.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Trump's Priority Is Now Militarism, at Home and Abroad

Trump and Republicans are pre-funding ICE and Border Patrol without new regulations, limiting Democratic influence on immigration enforcement.
Washington DC
fromWIRED
3 days ago

Unmasking the Paramilitary Agents Behind Trump's Violent Immigration Crackdown

The Trump administration's use of BORTAC for urban immigration enforcement marks a significant shift in domestic law enforcement tactics.
#us-military
World news
fromIrish Independent
13 hours ago

'Open the f***in' Strait' - Trump says Iran must allow ships through Hormuz by Tuesday or US will 'blow up everything and take the oil'

A US service member missing after an Iranian attack has been rescued, according to President Trump, who confirmed the individual is injured but stable.
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

'Tuesday will be power plant day and bridge day' - Donald Trump says US will target Iran's infrastructure this week

A US service member missing after an Iranian attack has been rescued, according to Donald Trump, who confirmed the individual is injured but recovering.
World news
fromIrish Independent
13 hours ago

'Open the f***in' Strait' - Trump says Iran must allow ships through Hormuz by Tuesday or US will 'blow up everything and take the oil'

A US service member missing after an Iranian attack has been rescued, according to President Trump, who confirmed the individual is injured but stable.
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

'Tuesday will be power plant day and bridge day' - Donald Trump says US will target Iran's infrastructure this week

A US service member missing after an Iranian attack has been rescued, according to Donald Trump, who confirmed the individual is injured but recovering.
World politics
fromRealagriculture
3 days ago

Frontlines: Escalation in Iran conflict could trigger pandemic-level disruption to global economy

Escalating Middle East conflict threatens global energy flows, economic stability, and Canadian agriculture and trade.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

The Pro-Immigrant Case for Opposing Illegal Immigration

The legal immigration debate is shifting, with both conservatives and progressives questioning the value of legal immigration channels.
Europe politics
fromemptywheel
4 days ago

It's Not that Trump Is Threatening NATO; He Is Making NATO Toxic - emptywheel

Trump's skepticism towards NATO raises concerns about the alliance's reliability and the US's commitment to European defense.
World news
fromFortune
6 hours ago

Oil climbs and stock futures drop as fuel shortages spread while Trump makes series of apocalyptic threats against Iran ahead of moving deadline | Fortune

Wall Street reacts to ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict with fluctuating stock futures and rising oil prices amid threats from President Trump.
#us-foreign-policy
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 days ago

Taking a Stand on Adversaries' Influence in the Western Hemisphere

The US operation on January 3rd aimed to counteract adversarial influence in Latin America, particularly against Venezuela and Cuba.
World politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

Trump attacks allies, signals Iran war may end without opening Hormuz

The U.S. is withdrawing support, urging allies to secure their own oil and defend their interests in the Strait of Hormuz.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 days ago

Taking a Stand on Adversaries' Influence in the Western Hemisphere

The US operation on January 3rd aimed to counteract adversarial influence in Latin America, particularly against Venezuela and Cuba.
World politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

Trump attacks allies, signals Iran war may end without opening Hormuz

The U.S. is withdrawing support, urging allies to secure their own oil and defend their interests in the Strait of Hormuz.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

As Iran war rages, Europe gears up for energy crisis

The European Commission urges citizens to conserve energy amid the ongoing Iran war, warning of significant economic impacts similar to past crises.
Right-wing politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

US Supreme Court leans toward delivering another blow to Trump's immigration policy

The Supreme Court is reviewing a case on birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants and temporary visitors.
France news
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

UK and France extend migrants deal for two months

Britain and France extended a migration deal for two months to finalize negotiations on border control and migrant crossings.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

The Anger Trailing Congress Around the Country

Congress failed to fund the Department of Homeland Security, risking federal employee paychecks amid rising public anger and potential electoral consequences for Republicans.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Middle East war: Few solutions to fuel shortages in Africa

Africa faces significant fuel shortages and price hikes due to the war on Iran and ongoing supply chain disruptions.
#us-iran-relations
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
14 hours ago

Trump threatens hell' for Iran over Hormuz Strait as deadline approaches

US President threatens to attack Iranian infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened by his deadline.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Middle East crisis live: Iran says it shot down US fighter jet, warns against UN vote on defensive force' in strait of Hormuz

Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure, urging swift action from its leadership.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
14 hours ago

Trump threatens hell' for Iran over Hormuz Strait as deadline approaches

US President threatens to attack Iranian infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened by his deadline.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Middle East crisis live: Iran says it shot down US fighter jet, warns against UN vote on defensive force' in strait of Hormuz

Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure, urging swift action from its leadership.
Europe politics
fromGamintraveler
1 week ago

The EU Border Question That's Getting 1 In 5 Americans Denied Entry And Most Don't Know The Answer

Working remotely on a tourist visa in the EU can lead to entry denial for American travelers unaware of legal restrictions.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Airport congestion eases as TSA workers receive backpay but record DHS shutdown drags on US politics live

Security lines at airports have improved as TSA officers receive backpay after the government shutdown.
fromFortune
1 day ago

The World Cup is supposed to be an economic windfall. But 'you're seeing a lot of headwinds' now | Fortune

"The influx of visitors will likely generate billions of dollars in economic activity, benefiting the hospitality, transportation, and retail sectors. Host city hotels anticipate record occupancy, and local businesses will benefit from increased visitor traffic."
World news
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Trump rolls back pause on asylum decisions imposed after D.C. National Guard shooting

The Homeland Security Department has lifted the ban on asylum applications for non-high-risk countries, while maintaining restrictions for about 40 high-risk nations.
US politics
fromWIRED
1 week ago

ICE Agents Frustrate Airport Workers as Shutdown Drags On

ICE agents deployed to airports to alleviate security line issues are not properly trained, causing frustration among TSA employees and passengers.
World news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
2 days ago

UN Security Council Set To Vote On Plan To Open Strait Of Hormuz Amid Divisions

The UN Security Council will vote on a resolution to restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid global divisions over confronting Iran.
#spain
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Spain closes airspace to US military over Iran war, widening rift with US

Spain has closed its airspace to US military aircraft involved in the Iran war, asserting its opposition to the conflict.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Spain closes airspace to US military over Iran war, widening rift with US

Spain has closed its airspace to US military aircraft involved in the Iran war, asserting its opposition to the conflict.
World politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

Trump pursues era of unshackled warfare

Trump's administration is intensifying military pressure on Iran, threatening civilian infrastructure and disregarding established warfare principles.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Stunned, sidelined and disunited': how war in the Middle East paralysed the EU

Europe must adopt a realistic, interest-driven foreign policy as the rules-based international order becomes unreliable in an increasingly chaotic world.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Tuesday briefing: With the horror of conflict throughout the globe, how likely is world war three?

The world faces escalating conflicts, raising fears of a potential third world war amid geopolitical tensions and military actions.
World news
fromFortune
5 days ago

The Strait of Hormuz crisis is drawing eyes to another point nearby: 'the Gate of Tears' | Fortune

Closure of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait could severely impact global oil and gas supply, similar to the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromFast Company
6 days ago

As the U.S. cripples Cuba with a blockade, Trump gives a Russian oil tanker access

Trump supports Russian oil delivery to Cuba amid U.S. blockade, emphasizing humanitarian needs for the island's survival.
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Believing Borders Make Us Safer Is Like Believing the Sun Revolves Around Earth

Western governments, the U.S. under Donald Trump leading the pack, are caught in the grip of an anti-immigration fervor, enforcing cruel and degrading laws that violate human rights and undermine public safety. This entire approach toward immigrants is not only immoral but also rests on false economic claims, argues Daniel Mendiola, assistant professor of history and migration studies at Vassar College, in the interview that follows.
US politics
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

I've Covered Migration and Borders for Years. This Is What I've Learned.

U.S. imperialism escalated under Trump, combining foreign military aggression with domestic repression and deportation of migrants and refugees.
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