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6 hours ago

Russia, China Veto UN Resolution to Reopen Strait of Hormuz

The provisions of the Bahrain-led resolution had been repeatedly pared down in an effort to convince Russia and China to abstain from voting, an effort that ultimately failed as the two nations refused to back down in Tuesday's vote.
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#russia
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 hours ago
World politics

How is the US-Israel war on Iran affecting Russian-Iranian relations?

Moscow benefits from high oil prices while navigating complex relations with Tehran amid the US-Israel conflict.
#lebanon
France politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
22 hours ago

They want to create a rift': Israeli attacks deepen Lebanon fissures

Lebanon faces deepening divisions as Israeli attacks escalate, causing widespread displacement and casualties across various communities.
France politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
22 hours ago

They want to create a rift': Israeli attacks deepen Lebanon fissures

Lebanon faces deepening divisions as Israeli attacks escalate, causing widespread displacement and casualties across various communities.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

UK government urged to act over proposed illegal Israeli settlement

Former UK diplomats urge government to threaten action against companies involved in illegal Israeli settlement plans in the West Bank.
#trump
US politics
fromPOLITICO
7 hours ago

Congress is absent as Trump threatens Iranians 'will die'

Lawmakers ignored Trump's ultimatum, continuing with routine social media updates and avoiding uncomfortable questions about his statements.
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fromThe Washington Post
14 hours ago

Trump warns 'a whole civilization will die' if Iran doesn't make a deal

Trump issued a grave warning to Iran, threatening destruction if they do not comply with demands regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Veteran Rips Trump For Threatening Civilian Targets in Iran: It's a War Crime'

Threatening to bomb Iran's infrastructure could constitute war crimes, according to a U.S. Air Force veteran's perspective on President Trump's rhetoric.
NYC parents
fromTruthout
8 hours ago

Top Palestinian Children's Rights Group Shutters After Being Targeted By Israel

Defense for Children International-Palestine ceased operations due to Israel's attacks and restrictions on human rights organizations, impacting advocacy for Palestinian children's rights.
#us-military
Right-wing politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Hegseth compares Iran rescue to resurrection as Trump threatens strikes on civilian infrastructure

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth compared the rescue of a U.S. airman shot down over Iran to the resurrection of Jesus.
World news
fromThe Walrus
1 day ago

A Daring US Rescue in Iran Highlights a War Going Sideways | The Walrus

The successful rescue of a downed US airman from Iran was crucial for military reputation and political standing amid an ongoing war.
Right-wing politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Hegseth compares Iran rescue to resurrection as Trump threatens strikes on civilian infrastructure

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth compared the rescue of a U.S. airman shot down over Iran to the resurrection of Jesus.
World news
fromThe Walrus
1 day ago

A Daring US Rescue in Iran Highlights a War Going Sideways | The Walrus

The successful rescue of a downed US airman from Iran was crucial for military reputation and political standing amid an ongoing war.
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1 day ago

Geopolitical tensions and energy volatility shape global markets - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Major indices, including the Nasdaq Composite, S&P 500, and Dow Jones Industrial Average, all recorded gains, with the Nasdaq delivering its strongest weekly performance since November.
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#iran
US politics
fromThe Washington Post
10 hours ago

Hegseth's rosy claims about Iran war contradict reality, officials say

The U.S. military's claims of air dominance over Iran are challenged by recent incidents, indicating Tehran's capability to threaten U.S. forces.
World politics
fromThe Nation
12 hours ago

How the Saudis Keep Sidestepping a Costly Role in the Iran War

Trump threatens war crimes against Iran while Saudi Arabia remains passive despite its military capabilities.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 hour ago

Trump and Iran Make Contradictory Ceasefire Claims

Iran will continue charging tolls for cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz despite a ceasefire announcement by Trump.
World politics
fromAxios
7 hours ago

Trump's Iran threats raise moral stakes for military members

Threats against Iran's infrastructure raise concerns about potential war crimes and civilian casualties amid escalating tensions.
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fromThe Washington Post
12 hours ago

As Trump escalates war, Iranian civilians fear they will pay the price

Iranians fear U.S. attacks will devastate their economy and civilian lives, complicating the narrative of wanting freedom from their regime.
Washington DC
fromemptywheel
2 days 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.
#israel
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fromTruthout
1 day ago

Absence of Accountability for Gaza Genocide Has Enabled Israel's War on Lebanon

Israel's military actions in Lebanon have led to significant civilian casualties and a growing humanitarian crisis.
World news
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Absence of Accountability for Gaza Genocide Has Enabled Israel's War on Lebanon

Israel's military actions in Lebanon have led to significant civilian casualties and a growing humanitarian crisis.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Protecting civilians is a sign of strength and an American ideal | Ted Widmer

Donald Trump threatens severe military action against Iran, reflecting a lack of remorse and confidence amid ongoing conflict and unmet goals.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
5 hours ago

Urgent 25th Amendment calls grow after Trump threatens mass destruction of Iran's civilization

Democratic lawmakers are urging the invocation of the 25th Amendment to remove President Trump due to his threatening rhetoric towards Iran.
US Elections
fromAxios
11 hours ago

How the Iran war affects Americans' inflation expectations

Median one-year inflation expectations rose to 3.4%, driven by increased gas price expectations, while consumers anticipate worsening financial situations.
#houthis
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
19 hours ago

What is driving the Houthis' decision-making on joining the Iran war

The Houthis are divided between cautious strategies and commitments to allies amid the US-Israel conflict, influenced by past military experiences.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
19 hours ago

What is driving the Houthis' decision-making on joining the Iran war

The Houthis are divided between cautious strategies and commitments to allies amid the US-Israel conflict, influenced by past military experiences.
#iran-war
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
4 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.
fromInc
9 hours ago
World news

The Iran War Is Disrupting More Than Oil. Here's What Could Get Expensive Next

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fromwww.npr.org
17 hours ago

Beer cans, helium balloons and mortgages: An unexpected mix of things affected by the war

The Iran war has caused significant global shortages and price increases in essential commodities, affecting daily life and economic stability.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
4 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.
fromInc
9 hours ago
World news

The Iran War Is Disrupting More Than Oil. Here's What Could Get Expensive Next

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fromwww.npr.org
17 hours ago

Beer cans, helium balloons and mortgages: An unexpected mix of things affected by the war

The Iran war has caused significant global shortages and price increases in essential commodities, affecting daily life and economic stability.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 hours ago

Russia and China block UN resolution on Strait of Hormuz

Russia and China vetoed a UNSC resolution aimed at protecting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, citing bias against Iran.
World politics
fromAxios
7 hours ago

Pope issues stiffest rebuke yet to Trump over war threats

Leo opposes Trump's policies on Iran and immigration, emphasizing the need for peace and rejecting war as a moral imperative.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv lays out how Russian satellites help Iran in war'

Russian satellites provided detailed imagery of military sites in the Middle East, leading to subsequent Iranian attacks on those locations.
#us-iran-relations
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fromBusiness Insider
1 hour ago

Trump announces two-week ceasefire in Iran

Trump announced a two-week ceasefire in US strikes against Iran, contingent on Iran's agreement to open the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromAxios
7 hours ago

Pakistan proposes 2-week Iran ceasefire ahead of Trump deadline

Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran are progressing, potentially leading to a temporary off-ramp for both sides.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 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.
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fromBusiness Insider
1 hour ago

Trump announces two-week ceasefire in Iran

Trump announced a two-week ceasefire in US strikes against Iran, contingent on Iran's agreement to open the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromAxios
7 hours ago

Pakistan proposes 2-week Iran ceasefire ahead of Trump deadline

Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran are progressing, potentially leading to a temporary off-ramp for both sides.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 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 politics
fromThe Walrus
6 hours ago

Trump Says "A Whole Civilization Will Die." Experts See a War Spinning Out of Control | The Walrus

Open-source intelligence shapes modern warfare, revealing the pitfalls of impulsive military decisions without clear objectives or public support.
#ukraine
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
10 hours ago

Ukraine: Several killed as Russia strikes bus, other targets

Ukrainian drone strikes and Russian artillery attacks continue to escalate, resulting in civilian casualties amid calls for a ceasefire during Orthodox Easter.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Ukraine and Syria to cooperate on security, Zelenskyy says

Ukraine and Syria agreed to enhance security cooperation and development opportunities amid regional tensions and military expertise exchange.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Ukraine: 'Massive' Russian air strikes kill at least 14

Russia's air attacks on Ukraine resulted in at least 14 deaths, with Kharkiv facing significant drone and missile strikes.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
10 hours ago

Ukraine: Several killed as Russia strikes bus, other targets

Ukrainian drone strikes and Russian artillery attacks continue to escalate, resulting in civilian casualties amid calls for a ceasefire during Orthodox Easter.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Ukraine and Syria to cooperate on security, Zelenskyy says

Ukraine and Syria agreed to enhance security cooperation and development opportunities amid regional tensions and military expertise exchange.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Ukraine: 'Massive' Russian air strikes kill at least 14

Russia's air attacks on Ukraine resulted in at least 14 deaths, with Kharkiv facing significant drone and missile strikes.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

New Zealand asks US to send fuel tankers to Pacific to alleviate pressure caused by Iran war

New Zealand urged the US to send fuel tankers to the Pacific to mitigate economic impacts from the Middle East conflict.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
10 hours ago

Russia confirms 16 Cameroonian soldiers killed in Ukraine war

Sixteen Cameroonian soldiers have been confirmed killed while fighting for Russia in the Ukraine conflict, marking the first acknowledgment of their involvement.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Iran war and Russia talks strain relations between Ukraine and the United States

Zelenskiy criticized U.S. demands for troop withdrawal in exchange for security guarantees amid ongoing tensions with Trump and Russia.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
17 hours ago

Three Things the Consensus Gets Wrong About the Iran War

Pessimism about the U.S. war with Iran stems from skepticism, professional incentives, and sometimes ignorance of military terminology.
World news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
13 hours ago

UN to vote on watered-down resolution to open the Strait of Hormuz. Russia and China are key

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the need for accessible reporting.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Was Trump oblivious to the realities of Netanyahu's promised easy' war on Iran?

Netanyahu sought Trump's support for a more aggressive stance against Iran, promising benefits for both Israel and the US.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 hours ago

Pakistan appeals to Trump to extend deadline, Iran to reopen Hormuz Strait

Pakistan urges diplomatic efforts to resolve the US-Israel war on Iran and requests a two-week extension for negotiations.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Readers reply: Has a call for restraint from an authority figure ever put a stop to war?

Mediation and calls for restraint can sometimes lead to the de-escalation of conflicts, though outcomes vary significantly.
#afghanistan
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 hours ago

Afghanistan brands China peace talks with Pakistan useful'

Afghanistan's foreign minister expresses optimism about peace talks with Pakistan despite ongoing conflict and humanitarian concerns.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
7 hours ago

Afghanistan, Pakistan held 'useful' peace talks, Kabul says

Clashes between Afghan Taliban and Pakistan have escalated, with mediation efforts underway in China to resolve ongoing conflicts.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 hours ago

Afghanistan brands China peace talks with Pakistan useful'

Afghanistan's foreign minister expresses optimism about peace talks with Pakistan despite ongoing conflict and humanitarian concerns.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
7 hours ago

Afghanistan, Pakistan held 'useful' peace talks, Kabul says

Clashes between Afghan Taliban and Pakistan have escalated, with mediation efforts underway in China to resolve ongoing conflicts.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Mearsheimer: No signs of quick end to US-Israel war on Iran

Mearsheimer argues that the idea that the US and Israel are making a safer, more stable Middle East is ludicrous, emphasizing that the real threat comes from their collaboration.
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
4 days ago

How Donald Trump's War on Iran Helps Vladimir Putin's War on Ukraine

In 2021, when Olga Rudenko and other journalists launched the Kyiv Independent, they were committed to making a publication that wouldn't face political pressure from an owner. A few months later, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and the Independent began reporting breaking news from the front lines.
Russo-Ukrainian War
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fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Middle East crisis live: Trump says he is not at all' worried about possible war crimes as his deadline nears

Trump threatens severe military action against Iran if demands are not met, escalating tensions in the region.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Yemen's civilians fear fallout after Houthis enter Iran war

Fear of air strikes and rising prices threaten daily life in Sanaa, Yemen, amid escalating regional conflict.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
16 hours ago

US-Israel playing Russian roulette with security of the region'

US and Israel jeopardize Gulf environmental security with military actions near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
4 weeks ago

The War's Next Phase: Five Indicators That Matter Most

Military operations against symmetric targets succeed historically, but asymmetric threats like Shahed drones require adaptive branch plans rather than predetermined sequels.
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fromThe Washington Post
17 hours ago

Ramen, K-beauty, clothes face shortages as Iran war hits Asia's supplies

Supply chain issues in Asia are causing shortages of everyday goods due to rising oil prices and petrochemical shortages.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

North Korea keeping Iran at arm's length, reports Seoul

North Korea is distancing from Iran to pursue a new relationship with the US, according to South Korean intelligence.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Has the humanitarian crisis in Gaza been ignored?

Despite the ceasefire that came into effect in October, the Israeli military has continued to violate the agreement by carrying out air strikes and limiting the entry of aid.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Middle East crisis live: Tehran warns Trump over strait of Hormuz threat; Netanyahu suggests Israel helped rescue downed US crew member

Iran condemns Trump's threats, claiming they follow Netanyahu's commands, escalating tensions in the Middle East.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days 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.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Iran war: Indonesia calls on UN after peacekeeper deaths

Three Indonesian UN peacekeepers were killed in Lebanon, prompting Indonesia to call for an emergency UN Security Council meeting.
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