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fromTruthout
1 day ago
Right-wing politics

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

Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 day 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.
Europe news
fromSemafor
4 days ago

Shorter showers and workweeks: Iran war disrupts daily life

The Iran war is causing global disruptions, prompting governments to implement measures to mitigate the energy crisis.
France politics
fromwww.thelocal.fr
4 days ago

PODCAST: Oil crisis fuels French anger and is France sleepwalking into a far-right presidency?

The war in Iran affects France's food prices and roadblocks, while the 2027 presidential election and Celine Dion's return are also discussed.
US Elections
fromFast Company
4 days ago

As the Iran war drags on, are Trump's tactics to regulate markets working?

Trump is focused on stabilizing financial markets amid the Iran war, despite rising oil prices and declining stock indices.
US Elections
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

New Poll Shows 6 in 10 Americans Want End to Iran War ASAP

A majority of Americans oppose the U.S. and Israel's joint war on Iran, with 56 percent disapproving and only 33 percent supporting it overall.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 hour 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
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 hours ago

US satellite firm Planet Labs announces blackout on war on Iran images

Planet Labs stated it will withhold imagery dating back to March 9 and expects the policy to remain in effect until the end of the war, which began on February 28.
Science
#lebanon
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
17 hours 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.
France politics
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Hopes dim for swift end to Iran war after Trump's television speech; oil prices surge anew

European foreign ministers condemn violence in Lebanon and call for ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
17 hours 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.
France politics
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Hopes dim for swift end to Iran war after Trump's television speech; oil prices surge anew

European foreign ministers condemn violence in Lebanon and call for ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.
#iran
fromWIRED
2 days ago
Podcast

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

US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
15 hours ago

You're Going to Want to See this Result!' Smerconish Alerts Trump To His Viewer Poll on Leaving Iran War

A CNN poll shows 54% support seizing Iran's enriched uranium before ending hostilities.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
17 hours ago

What the Iran-Iraq war can tell us about the US-Israeli war on Iran

Trump and Netanyahu share illusions similar to Saddam Hussein's during the Iran-Iraq war, leading to devastating consequences for Iran.
Podcast
fromWIRED
2 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 news
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

The Cost of the Iran War

The war has resulted in significant casualties, economic costs, and geopolitical implications, particularly affecting Iran, Lebanon, and the Gulf states.
Podcast
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

How the War Has Reshaped Life in Iran

Life in Iran is challenging under bombardment and government repression, with citizens fearing the ongoing war will increase their suffering regardless of the outcome.
fromThe New Yorker
1 day 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
#donald-trump
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day 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.
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago

Trump's Iran war: A chaotic narrative with threats, contradictions, and onomatopoeia

Donald Trump has actively promoted his narrative of the war against Iran through numerous interviews, social media posts, and public statements since February 28.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

Trump asks weary public for patience over a war that will end shortly'

Donald Trump assured that the conflict with Iran is nearing its end and emphasized the achievement of military objectives.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 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.
Higher education
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

How Gaza Broke Big Tech's Campus Pipeline

Students are protesting the use of technology in military actions, particularly in relation to Israel's actions in Gaza.
#social-media
Digital life
fromAxios
5 days ago

Super scrollers sour on democracy: poll

Heavy social media use correlates with lower support for democracy and increased acceptance of subjective facts and political violence.
Digital life
fromAxios
5 days ago

Super scrollers sour on democracy: poll

Heavy social media use correlates with lower support for democracy and increased acceptance of subjective facts and political violence.
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Rupture and Repair Under Fascist Conditions

"We have a great opportunity in our movements to learn how to be opponents without being enemies," says Tanuja Jagernauth. This perspective emphasizes the importance of maintaining respect and understanding even amidst conflict.
Social justice
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 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.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Fox News Has a Growing Trump Iran War Problem: How to Cover an Unpopular Populist

Fox News faces challenges as Trump's approval ratings drop amid the Iran war, complicating its historically successful business model.
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 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.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Australia wants to sell its social media ban to the world but are the measures even working?

Age assurance technology is ineffective, with many teens bypassing age verification and platforms failing to enforce compliance with the social media ban.
fromDigiday
4 days ago

'Predictability has become a luxury': As the Iran war drags on, ad markets are starting to sweat

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink said high oil prices for a sustained period would trigger a 'steep and stark recession' - one that could wipe out nearly $50 billion in ad spend this year and another $44 billion the next.
Marketing
Environment
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

The Iran War Just Revived Clean Energy - Buy This ETF Before Its Too Late

Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions are accelerating the transition to clean energy as an economic necessity.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago

Good Morning, News: Tens of Thousands Attend "No Kings" Protest, Another Disappointed Right-Wing Influencer, and Trump Threatens to Bomb Iran's Drinking Water

Support for local journalism and arts is crucial for community engagement and cultural enrichment in Portland.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Women who speak out must be exterminated': the rising tide of digital violence facing Ethiopian activists

Yordanos Bezabih, an Ethiopian women's rights activist, faces severe online threats and has left Ethiopia for her safety.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Trump's War With Iran Almost Torpedoed The EA Saudi Arabia Deal

EA's CEO assures investors that AI will enhance the company's growth amidst market uncertainties.
Business
fromFortune
6 days ago

As the Iran war drags on, 'shell-shocked' CEOs may soon break their silence on Trump | Fortune

War-induced recession may compel CEOs to voice opposition against the Trump administration.
#protest
US politics
from48 hills
5 days ago

At No Kings protest, war on Iran and Epstein files were big topics - 48 hills

Thousands protested in San Francisco against the war on Iran, demanding change and expressing concerns about complacency under the Trump administration.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

A right-winger tried to own a No Kings protestor with gotcha questions. She skewered him instead. - LGBTQ Nation

A woman's powerful responses at a protest left a right-wing interviewer speechless, earning her widespread praise online.
US politics
from48 hills
5 days ago

At No Kings protest, war on Iran and Epstein files were big topics - 48 hills

Thousands protested in San Francisco against the war on Iran, demanding change and expressing concerns about complacency under the Trump administration.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

A right-winger tried to own a No Kings protestor with gotcha questions. She skewered him instead. - LGBTQ Nation

A woman's powerful responses at a protest left a right-wing interviewer speechless, earning her widespread praise online.
Remote teams
fromSBS News
1 week ago

Is the war in the Middle East Australia's COVID 2.0 moment?

The current economic crisis shares superficial similarities with the COVID-19 pandemic, but experts highlight significant differences in nature and response.
Games
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

How the US memeifies its war on Iran

The US is criticized for transforming its war against Iran into entertainment through memes and video games.
fromThe Atlantic
23 hours ago

The Iranian Opposition's Urgent Task

Pahlavi pledged to lead a transition to a 'free and democratic Iran.' He called on President Trump to continue the American-Israeli military operation against Iran, in the hope of displacing a regime he decried for placing a 'sea of blood' between itself and its people.
World news
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Voters Who Dislike Both Parties Are Turning Against Trump

Republicans may struggle in the 2026 midterms due to strong Democratic leanings among voters who dislike both major parties.
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 day ago

Why a War in the Middle East Is Hitting Australians at the Petrol Pump

Australia's economic insulation is no longer guaranteed by geography, as geopolitical unrest in the Middle East can swiftly impact its economy through international energy markets.
World politics
#israel
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

I don't know how we'll emerge from this': How much more can Israelis take?

Years of war have drastically altered Israel's politics, economy, and society, with significant financial and legal repercussions looming ahead.
Digital life
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

What could six fictional voters teach us about how social media really works?

Exploring online content through six fictional voters during the Senedd election reveals diverse political perspectives and the influence of social media algorithms.
London politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

The attack on the right to protest in the UK is not just about Palestine

Recent trials of pro-Palestinian activists reveal politicised policing and legislation threatening free assembly in Britain.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

What the F*ck': The New York Times Claims J-Pilled' Means Skeptical of Israel

The term 'J-pilled' is described as far-right slang for skepticism of Israeli influence, raising concerns about its implications and usage.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromFortune
6 days ago

The Iran and Ukraine wars are converging as combatants increasingly overlap, but 'we are still not at a true world war' | Fortune

Russia's involvement in the Iran war is deepening, merging conflicts with Ukraine and threatening broader regional escalation.
#middle-east-conflict
World politics
fromRealagriculture
2 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.
fromFortune
2 days ago
World politics

How the Iran war adds to the US K-shaped economy through higher gas prices | Fortune

Gasoline prices in the U.S. have surged due to the Middle East conflict, impacting lower-income households more severely than wealthier ones.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago
World news

One month of war on Iran cost Arab countries up to $194bn: UNDP

Conflict in the Middle East is expected to significantly increase poverty rates and economic decline in affected countries.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

War crimes are no longer shameful. That should terrify you

Warring sides in the Middle East show contempt for civilian life, flouting international laws protecting civilians amid escalating conflict.
World politics
fromRealagriculture
2 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.
World politics
fromFortune
2 days ago

How the Iran war adds to the US K-shaped economy through higher gas prices | Fortune

Gasoline prices in the U.S. have surged due to the Middle East conflict, impacting lower-income households more severely than wealthier ones.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

One month of war on Iran cost Arab countries up to $194bn: UNDP

Conflict in the Middle East is expected to significantly increase poverty rates and economic decline in affected countries.
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 days ago

Taking a Stand on Adversaries' Influence in the Western Hemisphere

The January 3rd Operation Absolute Resolve ousted Venezuelan Dictator Nicholas Maduro, marking a significant shift in US policy towards countering adversarial influence in the western hemisphere.
World politics
fromInc
3 days ago

Could the Iran War Accelerate the Shift to FourDay Workweeks?

Some businesses and countries have tested the four-day model, with many reporting productivity actually increased as a result, while burnout and turnover rates plunged.
World news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago

Markets remain nervous as Iran threatens to attack US blue-chip companies - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Warning to the invading American ruling establishment and its affiliated spy companies. You ignored our repeated warnings about the necessity of halting terrorist operations, and today, in terrorist attacks carried out by you and your Israeli allies, a number of Iranian citizens were martyred.
World news
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 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.
fromTNW | Opinion
1 month ago

Opinion: Red lines and Red flags

For years, Anthropic has distinguished itself from peers by embracing a safety-first stance. Its flagship model, Claude, was designed with guardrails that explicitly prohibit use in fully autonomous lethal weapons or domestic surveillance. Those restrictions have been central to the company's identity and its appeal to customers wary of unfettered AI.
Artificial intelligence
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Yemen's Houthis coordinate with Iran, but retain independence, despite war

Houthis align with Iran's strategy while maintaining autonomy to influence regional and domestic objectives in Yemen.
EU data protection
fromInfoWorld
1 month ago

Sovereignty isn't a toggle feature

European cloud alternatives like Hetzner and Scaleway can deliver comparable performance and capabilities to AWS while significantly reducing costs, though they require greater operational responsibility and architectural commitment to sovereignty.
#trump
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

Four Ways the Iran War Could End

President Trump seeks a deal to withdraw U.S. and Israeli forces from Iran, aiming to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and stabilize oil prices.
World politics
fromFortune
4 days ago

'Go get your own oil': Trump's message to allies who haven't backed war in Iran | Fortune

Trump criticized allies for not supporting U.S. efforts in the Iran conflict, urging them to secure their own oil supplies.
World news
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

Economist Paul Krugman Has a Dark Theory About the Iran War

Trump's actions regarding Iran led to suspicious trading patterns in oil markets, raising concerns about potential insider trading.
World politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Op-Ed | As war in Iran drags on, Trump is flailing | amNewYork

Trump's actions against Iran reflect a disregard for constitutional law and have led to a complex and unresolved military conflict.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

The Perils of One-Man Rule

Trump admires Xi Jinping's strongman leadership, but Xi's ruthlessness is weakening China, as seen in military purges and leadership instability.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

War on Iran: US's history of making other nations pay for conflicts

Trump may request Arab nations to finance the US-Israel war on Iran, similar to Gulf War funding mechanisms.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

Four Ways the Iran War Could End

President Trump seeks a deal to withdraw U.S. and Israeli forces from Iran, aiming to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and stabilize oil prices.
World politics
fromFortune
4 days ago

'Go get your own oil': Trump's message to allies who haven't backed war in Iran | Fortune

Trump criticized allies for not supporting U.S. efforts in the Iran conflict, urging them to secure their own oil supplies.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

For The First Time, More Americans Sympathize With Palestinians Than Israelis

American sympathy for Palestinians has surpassed support for Israelis for the first time in modern history, with 41% favoring Palestinians versus 30% favoring Israelis, representing a dramatic reversal from decades of pro-Israeli sentiment.
World news
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

What Are Your Obligations When Your Country Is the Villain?

The U.S. executed a devastating missile strike on a school in Iran, killing many children and raising moral questions about its actions.
Business
fromHarvard Business Review
1 month ago

Rethinking Strategy in a Hyperpolitical World

Corporate decisions face intense public scrutiny for political implications, resulting in boycotts, revenue loss, reputational damage, and executive terminations, yet political engagement remains unavoidable for businesses.
World news
fromReadWrite
4 days ago

Experts say geopolitical trades test limits of insider trading laws

Unusual trading patterns before Trump's Iran announcement raise questions about market integrity and the adequacy of current regulations.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Middle East crisis live: oil spill warning after tanker attacked in Dubai; explosions in Tehran and Jerusalem amid wave of attacks

Iran's attack on a tanker escalates tensions in the US-Israel conflict, impacting global oil prices and regional stability.
#pakistan
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Trump's Iran war and energy policies outline dangerous volatility' of fossil fuel push

Trump's actions have exposed the volatility of fossil fuels and the urgent need for a transition to clean energy.
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

How China's propaganda is spinning the Iran war

The viral video produced by CCTV features the aggrieved 'Persian cats' seeking vengeance against the arrogant 'white eagle,' which dominates a desert realm called the 'golden flow valley.'
World politics
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

We're Living in Horrible Conditions for Meaningful Dissent

The repeated imagery of war has desensitized the public, lowering political stakes and altering perceptions of conflict.
Miscellaneous
fromPrx
1 month ago

The World

Marco Rubio received a standing ovation at Munich; Denmark updated conscription; Americas' last prison island became a tourist bioreserve; Winter Olympics update featured Sarah Spain.
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 politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

The battle on the propaganda front intensifies

Iran employs asymmetric economic tactics against U.S.-Israeli military superiority while misinformation complicates public understanding of the conflict.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 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.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

We, the American people, have had enough of endless wars

US military attacks on Iran lack constitutional authorization, violate international law, contradict public will, and result from Israeli pressure rather than imminent threats to American security.
World politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Opinion: Killing an enemy leader often escalates conflict and chaos

Decapitation strategy—killing enemy leaders—succeeds tactically but fails strategically in nationalist conflicts because nationalism evolves and strengthens after foreign attacks rather than collapsing.
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