For Iran’s Rulers, Refusing U.S. Demands Is a Risk Worth Taking
Iran's leadership believes that standing firm against U.S. demands regarding its nuclear and missile programs is less threatening to its regime survival than conceding to Washington. This stance escal
Inside Iran’s Preparations for War and Plans for Survival
Facing potential military attacks and targeted assassinations, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has tasked Ali Larijani, a top national security official, with safeguarding the Islamic Rep
The Ex-Taxi Driver at the Center of Russia’s Shadow War
The Kremlin's intensifying shadow war against European allies supporting Ukraine relies on individuals like Aleksei Kolosovsky, a former taxi driver, highlighting Russia's strategy of utilizing unconv
Trump curious why Iran has not 'capitulated', US envoy Witkoff says
President Trump is reportedly puzzled why Iran hasn't "capitulated" under U.S. military pressure, despite ongoing indirect negotiations in Geneva mediated by Oman. While Iranian officials express opti
Russia Attacks Ukraine Ahead of Invasion’s 4th Anniversary
On the eve of the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion, Moscow launched a drone and missile attack on Kyiv, killing at least one person. This escalation occurs despite recent U.S.-mediated talks ai
The Ex-Taxi Driver at the Center of Russia’s Shadow War
The Kremlin's intensifying shadow war against European allies supporting Ukraine relies on individuals like Aleksei Kolosovsky, a former taxi driver, highlighting Russia's strategy of utilizing unconv
Trump Looks Ahead to Summit With China’s Xi, but Tariffs and Taiwan Loom
President Trump anticipates a significant meeting with China's Xi Jinping, but simmering tensions over trade tariffs and Taiwan threaten to overshadow the summit. Trump's recent tariff actions, includ
Uncertainty in Europe After Trump’s Supreme Court Tariff Loss
Europe faces renewed uncertainty as Trump's Supreme Court tariff loss threatens to distract from critical issues like the war in Ukraine and challenges posed by China. The ruling, deemed unlawful by A
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,459
On day 1,459 of the Russia-Ukraine war, fighting intensified across multiple regions, with both sides claiming successful strikes and civilian casualties. Amidst ongoing military actions, diplomatic e
Trump Looks Ahead to Summit With China’s Xi, but Tariffs and Taiwan Loom
President Trump anticipates a significant meeting with China's Xi Jinping, but simmering tensions over trade tariffs and Taiwan threaten to overshadow the summit. Trump's recent tariff actions, includ
Russian attack on Kharkiv kills two, Ukraine hits missile plant
Amidst ongoing combat, a Russian attack on the Kharkiv region killed two police officers during an evacuation, while Ukraine targeted a Russian missile plant, injuring 11. The strikes highlight the es
Why Attacking Iran Could Be Riskier Than Capturing Maduro
Military analysts suggest that initiating a conflict with Iran presents a greater risk to the U.S. than capturing Venezuelan President Maduro, primarily due to Iran's robust military capabilities and
At A.I. Summit, India Tries to Find a Way Between the U.S. and China
India is strategically positioning itself as a leader for developing nations in the AI landscape, attempting to navigate the complex geopolitical rivalry between the U.S. and China. Simultaneously, In
Uncertainty in Europe After Trump’s Supreme Court Tariff Loss
Europe faces renewed uncertainty as Trump's Supreme Court tariff loss threatens to distract from critical issues like the war in Ukraine and challenges posed by China. The ruling, deemed unlawful by A
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,458
On day 1,458 of the Russia-Ukraine war, intense fighting continues on both sides of the border, marked by drone and missile attacks causing casualties and infrastructure damage. Diplomatically, Wester
Trump lashes out at Supreme Court justices over tariffs ruling
Former President Trump launched a scathing attack on six Supreme Court justices, including three of his own appointees, after they ruled against his administration's global tariffs. Trump accused the
Trump lashes out at Supreme Court justices over tariffs ruling
Former President Trump launched a scathing attack on six Supreme Court justices, including three of his own appointees, after they ruled against his administration's global tariffs. Trump accused the
How China Is Stoking Fear About Travel to Japan
China is waging a disinformation campaign against Japan, exaggerating safety concerns like earthquakes and bear attacks to deter tourism and punish Tokyo for its support of Taiwan. This tactic highlig
Trump says he is considering limited military strike on Iran
President Trump is considering a limited military strike on Iran to pressure them into a nuclear deal, escalating tensions as the US increases its military presence in the region. Iran is preparing a
Trump directs US government to prepare release of files on aliens and UFOs
Donald Trump, after accusing Barack Obama of improperly disclosing classified information about aliens, has directed US agencies to prepare for the release of government files on extraterrestrial life