Geopolitics
Hegseth’s claims about Iran war contradict reality, officials say
The defense secretary’s rosy portrayal of U.S. success in the conflict risks misinforming the public and the president, observers worry.
Read moreDetailsIranian civilians voice fear and fatigue as U.S. escalates conflict
People in Iran say they could be left to pick up the pieces if President Donald Trump destroys the country’s infrastructure and economy.
Read moreDetailsWith threat to destroy Iran’s ‘civilization,’ Trump fuels war crime fears
President Donald Trump said the United States would target “every” Iranian bridge and power plant. Experts say such blanket action violates international law.
Read moreDetailsTrump warns ‘a whole civilization will die’ if Iran doesn’t make a deal
The president had issued a deadline of 8 p.m. Eastern time for Iran to open up the Strait of Hormuz, pledging destruction by midnight if leaders don’t comply.
Read moreDetailsA Flawed Formula for Peace in Ukraine
Trump can’t end a war with a real estate transaction.
Read moreDetailsRamen, K-beauty, clothes face shortages as Iran war hits Asia’s supplies
Even potato chips aren’t safe from the ripple effects of President Trump’s Iran war, which is disrupting supply chains across Asia.
Read moreDetailsAmerica and China Can Make AI Safer
Cooperation is necessary—and possible.
Read moreDetailsAmerica Has Lost the Arab World
Wars in Gaza, Iran, and elsewhere have sunk Washington’s reputation—maybe for good.
Read moreDetailsTrump claims ‘active’ peace talks with Iran as bombing deadline approaches
The president has given Iranian officials until 8 p.m. Tuesday to make a ceasefire deal or face widespread destruction. Tehran on Monday reasserted its rejection of U.S. demands.
Read moreDetailsKidnapped U.S. journalist believed alive in militia’s Iraqi stronghold
U.S. and Iraqi officials believe freelancer Shelly Kittleson was kidnapped last week by Kataib Hezbollah, a paramilitary group with links to Iran.
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