Dem Senator Who Demanded Saudi Accountability Over Khashoggi Meets With Crown Prince, Pushes Palestinian State
Sen. Chris Murphy meets with Saudi Crown Prince MBS, pushing for peace with Iran and a Palestinian state while skipping Khashoggi.
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Biden Came Close to Cutting Off U.S. Weapons to Israel After Gaza Drone Strike, Memoir Reveals
Memoir reveals Biden nearly cut off US weapons to Israel amid Gaza war, Iranian threat, and hostage crisis.
Media Outlets Pushed a Script That Made War in Iraq Seem Like a Good Idea
An essay argues American media failed to question the Iraq war's claims, echoing officials' talking points while ignoring expert warnings.
Mamdani Slams Netanyahu’s Gaza Speech as a Distraction From Israel’s Own Failures
Mayor Mamdani rebuts Netanyahu's Gaza criticism, saying the conflict isn't about him and the Israeli PM.
Iranian Delegation Told to Leave U.S. After Talks Stall, Trump Warns of Possible Strikes
US orders Iranian negotiators out as talks stall; Trump warns of possible strikes after midterms.
Iraq Warns US Against Sanctions on Iranian Airlines, Citing Its Own Vulnerability
Iraq's FM says Baghdad won't join US sanctions on Iran, calling itself 'a victim' of the US-Iran war.
Former Diplomats Assess U.S. Withdrawal From Iraq and Region’s Future
Former diplomats weigh the U.S. withdrawal from Iraq, where the crowd cheers freedom but some fear Iran and ISIL's return.
Turkey Sees Opportunity as U.S. Signals It Will Pull Back From the Middle East
Turkey builds bases and signs defense deals across the Middle East, seeking to replace the U.S. as the region's main outside power.
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Tyrant Review: FX’s Ambitious Drama Couldn’t Decide Between Thriller and Soap
A tyrant's house, a family torn apart, a nation in revolt—this tale of exile and power never quite delivers on its promise.
Diesel Price Tops Record as Traders Bet Fuel Shortage Lingers
UK diesel hits an all-time high of 199.18p per litre, driven by seven months of Middle East disruption.
New BBC Reports Show What Fighting Looks Like at the Front Line of Yemen’s Escalating War
A rare BBC report from Yemen's front line: soldiers warn of attack, drones hover, and strikes follow soon after the crew departs.
Bessent Warns Iran’s Economy Will Have ‘Nothing Left to Trade’ Within Two Weeks
US Treasury chief warns Iran's economy will run dry in two weeks amid blockade, while Tehran's ceasefire offer is rejected.