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Bombing Iran Won't Bring Freedom

The most likely outcome of an American-Israeli bombing campaign is not the advent of liberal democracy but something worse.

Japan Explores 'China-Free' Defence Supply Chain

Aims to reduce reliance on strategic rival amid export restrictions

Iranian Man Praises Trump for Freeing 90 Million Hostages

Exiled Iranian thanks former president for taking decisive action against regime

GiveDirectly Prepares Emergency Cash Relief for Families Affected by Middle East Conflict

Leading Direct Cash Nonprofit Is Currently Monitoring Three Regions for Rapid Cash Deployment as US-Israeli Strikes on Iran Displace Over 100,000 People

LA Marathon Assures No Terror Threat Ahead of Race

Heightened security measures in place as tens of thousands descend on the city

Iranian Journalist Urges Trump to 'Finish the Job' Against Regime

Masih Alinejad says Iranians are celebrating the regime's fracturing but fear further unrest if the U.S. doesn't completely defeat it.

Trump Administration Debates Allowing Tencent to Keep U.S. Gaming Stakes

Concerns over data security and Chinese military ties prompt review of Tencent's investments in Epic Games, Riot, and other major studios.

Exiled Iranians in 'Tehrangeles' celebrate Khamenei's death, but uncertainty looms

The death of Iran's supreme leader sparks joy and anxiety in the Iranian American community of West Los Angeles

Protests and Celebrations Erupt in Los Angeles After U.S. and Israeli Airstrikes on Iran

Demonstrators take to the streets, with Iranian Americans divided in their reactions to the military operation.

Trump Slams Iran for Attacking Neutral Neighbors

Former President says Iran's 'evil ideology' led to attacks on Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and Oman

Demonstrators in LA Call for Freedom for Iranian People

Another rally is set for downtown LA on Monday.

Protests Erupt Across US After Attacks on Iran

Demonstrations held in major cities condemn military action against Iran

Jane Fonda Protests US Strikes on Iran as Iranian Americans Celebrate in LA

Activist actress leaves $6M mansion to denounce military action, while Iranian Americans in 'Tehrangeles' cheer attacks on Tehran

Iranian Americans Anxiously Watch Middle East Conflict

Los Angeles is home to the largest Iranian-American community in the U.S.

Iranians in LA React to Strikes on Iran

The Iranian diaspora in Los Angeles has mixed feelings about the Trump administration's attacks.

Trump-Backed Iran Attack Sparks Backlash from MAGA Supporters

Promises of 'America First' foreign policy appear broken as conservatives criticize the strikes

Flights Rerouted, Canceled as Missiles Shut Down Dubai Airports

One of the world's busiest airports is shut down and flights around the Middle East are canceled as the region is rocked by air strikes in and around Iran.

Hollywood Stars Divided Over Trump's Iran Strikes

Celebrities condemn military action while others praise 'promises kept'

Iran's Uncertain 2026 World Cup Participation Amid Political Tensions

Escalating geopolitical conflicts raise doubts about Iran's ability to compete in the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

Iranians Celebrate Assassination of Supreme Leader Khamenei

Crowds dance, cheer, and flash peace signs in the streets after U.S.-Israeli strike kills Iranian leader.

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