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Lavrov Explains Russia's Support for Iran

Iran warns UAE and Bahrain of harsh response as gas prices soar in Los Angeles

Residents Protest Erosion of International Law

Local activists decry federal policies undermining humanitarian migration and overseas military actions

Green Party Webinar Highlights U.S. Aggression Against Latin America

Webinar to address military attacks, economic coercion, and violations of international law

Trump Raises Hopes for Iran War Winding Down, but Fighting Continues

Despite Trump's claims of productive talks, Iran denies negotiations as death toll rises across the region.

Opinion: Iran Has Been a Burr Under the Saddle for Too Long

Retired teacher argues the U.S. and Israel are right to try to remove Iran's destabilizing influence.

Families of Iran's Elite Thrive Abroad as Ordinary Iranians Suffer

Critics say Iran's ruling clerics and IRGC leaders live lavish lives in the West while imposing hardship on their own people.

Ukraine Faces Growing Pressure as Russia Readies New Offensive

With U.S.-brokered peace talks on hold due to the war in Iran, Putin plans to expand military gains in Ukraine

Satellite images reveal damage from Iran war

Fires, destroyed buildings and ships seen in imagery from conflict

Satellite Images Show Damage From Iran War

Imagery reveals destruction at military sites and ports across the Middle East.

Iran's internet blackout silences voices at home as diaspora creators fill the void

Iranian American creators try to provide perspectives on the war, but the government's internet shutdown makes it nearly impossible to reliably survey opinions inside Iran.

Trump Accuses Iran of Using AI to Spread Disinformation

President claims Iran is using artificial intelligence to mislead public about wartime successes and support

Trump Accuses Iran of Using AI to Spread Disinformation

The former president claims Iran is using artificial intelligence to mislead the public about wartime successes and support.

Trumpy Billionaire Holds Antichrist Lectures Near Vatican

Peter Thiel, a Palantir co-founder and Trump ally, has brought his controversial talks on the Antichrist to Rome, angering some Catholics.

Queen Camilla Claims Meghan 'Brainwashed' Prince Harry, New Book Alleges

Upcoming royal biography by Tom Bower makes controversial allegations about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's departure from royal life.

WADA Considers Barring U.S. Officials from L.A. Olympics Over Unpaid Dues

The global anti-doping agency is weighing a proposal to exclude President Trump and other U.S. government representatives from the 2028 Games.

WADA Considers Barring Trump, US Officials from LA Olympics and World Cup Over Unpaid Dues

The global anti-doping agency is proposing new rules that could exclude American government representatives from major sporting events.

WADA Threatens to Bar Trump, US Officials from LA Olympics and World Cup

Proposal comes amid years-long refusal of US government to pay annual dues to global anti-doping agency

Zelensky Laments 'Solid Santa Barbara' Ukraine Negotiations, Drone Rejection

Ukrainian president says talks postponed again due to US-Russia tensions, while Trump rebuffs Kiev's drone requests.

California Faces Uncertainty in Defending Against Potential Iranian Drone Threat

Experts say an attack is plausible but unlikely, as Iran would face major logistical challenges to strike the U.S. West Coast.

Dem House members say they're in the dark about potential Iran threats to California

Rep. Eric Swalwell said the Trump administration is refusing to brief Congress, leaving state leaders without any info about what the FBI 'actually knows' about potential threats.

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