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Top Catholic Cardinal Criticizes Trump's Iran War

Cardinal Robert W. McElroy, the archbishop of Washington DC, says the war fails to meet the 'just war' threshold.

Americans Divided on Iran War, Polls Show Rising Concerns

Majority oppose military action as Trump threatens further force against Iran

US Intensifies Strikes Inside Iran as Conflict Enters 11th Day

War Secretary Hegseth says today will be the most intense day of the campaign so far

Americans Divided on U.S. Military Action Against Iran, Polls Show

Concerns over rising oil prices and expanded conflict loom as Trump threatens further force

Kim's Sister Warns of "Terrible Consequences" After US-South Korea Drills

Kim Yo Jong criticizes joint military exercises amid global instability

German Chancellor Expresses Concerns Over Ongoing U.S. Military Operations in Middle East

Merz says there is 'no common plan' for a 'swift and convincing conclusion' to the conflict with Iran.

Russia Gains Diplomatically and Economically from US-Israel Strikes on Iran

Moscow offers little more than rhetorical sympathy to Iran, but the conflict in the Middle East has handed Russia an unexpected windfall.

North Korean Leader's Sister Criticizes U.S.-South Korea Military Drills

Kim Yo Jong warns of "terrible consequences" if North Korea's safety is challenged

Trump Dismisses Idea of Sending US Troops to Iran to Secure Uranium

President says 'we haven't made any decision' on potential military action in Iran

Trump Advisers Urge Quick Iran Exit Amid Backlash Fears

President says war mission mostly accomplished, but some aides push for exit plan as oil prices spike.

Iran's New Leader Elevated by Revolutionary Guards

Mojtaba Khamenei's selection as supreme leader seen as strengthening the Guards' hardline policies

Venezuela Rebukes US Senator's Hostile Rhetoric, Calls for Respectful Dialogue

Foreign minister urges political actors in the US to abandon narratives that undermine international coexistence.

Trump Admin Estimates $5.6B Cost for Iran War's First 2 Days

The estimate was provided to congressional committees, according to a source.

Australia Joins US-Led Military Efforts in Gulf

Albanese Government sends aircraft and missiles to support US operations amid escalating conflict with Iran

Israel, US May Plan to Assassinate Iran's New Supreme Leader

Mojtaba Khamenei considered unwilling to make concessions, report says

Market Signals Longer Iran Conflict as Officials Tout Quick Resolution

Prediction markets price in extended Iran-U.S. conflict despite political messaging of a short, controlled operation

Trump's War With Iran Raises Concerns for Zelensky and Europe

The outcome of the US-Iran conflict could redefine global power dynamics and leave Ukraine and Europe scrambling.

Rise of Mojtaba Khamenei Shows Iran's Resilience

The Islamic Republic is more durable than many policymakers assume, despite economic crisis and social unrest.

US and Israel Diverge on Iran War Strategy as Trump Faces Pressure

Allies see gap in goals as US public opposition grows and Trump seeks to end conflict

Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Urges Military to Abandon Regime

Reza Pahlavi calls on Iran's armed forces to lay down arms and join the people against the current government.

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