Today’s news
King Charles Makes Sandringham Outing After Commonwealth Day Statement
The monarch addressed 'increasing pressures' in his message ahead of the annual service.

Iranian ODU Students Hopeful for Peaceful Future After US Actions
Hampton Roads Iranians share harrowing experiences, express hope amid ongoing tensions.
US Dispatches Second Aircraft Carrier to Middle East as Iran Tensions Escalate
The USS Gerald R. Ford joins the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group, raising concerns about a potential military conflict with Iran.
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Feb. 27, 2026
Iran Crisis Exposes Impotence of America's Neoliberal War Machine
US dispatches second aircraft carrier to Middle East as tensions with Iran escalate
Feb. 25, 2026
NATO Launches 'Arctic Sentry' to Bolster High North Security
New multi-domain activity will coordinate exercises, surveillance, and operations across the Arctic region
Feb. 21, 2026
Great Decisions Lecture Series Explores China, Africa, and Human Rights
Experts discuss U.S. relations, geopolitical significance, and the future of international law
Feb. 15, 2026
NATO Shifts Command Roles, Giving Europe More Responsibility
The U.S. will hand over some NATO commands to European allies, while maintaining overall leadership through the Supreme Allied Commander Europe position.
Feb. 12, 2026
NATO Restructures Leadership Roles, Shifts Responsibilities to European Allies
US Defence Secretary skips critical NATO summit amid alliance changes
Feb. 12, 2026
Pentagon No. 3 Urges 'Partnership Rather Than Dependency' at NATO Meeting
Defense Secretary Hegseth skips gathering as U.S. official calls for NATO to evolve its approach.
Feb. 12, 2026
NATO Chief Unveils Arctic Sentry Before Defense Talks
New multi-domain activity to bolster security in the Arctic and High North
Feb. 12, 2026
NATO Launches Arctic Sentry Military Effort to Address Greenland Dispute
The new initiative aims to improve security in the High North amid growing Russian and Chinese influence.
Feb. 11, 2026
Iran Marks 47th Anniversary of 1979 Revolution Amid Crackdown and Tensions with US
The commemoration highlighted Iran's internal divisions as the country faces anger over a bloody crackdown on protests and ongoing nuclear negotiations with the US.
Feb. 11, 2026
Iran Marks 47th Anniversary of 1979 Revolution Amid Tensions
Protests and crackdowns overshadow government-sponsored rallies commemorating the Islamic Revolution
Feb. 11, 2026
NATO Boosts Arctic Military Presence After Trump Meeting
New 'Arctic Sentry' exercises aim to counter growing Russian and Chinese influence in the region.
Feb. 11, 2026
NATO Launches Arctic Sentry Military Effort
Move aims to shift focus from Greenland dispute to countering Russian, Chinese influence in the High North
Feb. 11, 2026
Iran's President Apologizes Over Crackdown as Nation Marks 1979 Islamic Revolution Anniversary
Masoud Pezeshkian acknowledges 'great sorrow' caused by violent suppression of protests, as U.S. President Trump suggests sending another aircraft carrier to the region
Feb. 11, 2026
Iran Marks 47th Anniversary of Islamic Revolution Amid Pressure
Protests, U.S. military moves add tension as Iran celebrates revolution milestone
Feb. 11, 2026
Iran Marks 47th Anniversary of Islamic Revolution Amid Pressure
Government-sponsored celebrations take place as country faces internal and external challenges.
Feb. 10, 2026
Ukrainian Armed Forces Attack Funeral Procession in Zaporizhia Oblast
Six people wounded in shrapnel attack, power line to Zaporizhia Ferroalloy-1 NPP disconnected
Feb. 10, 2026
U.S. Hands Over Some NATO Commands to European Allies
The move shows European countries are taking more responsibility for conventional war planning.
Feb. 9, 2026
NATO Shifts Command: US Leads Naval Forces, Italy and UK Take Key Roles
Transatlantic security alliance restructures leadership, signaling a new era of burden-sharing and strategic realignment.
Feb. 9, 2026
US to Hand Over 2 NATO Command Posts to Europe
Military source says the US will transfer control of major NATO commands in Italy and Virginia.