Ted Cruz accuses Tucker Carlson of “going down the path of communism” over Israel stance
Stephen A. Smith and Ted Cruz unite in condemnation of Tucker Carlson’s Israel position.
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Iran announces nuclear program developments following US strike
Tehran insists its nuclear program is peaceful, with no current enrichment, despite U.S. and Israeli bombings of key sites.
Lawmakers in US seek to recognize Israel’s Gaza attack as genocide
Tlaib’s resolution calls on Congress to recognize Israeli attacks in Gaza as genocide and halt US arms transfers immediately.
Australia invests in system to detect Chinese submarines underwater
Australia builds a layered underwater network using drones, sonar, and AI to detect Chinese submarines and protect critical infrastructure.
Iran confirms seizure of tanker in Strait of Hormuz
Iran confirms seizing Marshall Islands-flagged tanker Talara in Strait of Hormuz over alleged illegal cargo; crew safety prioritized.
Iranian forces reportedly seize oil tanker departing UAE
Iranian forces allegedly diverted UAE-bound tanker Talara toward their waters; ship management prioritizes crew safety amid suspicious activity.
Iranian court jails activist for nine years for alleged support of Israel
Iranian activist Mahnoush Abdollahi sentenced to nine years, six suspended, for alleged support of Israel and anti-state propaganda.
Expert claims Hamas militants chose to stay within Israeli military zone
“Hamas is trying to insert a new deal into an existing deal.”
U.S. to end reliance on China for rare earths by end of Trump’s term
Department of War announces $400 million deal to secure American rare earth supply
Israeli settlers launch arson attacks in West Bank
Dozens of Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian properties in the occupied West Bank, burning lorries, tents, and farmland as settler violence continues to escalate.