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Trump Dismisses Responsibility for Minab Massacre, Saying Photo Evidence Is “AI”
The US is widely acknowledged to be responsible for the strike, including within internal Pentagon investigations.
Omar Files Resolution Opposing Rubio’s ICC Threat as He’s Sued for ICC Sanctions
“If we respect human rights,” Rep. Ilhan Omar said, “we have nothing to fear from the ICC.”
Internal Estimates Put Iran War Cost Near $100 Billion, Reports Say
The Pentagon's estimate varies drastically from the $30 billion figure stated publicly by the Trump administration.
Trump Rejects Pause on ICE Traffic Stops After Fatal July Shootings
ICE agents have shot and killed two people this month while conducting traffic stops and vehicle pursuits.
Senators Block Pentagon Bill Over Iran War and US-Israeli Military Integration
The Trump administration’s broader proposal requests nearly $1.5 trillion in total military-related spending for 2027.
Day After Threat to Put Fees on Strait of Hormuz, Trump Says He Denounces Idea
The president said that, actually, “I don’t think anybody should be able to charge a fee for the strait.”
Trump Will Address Supposed Election Interference Claims in Primetime Speech
The president has maintained for years that his 2020 election loss was due to fraud, without any demonstrable proof.
Trump Says Iran War Has Restarted, Potentially Resetting War Powers Clock
Democrats have said they may sue the president if he doesn't adhere to previous War Powers votes.
Marco Rubio Threatens to “Teach” the ICC the “Full Meaning of American Resolve”
The secretary of state announced what he characterized as a “campaign to dismantle” the International Criminal Court.
After Controversial Egypt Match, Many Global South Fans Are Done With World Cup
Feelings of injustice around the international tournament are a symptom of geopolitics in 2026.