World & Security — Archive
Foreign policy, defense, trade, and international relations
Powerful 6.9-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Northern Japan
No tsunami warning issued as government activates emergency response; no immediate reports of injuries or major damage.
Poll: 48% of Voters Say US Too Supportive of Israel, Highest Since 2017
Quinnipiac survey shows majority of Democrats and independents believe American backing of Israel has gone too far.
U.S. and Iran Dispute Timing of Nuclear Inspections as Interim Deal Faces Public Test
IAEA chief says inspections will happen under memorandum, but Tehran insists any visits must wait until a final agreement is reached.
Club for Growth Affiliate Targets Kansas GOP Gubernatorial Candidate in $2M Ad Buy
The School Freedom Fund ad campaign against Vicki Schmidt highlights her 2008 votes on immigration-related amendments as the Aug. 4 Republican primary approaches.
Debate Grows Over Using Iran's Frozen Billions To Fund Satellite Internet Access
Proposals emerge to redirect frozen assets toward connectivity as Tehran cracks down on digital access, with $500 million price tag cited for direct-to-cell coverage.
UN Watchdog Says IAEA Inspectors Will Visit Iran Nuclear Sites Under New Agreement
The agreement calls for oversight of nearly 1,000 pounds of highly enriched uranium buried under a destroyed Iranian facility.
Tucker Carlson's Anti-Israel Commentary Draws Criticism From Some on the Right
A Substack writer argues that Carlson's focus on Israel has veered into dangerous territory, but others defend his commentary as protected speech.
Murphy: Sanctions Relief Makes It Harder to Make a Deal With Iran
The Connecticut Democrat argues that releasing oil sanctions upfront eliminates U.S. leverage in negotiations, while the Trump administration frames the deal as humanitarian relief.
Congress Weighs Foreign Funding Disclosure Requirements in Defense Bill
Proposed measures would lower reporting thresholds for university foreign gifts and contracts from $250,000 to $50,000 while targeting countries of concern including China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea.
Trains Across Germany Halted for Hours by Communication System Outage
Deutsche Bahn restores service after nearly 2.5 hours as GSM-R radio network fails nationwide, leaving passengers stranded.