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Experts Push to Expand Iran Sanctions to Include Antiquities Trafficking
Cultural heritage lawyers and former prosecutors argue explicitly naming Iranian archaeological material in sanctions would strengthen enforcement against trafficking networks.
Trump Compares Iran Strike to Pearl Harbor During Japanese PM Visit
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi appeared visibly uncomfortable during the Oval Office exchange, with reporters noting her eyes widening and smile disappearing.
Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Is Using Drone Expertise to Help 5 Countries Against Iran Attacks
Ukrainian military specialists are operating in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Jordan to help counter Iranian Shahed drones.
Trump Posts on Truth Social After Gas Field Attacks, Raising Questions on U.S.-Israel Alignment
The post came after attacks on gas facilities in the Middle East, as analysts seek to decipher whether Trump signal continued U.S. support for Israel.
Former Israeli Ambassador Doesn't Think Iran War Will Last Six More Months
Ambassador Gilad Erdan criticized Western leaders for questioning the conflict's timeline, while Senate Republicans blocked a Democratic war powers resolution.
Georgia Gubernatorial Candidate Rick Jackson Vows to Ban DEI While His Company Previously Touted Diversity Initiatives
The Republican hopeful has made ending DEI a central campaign issue, but unearthed audio shows his former company praised its diversity programs under his leadership.
How to Make It Easier for Iranians to Revolt
Policy analysts debate whether expanded sanctions, diplomatic isolation, or support for dissidents would most effectively encourage popular uprising in Iran.
Iran's Ayatollahs Criticize UAE's Open Economy Model
Conservative religious leaders in Tehran have intensified their rhetoric against the UAE's market-oriented approach, framing it as incompatible with regional values.
Japan's Prime Minister Visits White House Amid Iran War, Strait of Hormuz Tensions
Takaichi faces pressure to support U.S. while navigating Japan's pacifist constitution and public opposition to the Iran conflict
Rama Duwaji's Past Social Media Posts Celebrating Palestinian Terrorists Surface
New York City political figure's wife posts from early adulthood under scrutiny as critics question past glorification of violence.