World & Security

UN Nuclear Chief Warns Strike Near Iran Reactor Risks Crossing 'Reddest Line'

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said a projectile strike near Bushehr nuclear plant marks the closest known impact on an operating reactor since the conflict began.

By Diane Park · Thursday, March 19, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

Gabbard Faces Senate Questions After Top Aide Resigns Over Iran War

Director of National Intelligence testifies a day after her chief of staff quit, citing concerns over intelligence leading to U.S. strikes on Iran.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, March 18, 2026 · 3 min read
World & Security

Iran Threatens Strikes on Oil and Gas Targets in Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE After South Pars Hit

Iranian state media warns of retaliation after attack on its shared gas field, threatening vital energy infrastructure across the Persian Gulf.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, March 18, 2026 · 3 min read
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More Than Half of Americans Oppose US Military Force for Cuban Regime Change: Poll

Economist/YouGov survey finds 53% oppose military intervention as Trump threatens to take over the island nation

By Diane Park · Wednesday, March 18, 2026 · 3 min read
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Ossoff Questions Gabbard About Iran Posing Imminent Nuclear Threat

Senator pressed Director of National Intelligence on intelligence assessments during congressional hearing as tensions with Iran remain high.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, March 18, 2026 · 3 min read
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Top US Intelligence Officials Face Tough Questions on Iran War and Domestic Threats

Congressional hearings will examine outdated intelligence behind deadly school strike in Iran and the resignation of a top counterterrorism official.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, March 18, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

Who Is Joe Kent? Meet the Green Beret, MAGA Loyalist and Former Political Candidate Who Quit Over Iran

The 45-year-old former Army Special Forces officer and onetime political figure left his position amid ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran, according to initial reports.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, March 18, 2026 · 3 min read
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Ali Larijani, Iran's Security Chief and Powerful Regime Insider, Is Killed in Strikes, Israel Says

Israeli Defense Minister confirms the deaths of Larijani and Basij commander, marking the most senior Iranian leader killed since Supreme Leader Khamenei's death.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, March 17, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

Bessent Slams 'False Narrative' on Trump-China Talks

Treasury secretary says any delay to presidential visit would be logistical, not tied to China's refusal to secure the Strait of Hormuz.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, March 17, 2026 · 4 min read
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GOP Rep. Bacon Calls Joe Kent's Iran War Resignation 'Good Riddance'

Kent, former National Counterterrorism Center director, resigned saying Iran posed no imminent threat and the U.S. was drawn into conflict by Israel.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, March 17, 2026 · 3 min read