World & Security

Israel Kills Iran’s ‘Effective Leader’ in Overnight Strike, Targets Basij Commander

Ali Larijani, described by the IDF as Iran's effective leader since the war began, was killed in a targeted Israeli operation along with Basij Resistance Force commander Gholamreza Soleimani.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, March 17, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

Johnson Refutes Joe Kent on Iran: There Was Clearly an Imminent Threat

Speaker says classified briefings showed Iran building ballistic missiles to fire on Americans, as former counterterrorism director resigns over strike rationale.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, March 17, 2026 · 3 min read
World & Security

Khamenei's Killing Renews Questions About US Assassinating Foreign Leaders

The joint U.S.-Israeli operation that killed Iran's supreme leader marks the first time a democracy has openly assassinated a foreign head of state, raising legal and ethical concerns.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, March 17, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

Lindsey Graham Got a War With Iran. What Will It Cost the Country and His Party?

The South Carolina senator has long advocated for direct confrontation with Tehran, and his influence with Trump has helped turn that vision into reality as the conflict reshapes midterm politics.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, March 17, 2026 · 4 min read
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Missouri Pastor Suspended After Church Learns She Managed Epstein's Private Island

Rev. Stephanie L. Remington worked as Epstein's administrative assistant and property manager on Little Saint James from August 2018 to May 2019.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, March 17, 2026 · 3 min read
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New Video Shows US Embassy in Baghdad Targeted by Iran

Video emerging from Baghdad shows what appears to be an Iranian attack on the US Embassy compound, amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, March 17, 2026 · 3 min read
World & Security

Trump Treasury Sanctions Foreign Critics While Lifting Sanctions on Allies

Former diplomats say administration is using sanctions tool for political retribution rather than national security objectives

By Diane Park · Tuesday, March 17, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

Some Democrats Shift Views on U.S. Military Support for Israel

As potential conflict with Iran looms, Democratic candidates increasingly distance themselves from unconditional military aid to Israel.

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

Democrats, Media Clash Over Narratives Surrounding Trump Administration Iran Operations

Progressive lawmakers and media critics question military approach while administration supporters defend decisive action against Tehran.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, March 17, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

Two Charged With First-Degree Murder in Death of Anti-Iranian Regime Activist in Canada

Masood Masjoody, 45, a former university math instructor and board member of an anti-regime group, was found dead in Mission, British Columbia weeks after disappearing.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, March 17, 2026 · 3 min read