World & Security — Archive
Foreign policy, defense, trade, and international relations
House Oversight Committee Subpoenas Attorney General Pam Bondi Over Epstein Files Handling
Republican Chairman James Comer demands Bondi testify on April 14 regarding DOJ's compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, weeks after bipartisan criticism over document releases.
What to Know About the Top Iranian Officials Targeted by Israel in Overnight Strikes
Israel says it killed Ali Larijani, who was running Iran during its widening war with the U.S. and Israel, and Gholam Reza Soleimani, head of the Basij paramilitary force.
National Counterterrorism Center Director Resigns Over Iran War
Joe Kent, a retired Green Beret and longtime Trump ally, says he cannot in good conscience support the ongoing military campaign.
Senate Confirmation Process Under Scrutiny as Political Appointments Surge
Data shows political appointees to ambassadorships rose from 40% under Biden to over 90% in Trump's second term, raising competency concerns.
Behind Tehran's Blackout: How CNN's Access to Iran May Come With a Price
Media watchers question whether access granted by the Iranian regime ensures unbiased coverage of a nation with limited Western journalistic presence.
Israel Says Michigan Synagogue Attacker's Brother Was Hezbollah Commander
The suspect, Ayman Muhammad Ghazali, died by suicide after driving into Temple Israel in a Detroit suburb; IDF says his brother was killed in a Lebanon strike last week.
Israeli Strikes in Gaza Kill 12 People, Including 2 Children and a Pregnant Woman
The deaths occurred in strikes on a house in Nuseirat refugee camp and a police vehicle in Zawaida, marking latest fatalities amid fragile ceasefire.
Formula 1 Cancels April Grand Prix Races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Amid Middle East Tensions
The races were scheduled for April 12 in Bahrain and April 19 in Jeddah; F1 cited safety concerns as Iran escalates regional attacks.
How the Iran War Could Become More Costly and Complex
Analysts examine escalating economic and strategic stakes as regional tensions persist amid ongoing nuclear negotiations.
Iranian Lawmaker Cites UN Charter in Calling Ukraine 'Legitimate Target' for Helping Israel with Drones
Ebrahim Azizi of Iran's National Security Commission invoked Article 51 to justify potential attacks on Ukraine after Kyiv agreed to help counter Iranian drones targeting Israel.