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Iran President issued chilling 'invasion' warning right before US airbase bombed in Qatar
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Iran Missile Strikes Target US Qatar BaseIran launched missiles at Al Udeid Air Base, the largest US facility in the Middle East, following US attacks on Iranian nuclear sites.
- Iran fired missiles at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar responding to US strikes on nuclear facilities over the weekend.
- The base hosts around 8,000 US personnel and serves as the central hub for US air operations in the region.
- Qatar temporarily closed its airspace and US/UK authorities advised their nationals to seek shelter hours before the attack.
- This escalation follows significant US attacks on three Iranian nuclear sites and intensifies regional tensions.
Iran will not leave any attack on its sovereignty unanswered.— A statement from the IRGC, the most powerful branch of the Iranian military, regarding the recent attacks on US bases.
Trump Warns to 'Keep Oil Prices Down' After Iran Strike: President Trump on Monday called for oil prices to stay low after the weekend U.S ...
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Oil Price Surge Challenges Fed’s Inflation ControlRising oil costs from US-Iran tensions may delay Federal Reserve interest rate cuts beyond 2025.
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- US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites triggered a sharp increase in global oil prices.
- Sustained higher energy costs could complicate the Federal Reserve’s inflation outlook.
- The Fed has kept interest rates steady this year despite President Trump’s calls for reductions.
- Experts highlight risks of stagflation due to combined effects of tariffs, immigration policies, and rising oil prices.
EVERYONE, KEEP OIL PRICES DOWN. I'M WATCHING!— Donald Trump demands in a post on Truth Social that oil prices stay low.
Zelensky meets King Charles for lunch at Windsor Castle: Keir Starmer is also expected to host Ukraine’s president at Downing Street
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Trump ‘still interested’ in Iran diplomacy: White House: Donald Trump thinks Iranians should overthrow their government if it refuses to negotiate on its nuclear ...
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King Charles meets with President Zelenskyy at Windsor Castle
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‘Trump is not a king’: Marjorie Taylor Greene insists she has ‘critical thinking’ now that Trump discarded her for having ‘opinions’
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Greene Challenges Trump on Middle East War DecisionGreene denounces U.S. involvement in new Middle East conflict, highlighting trillions spent and soldiers lost under Trump.
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- Marjorie Taylor Greene condemns the U.S. entering a new Middle East war, contradicting Trump’s previous campaign promises.
- She highlights America’s massive debt and the human cost of prolonged foreign conflicts that benefit no citizens.
- Despite her opposition, Greene continues to back many Trump administration policies and frames dissent as patriotic.
- Greene faces the complexity of reconciling her views on political prisoners and protests with her former political stance.
Critical thinking and having my own opinions is the most American thing ever.— Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene expresses her stance on supporting Trump while disagreeing on foreign policy.
Pakistan condemns Trump for Iran attack a day after recommending him for Nobel Peace Prize
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Trump in wake of Iran attack: ‘Everyone, keep oil prices down’: In the wake of the U.S. attack on Iranian nuclear facilities, President Trump on Monday urged ...
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Will Russia join Iran-Israel war? Putin vows to ‘assist Iranian people’ during meeting with Araghchi
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Trump raises world tension with his strikes against Iran: The decision to attack by the US president, who had pledged not to drag his country into another ...
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US prepares for Iran retaliation after strikes on nuclear sites | The Jerusalem Post
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Iran could attack US in next two days, say US officials: Report: The US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran’s nuclear sites has been completely and ...
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China says Taiwan president spreading 'heresy' with sovereignty speech: China on Monday accused Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te of "heresy" ...
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Trump asks why there would not be 'regime change' in Iran: WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday questioned the possibility of regime ...
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Trump Signals Possible Iranian Regime OverhaulFollowing strikes on nuclear sites, tensions rise with nearly 1,000 casualties reported amid fears of broader Middle East conflict.
- President Trump hinted at regime change in Iran after ordering attacks on three nuclear facilities, escalating regional tensions.
- His remarks conflicted with earlier calls for negotiation and US officials' denials that regime change was the mission goal.
- Secretary of State Rubio cautioned that any Iranian retaliation or nuclear advancement would threaten the regime's survival.
- Contradictory statements from Trump and his aides complicate efforts to assess US intentions and heighten war escalation risks.
It’s not politically correct to use the term, ‘Regime Change,’ but if the current Iranian Regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn’t there be a Regime change???— Donald Trump posted on social media after ordering a surprise attack on three of Iran’s nuclear sites.
How everyday consumer prices are changing under President Trump: Using consumer price data, the Tribune is tracking 11 everyday costs for Americans and how they ...
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Saving the Damaged Chestnut Tree Mural in HorwRestoration of the 33-year-old mural costs 100,000 CHF and is planned to finish by the end of August 2025.
- The mural depicting the legend of the chestnut trees in Horw has suffered significant moisture damage.
- Restoration work includes replacing damaged wooden panels and carefully retouching the painting across its 50 square meters.
- The 100,000 CHF cost is largely due to specialized carpentry and art restoration efforts.
- Funding is only partially secured, prompting a fundraising campaign to cover remaining expenses before completion in August.
The restoration is indeed labor-intensive.— Christian Volken, media spokesperson for the municipality of Horw, describes the challenges of restoring the mural.
Michigan Dem to introduce bill limiting presidential power to deploy troops on US soil
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Iran issues stark warning to Trump ‘the gambler’: We will end this war: Iran said on Monday that the US attack on its nuclear sites expanded the range of ...
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Trump announces US strike on 3 Iranian nuclear sites: WASHINGTON -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday evening announced that the U.S ...
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Iran Strikes US Bases Amid Rising Middle East ConflictMissile attacks targeted US forces in Qatar and Iraq after US destroyed Iranian nuclear sites; travel alerts issued globally.
- Iran launched missile attacks on American military bases following US airstrikes on key nuclear facilities in Iran.
- The conflict between Israel and Iran has involved continuous air raids and missile exchanges for over ten days.
- The US State Department issued worldwide advisories warning of increased risks to Americans abroad amid rising hostilities.
- Calls for diplomatic efforts intensify as the risk of a broader regional war escalates with each retaliatory strike.
Any country in the region or elsewhere that is used by American forces to strike Iran will be considered a legitimate target for our armed forces.— Ali Akbar Velayati, advisor to Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, warned that bases used by US forces could be attacked in retaliation.
OpinionNYC’s Compelling Mayoral Primary Is a Microcosm of the Democratic Party: What the polls lay bare are the same problems Democrats have on the national level ...
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Operation Sindoor met all objectives, instilled fear in terrorists, says Rajnath: President Droupadi Murmu's speeches inspire empowerment, equality ...
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Oil Rises as World Awaits Possible Reaction From Iran: President Donald Trump’s strike on Iran has put the world on edge.
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Ramaphosa believes democratic order in SA still in 'good health' despite various challenges
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OpinionThe Iran bombing shows how Trump creates chaos for others to create comfort for himself
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Trump's strikes on Iran a gamble with 'no endgame in mind,' says Sen. Mark Kelly: Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona says President Trump's decision to strike ...
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Trump warns Iran of more strikes if ‘peace does not come quickly’: ‘There’s no military in the world that could have done what we did tonight ...
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JD Vance claims US is at war with Iran’s nuclear program, not Iran: Vice-president declines to double down on Trump’s stance that Iran’s nuclear sites were ...
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US Airstrike Delivers Major Blow to Iran’s Nuclear EffortsThree Iranian nuclear sites were destroyed on June 21, 2025, in a mission that avoided American pilot casualties, says VP Vance.
- Vice President JD Vance clarified that the United States is targeting Iran’s nuclear program, not the country itself.
- On June 21, 2025, US forces successfully struck three Iranian nuclear facilities without risking American pilots’ lives.
- Vance praised the operation as highly impactful and a source of national pride regardless of political views.
- The US government seeks peace with Iran but insists the nuclear weapons program must be dismantled first.
We are not at war with Iran, we are at war with Iran’s nuclear program… We destroyed that uranium, and we did it without endangering the American pilots.— Vice President JD Vance during an interview with NBC News.
Trump loves saying 'You're fired.' Now he's making it easier to fire federal workers
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Giuliani Demands Treason Charges for Dems Threatening to Impeach Trump Over Iran: Several Democrats have argued that the president’s strikes on Iran required ...
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Türkiye doing its utmost to prevent Israel-Iran conflict from worsening: Erdogan: Ankara never condones attacks against Iran’s sovereignty, security of the ...
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Why Karoline Leavitt is so annoying: From trolling the media to gaslighting the public, it's clear why Trump hired her as press secretary
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Erdogan says won’t let terror ‘drag Syria back to instability’: Turkey will not allow extremists to drag Syria back into chaos and instability ...
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Mary Trump Traces Donald Trump's Attack On Iran To The Pettiest Reason: The president's niece reduced his motive for strikes on Iran to a recent blow to his ...
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Threat from the ex-president: Medvedev: Third countries could arm Iran with nuclear weapons
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Pakistan condemns Trump after recommending him for a Nobel Peace Prize: Pakistan has condemned U.S. President Donald Trump for bombing Iran, less than 24 hours ...
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Pakistan Backs Trump for 2026 Nobel Peace PrizePakistan plans to nominate Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for aiding peace talks between India and Pakistan.
- Pakistan announced it will officially recommend Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for his diplomatic role in easing tensions with India.
- Trump confirmed airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites shortly after the news and highlighted a peace deal between Congo and Rwanda.
- The agreement, following three days of talks, is scheduled for signing in Washington next week.
- Critics challenge Trump's claims of credit for other peace efforts in the Middle East and Balkan regions.
This is a Great Day for Africa and, quite frankly, a Great Day for the World!— Donald Trump confirmed the breakthrough in a Truth Social post.
amaBhungane | Lottery jackpot: Mashatile’s family tied to new multibillion-rand operator deal
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Iran-Israel war: SA calling on UN to broker peaceful resolution - Presidency: President Cyril Ramaphosa says he had hoped the US, particularly under President ...
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Israel Faces Devastation from Iranian Missile BarragesOver 50 missile impacts hit Israel in a week despite advanced air defenses intercepting hundreds of threats daily.
- Iranian missile strikes caused extensive damage in Haifa, Tel Aviv, and Ness Ziona, leaving buildings destroyed and streets covered in rubble.
- Israel’s air defense systems intercepted more than 450 missiles and about 1,000 drones over the past week but could not stop all attacks.
- Several elderly residents were injured and evacuated as rescue teams continued searching for survivors amid the destruction.
- Iran’s armed forces used sophisticated long-range missiles with powerful warheads during the recent assault.
Our entire house was destroyed -- there's nothing left.— Aviad Chernichovsky, who had rushed out of his home to get to a shelter.
U.S.-Iran Live: Putin Condemns US Strike As Iran Threatens 'Gambler' Trump
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Escalating Conflict Between Iran and Israel Deepens CrisisUS strikes on Iran's nuclear sites sparked 11 days of ongoing violence, prompting global travel warnings and calls for de-escalation.
- Iran threatened retaliatory strikes on US bases in the Middle East following US air attacks on its nuclear facilities.
- Israel continued targeting Iranian military and nuclear sites, extending the conflict into its 11th consecutive day.
- The US State Department issued worldwide cautions advising Americans to exercise increased security awareness abroad.
- Global powers including China, Russia, and the EU urged restraint to prevent the conflict from destabilizing the regional and global economy.
Any country in the region or elsewhere that is used by American forces to strike Iran will be considered a legitimate target for our armed forces.— Ali Akbar Velayati, advisor to Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a message carried by the official IRNA news agency.
Democrats sharpen arguments against Trump foreign policy on Iran: Democrats are seizing on Donald Trump’s surprise attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities to make ...
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Donald Trump: Why the warlord could be the most dangerous Trump: US President Donald Trump has declared war on the global economy, including democracy ...
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OpinionUS air strikes against Iran: Trump is not a warrior: Donald Trump may be the most unsuitable US president to stop Iran from building a nuclear bomb ...
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Lottery jackpot — Paul Mashatile’s family tied to new multibillion-rand operator deal
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Iran stands alone against Trump and Israel, stripped of allies: Iran's leaders are discovering they're on their own against the U.S. and Israel ...
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Taiwan is 'of course' a country, president says in rebuke to China: TAIPEI (Reuters) -- Taiwan is "of course" a country and China lacks both the ...
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‘Unconstitutional,’ ‘horrific,’ ‘tough decision:’ Massachusetts leaders react to Trump’s Iran strike
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Judge orders Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s release from jail before trial, but ICE plans to detain him
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Trump seeks Japan, South Korea, Australia leaders meeting at NATO summit: BRUSSELS -- U.S. President Donald Trump wants to hold a meeting with leaders from Japan ...
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Iranian-Aligned Hackers Claim Responsibility for Attack on Trump’s Truth Social Platform
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Don’t despair, Andy Beshear and Cory Booker tell Florida Democrats: “I know that people call Florida a red state these days. But I’m here as living proof ...
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Scoop: Trump launches MAGA PAC in effort to oust Rep. Massie from Congress: By going after Massie, Trump's team is looking to put wayward Republicans on notice ...
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Trump Defends Iran Strike Using Nuclear ClaimsTrump launched a Kentucky MAGA PAC campaign against Rep. Massie after calling him ‘pathetic’ over Iran strike criticism.
- Donald Trump justified the unexpected bombing of Iran by claiming the country would use a nuclear weapon if it had one.
- He described GOP Rep. Thomas Massie as simple-minded and accused him of supporting Iran’s hostile stance.
- Massie called the strikes unconstitutional and advocated bipartisan efforts to keep the U.S. out of the Iran-Israel conflict.
- Trump announced plans to campaign against Massie through the Kentucky MAGA PAC in upcoming primaries.
They would use it if they could.— Donald Trump justifies attacks on Iran with nuclear hypotheticals in a post on Truth Social.
Trump claims biggest damage to nuclear sites was 'far below ground level' – DW – 06/23/2025
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B-2 bombers from Iran mission return home to Missouri: President Trump confirmed Sunday that the pilots of B-2 bombers who carried out the U.S ...
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Bernie Sanders electrifies Fort Worth rally with anti-Trump message: U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders castigated President Trump and the billionaire class in a fiery ...
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Sanders’ Rally Challenges Billionaire Influence in TexasOn June 22, 2025, over 3,000 attendees gathered at Dickies Arena to confront corporate power and advocate workers' rights.
- Bernie Sanders continued his ‘Fighting Oligarchy’ tour with a focused stop in Fort Worth’s Dickies Arena targeting Republican districts.
- Speakers including Beto O’Rourke and Greg Casar condemned billionaire dominance and called for improved conditions for workers.
- IAM Union President Brian Bryant criticized the Trump administration for ignoring workers while granting tax cuts to the wealthy.
- The rally underscored the necessity of united political action to curb corporate influence and advance social equity.
It’s an issue that our members, regardless of what party they affiliate themselves with, they can connect with this because even though they may have voted for the Trump administration, they’re sensing that they are being left behind with the legislation he’s passing.— Brian Bryant, President of IAM Union, discusses the disconnect between workers and current legislation.
Mission accomplished for Netanyahu?: He must decide whether to keep on fighting
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Paid articlePaywall'We will show the world...': Iranian President Pezeshkian joins protests after US strikes nuclear sites
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Trump says US strikes caused ‘monumental damage’ to Iran nuclear sites: President Donald Trump insisted Sunday that US strikes had destroyed Iranian nuclear ...
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Pakistan condemns Trump's bombing of Iran — a day after nominating him for Peace Prize
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Senate Parliamentarian Kills Civil Service Cut In Continued Scrub Of 'Beautiful Bill'
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AOC floats Trump impeachment over Iran strikes: "It is absolutely and clearly grounds for impeachment," a fundraising email from Ocasio-Cortez's campaign said.
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Tinubu hands over ECOWAS leadership to Sierra Leone’s President: The ECOWAS Authority's 67th Ordinary Session closed with the symbolic handover of the ...
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Iran president says will not halt nuclear activity ‘under any circumstances’: TEHRAN: Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian said Saturday his country will not halt ...
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Putin's surprising reason for not providing war aid to Iran: 'Israel is almost a Russian-speaking country'
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Trump's Iran strike sends Democrats into tailspin over how to respond: 'All over the map'
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Congress Divided Over U.S. Strikes on Iran FacilitiesU.S. strikes destroyed three Iranian nuclear sites, sparking bipartisan debate on presidential war powers and congressional oversight.
- President Trump declared the three Iranian nuclear sites were completely obliterated in a military operation.
- Republican lawmakers praised the strikes, whereas many Democrats condemned the lack of congressional consultation.
- Democrats demanded an immediate classified briefing for Congress regarding the military actions taken.
- Lawmakers from both parties questioned the constitutional limits of the president’s authority to initiate war.
It is so grossly unconstitutional.— Senator Bernie Sanders commented on the U.S. strikes on Iran, emphasizing that only Congress has the right to take the country to war.
11 days in June: Trump’s path to ‘yes’ on bombing Iran: For more than a week, President Donald Trump kept the world wondering whether he would join Israel’s ...
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Trump says Iran nuclear facilities 'completely and totally obliterated' after US strike
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AOC Says Trump's Decision To Strike Iran Is Impeachment-Worthy: The New York Democrat's comments were the harshest rebuke of the attack to come from her party.
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OpinionJonah Goldberg: Are the Democrats coming to their senses?: The disarray in the Democratic party leadership may be showing that they're coming to their senses.
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OpinionUS attack on Iran's nuclear facilities: what is currently known: According to President Donald Trump, the US has attacked three nuclear facilities in Iran and ...
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Middle East Conflict Intensifies with Strikes on IranUS and Israeli airstrikes severely damage Iran's nuclear sites; Russia offers vague support while Iran threatens critical shipping routes.
- Israel and the United States launched significant air attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, causing major destruction.
- Russian President Putin condemned the strikes as unprovoked aggression and promised assistance without specifying details.
- In retaliation, Iran threatens to close the vital Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping lane.
- The conflict escalates with Iranian missile attacks on Israel and political unrest including calls for regime change.
Mister Trump, the player, you may start this war, but we will end it.— A spokesperson for the Iranian Army Central Command, responding to the US attacks.
Top NatSec Staffer to Both Clinton and Biden Praises ‘Bold’ Trump Iran Strike – ‘Harris ...
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OpinionDonald Trump leads U.S. into war with Iran. Where is the peacemaker now? | Opinion
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Iran: Europe on the sidelines - Trump bombs diplomatic initiatives: The US attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities have rendered Europe's efforts to find a ...
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Bay Area Democrats lambaste Trump’s Iran attack: Officials cite lack of congressional approval, prospect of a wider conflict
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GOP Senator Says Dems Will ‘Scream About’ Trump Strikes But ‘There’s Nothing They ...
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OpinionDemocrats aren’t the ones ‘concerned with the interests of the few’: 'It should be obvious that Trump and the Republicans are not concerned with “the welfare and ...
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Why the Senate’s Byrd Rule Could Mean Trouble For Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’: What is the Byrd Rule and why is it leading to huge cuts to Senate Republicans' ...
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Right Move, Wrong Team: The U.S. strikes on Iran may have been necessary, but the manner in which Trump acted should raise alarms about what lies ahead.
theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2025/06/right-move-wrong-team/683283/
OpinionComment: Trump bombs his dealmaker façade into oblivion: With his airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, the US president is breaking his promise to be a ...
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OpinionDemocrats have regrets about confirming Kristi Noem to Trump's Cabinet. If only they'd been warned.
msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/senate-kristi-noem-trump-warning-rcna214154
Now Donald Trump is a war president after all: From now on, the US president can no longer sell himself as a prince of peace. How he is trying to take his ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/usa-donald-trump-kriegspraesident-li.3272802
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As Dem Establishment Backs Cuomo, Calls Grow for NYC Mayor Race to Be 'Referendum' on Party's Direction
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Rubio warns if Iran strikes back, it will be 'worst mistake they ever made': Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday said the US attacked Iran because it “tried ...
nypost.com/2025/06/22/us-news/rubio-warns-iran-if-it-strikes-back-it-will-be-worst-mistake-they-ever-made/
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