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9 hours ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

Putin hails Russia's test launch of a new ballistic missile

Russia test-fired the Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile to modernize nuclear forces, with Putin claiming it will enter combat service by year’s end.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago
World politics

Putin Adviser Warns Russia Will Use Nuclear Weapons' Against Europe If It Ever Comes Close to a Defeat'

Sergey Karaganov warned that Russia would use nuclear weapons against Europe if Russia came close to defeat, and he portrayed European leaders as intellectually incapable.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.npr.org
9 hours ago

Putin hails Russia's test launch of a new ballistic missile

Russia test-fired the Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile to modernize nuclear forces, with Putin claiming it will enter combat service by year’s end.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Iran war: What's happening on day 74 as Tehran says ready for aggression'

Tehran warns it will retaliate to any aggression as US-Iran ceasefire talks stall amid unresolved nuclear and security demands.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Far Right Megachurch Pastor Says Trump "Has a Better Understanding" of Bible Than Pope Leo

A pro-Trump pastor claimed Trump understands the Bible better than Pope Leo XIV and criticized the pope’s antiwar stance on Iran.
#iran
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Iran didn't have a nuclear weapon before this war. But you can see why it would want one now | Simon Tisdall

Trump's actions increase Iran's motivation to pursue nuclear weapons for self-defense against perceived threats.
US politics
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

GOP Senator Suggests Trump Should "Finish" Iran With Nuclear Bomb

Senator Roger Marshall suggests extreme measures against Iran if ceasefire negotiations fail.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

For God's Sakes!' Fox's Mark Levin Urges the Trump Admin to Arm the Iranian People

Arming Iranians is urged as a way to enable liberation against a revolutionary, barbaric Islamist regime that will not abandon nuclear ambitions.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Pete Hegseth Fumes at Newsmax's James Rosen in Iran Briefing

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended President Trump's stance on Iran during a tense press briefing, rejecting claims of capitulation.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

What Is the Plan?' Dem Lawmaker Grills Pete Hegseth Over Trump War Strategy

The exchange highlighted differing views on the effectiveness of U.S. military actions against Iran's nuclear ambitions.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Iran war: US wary of peace plan postponing nuclear deal

Trump questions Iran's sincerity in proposal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifts its blockade.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Iran didn't have a nuclear weapon before this war. But you can see why it would want one now | Simon Tisdall

Trump's actions increase Iran's motivation to pursue nuclear weapons for self-defense against perceived threats.
US politics
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

GOP Senator Suggests Trump Should "Finish" Iran With Nuclear Bomb

Senator Roger Marshall suggests extreme measures against Iran if ceasefire negotiations fail.
#israel
fromTruthout
6 days ago
Left-wing politics

Democrats Demand Answers From Rubio on Number of Nuclear Bombs Owned by Israel

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
World politics

CNN's Abby Phillip Clashes With Van Jones Over Israel's Nuclear Weapons: There's Only One Power in the Middle East That Has a Nuke'

Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
6 days ago

Democrats Demand Answers From Rubio on Number of Nuclear Bombs Owned by Israel

Democrats demand transparency on Israel's nuclear capabilities amid U.S. support for the country in regional conflicts.
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

CNN's Abby Phillip Clashes With Van Jones Over Israel's Nuclear Weapons: There's Only One Power in the Middle East That Has a Nuke'

Questions about Israel's nuclear capabilities and policies regarding Iran are critical in the current geopolitical context.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

Some House Democrats press Trump to break silence on Israel's nuclear arsenal

House Democrats urge the Trump administration to acknowledge Israel's undeclared nuclear weapons program amid rising tensions in the Middle East.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

Double standards? Why Iran's nukes are scrutinised, Israel gets a pass

Israel maintains ambiguity about its nuclear capabilities while Iran faces intense scrutiny and pressure regarding its nuclear program.
#north-korea
World news
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

That Other Nuclear Nightmare: North Korea Sounds New Alarms

North Korea is significantly enhancing its nuclear weapons capabilities, aiming to match major nuclear powers like France and the UK.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 weeks ago

Pyongyang's Bet: Nuclear Growth and Great Power Support

North Korea is advancing its nuclear weapons and missile capabilities, aligning closely with China and Russia, while moving away from negotiations with the U.S.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

North Korea launches ballistic missiles towards sea off its east coast

North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles, marking its seventh test this year, prompting heightened surveillance by South Korea and collaboration with the US and Japan.
World news
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

That Other Nuclear Nightmare: North Korea Sounds New Alarms

North Korea is significantly enhancing its nuclear weapons capabilities, aiming to match major nuclear powers like France and the UK.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 weeks ago

Pyongyang's Bet: Nuclear Growth and Great Power Support

North Korea is advancing its nuclear weapons and missile capabilities, aligning closely with China and Russia, while moving away from negotiations with the U.S.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

North Korea launches ballistic missiles towards sea off its east coast

North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles, marking its seventh test this year, prompting heightened surveillance by South Korea and collaboration with the US and Japan.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump Says He Wants to 'Win' Iran War 'By a Bigger Margin'

Trump claims the U.S. has won the Iran War but seeks a larger victory to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
#trump
Germany politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump Slams German Chancellor for Claiming Iran Has Humiliated' USA: Doesn't Know What He's Talking About!'

Trump criticized German Chancellor Merz for supporting Iran's nuclear ambitions, asserting that Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump Claims Iran Sent a Much Better' Deal Offer 10 Minutes After Canceling Pakistan Summit

Trump stated Iran's leaders proposed a better deal after he canceled a U.S. delegation's trip to Pakistan for negotiations.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Trump Says Oil Price Pain Worthwhile' to Stop' Iran Getting Nuclear Weapon': They Were Gonna Take Out the Middle East'

Trump believes the oil price spike is a worthwhile trade-off to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
Germany politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump Slams German Chancellor for Claiming Iran Has Humiliated' USA: Doesn't Know What He's Talking About!'

Trump criticized German Chancellor Merz for supporting Iran's nuclear ambitions, asserting that Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump Claims Iran Sent a Much Better' Deal Offer 10 Minutes After Canceling Pakistan Summit

Trump stated Iran's leaders proposed a better deal after he canceled a U.S. delegation's trip to Pakistan for negotiations.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Trump Says Oil Price Pain Worthwhile' to Stop' Iran Getting Nuclear Weapon': They Were Gonna Take Out the Middle East'

Trump believes the oil price spike is a worthwhile trade-off to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
#us-iran-conflict
Germany news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Trump scolds Germany's Merz for criticism of Iran war

Trump defends the war on Iran as necessary to prevent nuclear threats, criticizing Germany's chancellor for opposing the military campaign.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Trump vows to continue attacks on Iran, says more US troops likely' to die

Trump pledges to continue military operations against Iran until all objectives are met, acknowledging additional US troop casualties will likely occur despite earlier diplomatic discussions.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

The war on Iran is eroding nuclear non-proliferation

US-Israeli actions against Iran are undermining trust in the NPT and raising questions about its effectiveness for non-nuclear-weapon states.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

JUST IN: JD Vance's Trip to Pakistan for Iran Peace Talks Delayed

Vice President JD Vance's trip to Pakistan for peace talks has been delayed, raising questions about a potential deal with Iran.
#us-iran-relations
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

US and Iran fail to reach peace deal after marathon talks in Pakistan

Iran and the US failed to reach a peace deal after high-stakes talks in Islamabad, with differing expectations from both sides.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

JD Vance Shares Bad News' That US and Iran Couldn't Reach a Deal in Pakistan: They Have Chosen Not to Accept Our Terms'

Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran failed to reach an agreement to end the war, with Iran rejecting U.S. terms, particularly on nuclear commitments.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump news at a glance: president renews threat to Iranian power plants and bridges after talks fail

The US plans to blockade the Strait of Hormuz following failed peace talks with Iran, escalating tensions over nuclear weapons and regional control.
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Trump says US will blockade Strait of Hormuz after Iran peace talks collapse

US-Iran negotiations in Pakistan collapsed, leading to increased tensions and a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

US and Iran fail to reach peace deal after marathon talks in Pakistan

Iran and the US failed to reach a peace deal after high-stakes talks in Islamabad, with differing expectations from both sides.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

JD Vance Shares Bad News' That US and Iran Couldn't Reach a Deal in Pakistan: They Have Chosen Not to Accept Our Terms'

Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran failed to reach an agreement to end the war, with Iran rejecting U.S. terms, particularly on nuclear commitments.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

Can Trump get a better Iran deal than Obama?

Iran's nuclear program remains a major source of tension with the US, focusing on preventing nuclear weapon development.
#us-iran-talks
#us-iran-negotiations
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Peace talks between United States and Iran collapse without a deal

Negotiations between the US and Iran failed due to Iran's refusal to commit to not developing nuclear weapons.
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Peace talks between United States and Iran collapse without a deal

Negotiations between the US and Iran failed due to Iran's refusal to commit to not developing nuclear weapons.
#strait-of-hormuz
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Trump says Strait of Hormuz to reopen soon' as US, Iran head to talks

Trump asserts the Strait of Hormuz will reopen soon, rejecting Iran's toll booth system for maritime passage.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Me and the Ayatollah': Trump Suggests He Might Control Strait of Hormuz After Iran War

Trump suggested potential U.S. control over the Strait of Hormuz and emphasized Iran's agreement to not pursue nuclear weapons.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Trump says Strait of Hormuz to reopen soon' as US, Iran head to talks

Trump asserts the Strait of Hormuz will reopen soon, rejecting Iran's toll booth system for maritime passage.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Me and the Ayatollah': Trump Suggests He Might Control Strait of Hormuz After Iran War

Trump suggested potential U.S. control over the Strait of Hormuz and emphasized Iran's agreement to not pursue nuclear weapons.
#us-military
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Vows Destruction' of Iran If REAL AGREEMENT' Can't Be Reached

U.S. military presence in the Gulf will continue until a real agreement with Iran is reached, with threats of significant military action if talks fail.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Risky commando plan to seize Iran's uranium came at Trump's request

The U.S. military proposed a complex plan to seize uranium in Iran, involving significant operational risks and unprecedented challenges during wartime.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Vows Destruction' of Iran If REAL AGREEMENT' Can't Be Reached

U.S. military presence in the Gulf will continue until a real agreement with Iran is reached, with threats of significant military action if talks fail.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Risky commando plan to seize Iran's uranium came at Trump's request

The U.S. military proposed a complex plan to seize uranium in Iran, involving significant operational risks and unprecedented challenges during wartime.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We'd all be in the destruction zone!' Can anything stop today's nuclear free-for-all?

Nuclear weapons pose an increasing global threat, with modernization efforts overshadowing disarmament discussions amid rising geopolitical tensions.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Spy Who Helped Stop Iran from Getting the Bomb

Chalker claims that during his time at the C.I.A., he was instrumental in persuading Iranian scientists to defect, which provided crucial information that 'prevented Iran from getting a nuke.' His operations involved complex strategies and a deep understanding of the scientists' motivations.
Washington DC
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 month ago

Talking Raphael

The Raphael exhibition at The Met showcases over 170 masterpieces, marking the first comprehensive display of his work in the U.S.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Reveals Pete Hegseth Was Disappointed by Iran Talks After SecDef Declares We Negotiate With Bombs!'

The U.S. Defense Department is negotiating with Iran while emphasizing military strength and deterrence against nuclear capabilities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Iranian among two charged over alleged attempt to enter UK nuclear submarine base

A 34-year-old Iranian man and a 31-year-old Romanian woman have been arrested and charged in connection with the incident at HM Naval Base Clyde, known as Faslane.
UK news
#iran-us-conflict
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

I Don't Know': Trump's Iran Negotiator Says He Has No Idea How War Will End

U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff states uncertainty about the war's end while asserting Trump's firm stance against Iran acquiring nuclear weapons.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Trump's shifting stance on ending the Iran war: From openness to talks to demanding unconditional surrender'

Trump demands Iran's unconditional surrender and suggests regime change, stating no deal is possible except under these terms, while the White House clarifies this means eliminating Iran's threat to U.S. interests.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

I Don't Know': Trump's Iran Negotiator Says He Has No Idea How War Will End

U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff states uncertainty about the war's end while asserting Trump's firm stance against Iran acquiring nuclear weapons.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Trump's shifting stance on ending the Iran war: From openness to talks to demanding unconditional surrender'

Trump demands Iran's unconditional surrender and suggests regime change, stating no deal is possible except under these terms, while the White House clarifies this means eliminating Iran's threat to U.S. interests.
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Polymarket Opens Bet On Whether Nuclear Weapon Will Be Used

Polymarket courageously defended its choice to let its users bet on the bombings in an editorial note on the platform, stating that the "ability" to wager on events such as these "is particularly invaluable in gut-wrenching times."
World news
fromFortune
2 months ago

Meet Mojtaba Khamenei, 'the power behind the robes' and presumptive favorite to assume power as Iran's Supreme Leader | Fortune

Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen publicly since Saturday, when the Israeli airstrike targeting the supreme leader's offices killed his 86-year-old father. Also killed were the younger Khamenei's wife, Zahra Haddad Adel, who came from a family long associated with the country's theocracy.
World politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump Urges Iranian Citizens to Overthrow Regime in Video Statement Following Strikes: Take Over Your Government'

The United States launched major combat operations against Iran targeting military and nuclear capabilities, with President Trump urging Iranian people to overthrow their government.
World news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
2 months ago

State Department: No 'Gentleman's Agreement' Between US, Russia On Expired Nuclear Treaty

The United States asserts it is no longer bound by New START limits and denies any informal "gentlemen's agreement" with Russia on nuclear caps.
#doomsday-clock
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

Have We Normalized Nuclear War?

It's been 20 years since I retired from the Air Force and 40 years since I first entered Cheyenne Mountain, America's nuclear redoubt at the southern end of the Front Range that includes Pikes Peak in Colorado. So it was with some nostalgia that I read a recent memo from General Kenneth Wilsbach, the new Chief of Staff of the Air Force (CSAF).
US politics
#missile-defense
#arms-control
#burevestnik
#poseidon
fromInsideHook
6 months ago

A Halloween "Real Time With Bill Maher" Put UFOs in the Spotlight

As Maher pointed out, bizarre aerial phenomena is one of a few reliably bipartisan issues in the U.S. right now. He pointed to the presence in the documentary of prominent Democrats and Republicans, as well as other "very very serious people." The first part of their conversation found Maher asking Farah about the shifting terminology surrounding mysterious aircraft, and how "UAPs" has replaced "UFOs." "Whatever it is, they're flying saucers," Maher said.
Science
US politics
fromAxios
6 months ago

U.S. will start testing nuclear bombs after three-decade hiatus, Trump says

President Trump announced an immediate resumption of U.S. nuclear weapons testing, citing a renovated arsenal and instructing the Department of War to begin tests.
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