A Trillion-Dollar Defense Bet: Can Military Might Buy Lasting Security?
The U.S. House of Representatives’ approval of a $1.15 trillion defense policy bill marks more than another annual budget exercise—it…
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When Political Rhetoric Becomes a Democratic Test
Political speeches have always shaped public opinion, inspired movements, and framed national priorities. But when the language of politics increasingly…
Houthi Red Sea Blockade Threat Could Further Strain U.S. Military, Analysts Warn
WASHINGTON: A growing threat by Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi movement to impose a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia in the Red…
Rubio Reaffirms U.S. Readiness for Iran Talks While Warning Against Threats to Global Shipping
MANILA: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reaffirmed Washington’s willingness to negotiate an end to the Iran crisis, while…
Pentagon Says U.S. War in Iran Has Cost $37.5 Billion, Seeks Additional Funding
WASHINGTON: The United States’ military campaign in Iran has cost an estimated $37.5 billion so far, with the Pentagon warning…
U.S., Iran Dig In Over Strait of Hormuz as Escalating Airstrikes Fail to Break Deadlock
DUBAI: The United States and Iran have intensified their military confrontation over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, with both sides…
Trump Imposes 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods, Escalating U.S.-Canada Trade Dispute
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump has announced sweeping 50% tariffs on most Canadian imports, accusing Canada of unfair trade practices…
The Politics Behind ‘Freedom Fuel’—How Cheap Gas Became a Campaign Message
The emergence of the Freedom Fuel Network, a chain of gas stations offering gasoline at $3.47 per gallon and publicly…
Trump, Infantino Booed During FIFA World Cup Trophy Ceremony After Spain’s Victory
NEW YORK: U.S. President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino were met with boos from sections of the crowd…
US Continues Ninth Consecutive Day of Strikes on Iran as Regional Tensions Escalate
DUBAI: The United States launched a ninth consecutive day of military strikes against Iran on Monday, further intensifying the ongoing…