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US sends B-1 Bombers to Iran as Hegseth warns of ‘most intense’ strikes

US B-1 bombers took off from a British airbase on Tuesday for what Washington described as the "most intense" wave of airstrikes yet on Iran, hours after US secretary of war Pete Hegseth said the campaign would reach “its most ferocious day” since the conflict began.

The Times of India

'War with no winners': Middle East crisis enters a dangerous new phase

Even as Washington hints at a quick end to the war with Iran, analysts say Tehran is preparing for a longer strategic struggle.

Radio France Internationale

Washington cardinal says US war on Iran ‘not morally legitimate’

Robert McElroy goes further than pope has done and says conflict fails ‘criterion of right intention’

The Guardian - US

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Exile Leaders Slam Possible U.S.–Cuba Deal: 'An Offense and a Humiliation for the Cuban People'

Cuban exile leaders have criticized reports of a possible agreement between Washington and Havana that could ease some U.S. restrictions while allowing members of the Castro family to remain on the island.

Latin Times

Capitol Ink | King of the world?

A new statue titled “King of the World,” erected by the anonymous artist group The Secret Handshake, is seen on the National Mall in Washington on Tuesday. The statue compares the fictional romance depicted in the film “Titanic” to President Donald Trump’s friendship with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey…

Roll Call

Iran war: 4 big questions that help clarify the future of the Middle East

The war that the U.S. and Israeli governments launched against Iran on Feb. 28, 2026, is unprecedented in its scope across the Middle East. With the Arab Gulf states under Iranian attack, and Israel targeting Iran’s militia ally Hezbollah, even experts on the Middle East like me cannot predict the…

The Conversation

What role does the US base in Germany's Ramstein play in Iran war?

While Germany emphasises that it is not a party to the Iran war, the US airbase in Ramstein plays a central role in the coordination of the US intervention.

Euronews

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TACO vs Tehran: Who will blink first—Trump or Khamenei?

On Day 11 of the US-Iran war, President Trump claims devastating military losses and a swift end, while Iran signals prolonged resistance. This conflict is evolving into a test of endurance, with Iran aiming to outlast Washington and Israel through attrition and disruption, while Trump faces domestic pressure from rising…

The Times of India

Oil prices fall as Trump floats possible sanctions relief

Oil markets got their first significant relief in days as Trump signalled Washington could ease sanctions on some countries to cool crude prices.

Euronews

This art-filled, anti-establishment neighbourhood is where I’d always choose to stay in Washington DC

With independent stores, street art and some of the best (and most affordable) dining in the city, Annabel Grossman firmly believes Adams Morgan is the best place to base yourself in the US capital

The Independent UK

Trump says Iran war will be over 'very soon' but warns Tehran against further oil disruptions

Trump assured Republican lawmakers that the war in Iran could end “very soon” but declined to provide a specific timeline on when that might be. The US president says Washington is achieving “tremendous success” on the ground, but stressed that the war will only end after all war objectives are…

Euronews

Teen mariachi musicians who once performed on Capitol Hill released from ICE detention following backlash

Caleb Gámez-Cuéllar, 14, and Antonio Gámez-Cuéllar, 18, who performed in Washington over the summer, were placed in immigration detention last month

The Independent UK

US allies and rivals in Asia gauge fallout from war in the Middle East

North Korea, South Korea, Japan, and China are watching warily as war spreads across the Middle East

The Independent UK

Iran 'Far More Prepared For A Long War Than Trump Realises' As Middle East Conflict Threatens To Spiral

Iran signals readiness for a prolonged conflict with the US and Israel, relying on endurance and asymmetric warfare with far-reaching global implications.

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AUKUS is binding Australia to a dangerous, unpredictable leader. We need a Plan B now

In a dangerous and uncertain world, what should US allies do? Draw closer to America, or pull away?

Axios

Lebanon asks U.S. for direct peace talks with Israel to end fighting

Hezbollah entered the fighting on the second day of the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.

The Free Financial Advisor

Washington Residents Average More Than $20,000 in Disposable Income — What That Means

A number like $20,000 grabs attention fast. That figure represents the average disposable income for residents in Washington. Households across the state hold roughly $20,000 left over each year for spending, saving, investing, and enjoying life.

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Washington D.C. IndyCar track layout and event logo revealed

A seven-turn, 1.7-mile street circuit will go around several historic landmarks in Washington, D.C. for the inaugural running of the Freedom 250

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The Times of India

Marco Rubio accuses Iran of attempting to ‘hold the world hostage’ amid escalating US-Iran conflict

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio accused Iran of holding the world hostage through retaliatory strikes following US-Israeli attacks that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Rubio stated Washington is on track to achieve its war objectives against Tehran, aiming to destroy Iran's ability to target neighboring states and civilian infrastructure.

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Washington Long-Term Care Tax (WA Cares): What Workers Are Paying and Who Can Opt Out

Washington’s long‑term care program — known as the WA Cares Fund — is one of the most talked‑about payroll deductions in the state, and for...

International Business Times UK

Donald Trump Needs Europe on Iran War as Spain's Defiance Shakes European Union's Unity

European leaders are showing mixed reactions to Trump's push for support against Iran, with Spain openly rejecting military action.

The Times of India

US-Israel War with Iran: Where is JD Vance? The curious case of the 'missing' vice president

That tension became particularly visible during the early days of the Iran war, when Washington’s attention shifted to a curious question that began circulating across political circles and newsrooms alike: where exactly was JD Vance?

The Times of India

Did Israel surprise US with strikes on Iran oil depots? White House reportedly sent 'WTF' message

The White House expressed surprise and disapproval after Israel struck Iranian oil facilities, a move not anticipated by the Trump administration. Officials feared the attacks could rally Iranians, boost oil prices, and negatively impact global energy markets. While Israel stated the depots supplied the regime, Washington conveyed strong disagreement, with…

The Conversation

Arming a Kurdish insurgency would be a risky endeavor – for both the US and Iran’s minority Kurds

With the Iranian regime weakened by relentless American and Israeli missiles, Washington is eyeing a familiar U.S. ally in the Middle East to help push the Islamic Republic over the edge: the Kurds.

International Business Times UK

Condoleezza Rice Returns: Ex-State Secretary and Iraq War Architect Urges Trump to 'Render Iran Incapable'

Former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice re-emerges in Washington, just after urging the Trump administration to strip Iran of its military capability.

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