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Prices Soar as Gaza Smuggling Booms; Officials, Soldiers and Middlemen Accused of Cashing In
Cigarette packs now sell for up to $140 each while vehicle batteries cost over 2,300% more than before the war, according to an AP investigation.
US Says Sanctions Will 'Squash' Iran's Economy and 'Collapse' Its Regime
The Trump administration doubles down on maximum pressure campaign, with officials predicting economic devastation for Tehran.
ICE and Iran Coordinated to Deport More Than 100 Iranians in 2025-2026, Emails Show
Emails obtained by advocacy group reveal Iranian officials had influence over deportation lists, including last-minute changes at Tehran's request.
Anthropic CEO's Wife Courted Epstein to Invest in a Porn Site, Report Alleges
The allegations involve outreach to the convicted sex offender before his 2019 death, according to initial reporting.
Graham's Taiwan Answer Draws 'Unprepared' Criticism in South Carolina Senate Race
The appointed senator said she was 'not that informed on national security' during Tuesday's debate, giving rival Ralph Norman new ammunition with a week until the runoff.
New Military Recruits Are Joining in Higher Numbers, but Not for the Reason Hegseth Claims
Defense Secretary has attributed recruitment gains to administration policies, though recruitment officials and data suggest economic factors may be primary drivers.
Israeli Military Launches Criminal Probes Into Killings of Hind Rajab and Palestinian Paramedics
The investigations focus on the deaths of a 5-year-old girl and 15 medics, while declining to pursue cases involving World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders aid workers.
Prince Harry and Meghan Will Move Back to the United Kingdom, Source Says
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex plan to return to Britain after years in the United States, according to a person familiar with their plans.
Israeli Airstrikes Kill at Least 17 in Gaza as Ceasefire Negotiations Falter
The strikes, which came two days after Jared Kushner asked Israel to scale back attacks, have killed at least 1,273 people since the October ceasefire began.
US Ally on Putin's Doorstep Braces for War as Russia Tensions Take Ominous Turn
Polish deputy defense minister says Warsaw is preparing for potential conflict while NATO allies monitor escalating Russian pressure along eastern flank.