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Israel Needs Weeks to Destroy Iran's Military, Defense Official Says
Senior Israeli defense official says three more weeks needed to accomplish goal of decimating Iranian military forces.
Israel Targets Iran's Oil Facilities as Fighting Escalates
Oil prices surged to $100 per barrel as Israel expanded its military operations to include Iranian energy infrastructure, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Lebanese Parliament Extends Term by 2 Years as Israel Intensifies Attacks on Lebanon
76 legislators voted for the extension while 41 opposed it; over half a million people have been displaced by the escalating conflict.
Seventh U.S. Service Member Dies From Injuries After Iranian Attack
Military officials confirm the death as tensions between the U.S. and Iran continue following recent attacks in the region.
Mojtaba Khamenei, Son of Iran's Late Supreme Leader, Chosen as Successor
The 56-year-old Mojtaba Khamenei takes over Iran's highest office after an Israeli airstrike killed his father and his wife, assuming control of the country's military and nuclear program.
Oil Prices Surge to Multi-Year Highs as Iran War Intensifies, Threatening Global Supply
Brent crude hit $119.50 per barrel before retreating, with the Strait of Hormuz effectively shut down and Asian markets reacting sharply to supply concerns.
The Endgame in Iran: No Stopping Until Regime Change
An analysis argues that allowing the Islamic Republic to survive the current confrontation could transform a military victory into a political defeat.
A Look at Iran's Key Political and Religious Figures
Iran's governance blends religious authority with elected offices, creating a complex power structure that shapes domestic and foreign policy.
Hakeem Jeffries Won't Commit to Blocking Additional Iran War Funding
The House minority leader said President Trump has failed to make his case for the war but stopped short of pledging to block supplemental funding if requested.
Hegseth Rebuffs Reports of Russia Aiding Iran, Says No One Is Putting US in Danger
Defense secretary dismissed concerns about Russian intelligence sharing with Iran as U.S. military operations continue in the Middle East.