
Tom Waits Releases New Spoken Word Piece 'The Fly'
Tom Waits has shared a preview of 'The Fly,' a dark spoken word piece serving as the B-side to 'Boots On The Ground,' marking his first new music release since 2011.
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Tom Waits has shared a preview of 'The Fly,' a dark spoken word piece serving as the B-side to 'Boots On The Ground,' marking his first new music release since 2011.

Massive Attack has released "Boots on the Ground," their first new single in a decade, featuring Tom Waits. The track is described as a dark, powerful, and politically-charged hymn reflecting contemporary times.

A collection of political cartoons offers satirical commentary on the prospect of a "boots on the ground" invasion of Iran, addressing themes like gas prices and geopolitical missteps.

Global markets continue to experience mixed reactions, with oil prices, including Brent crude, jumping higher amid growing fears of a wider Middle East conflict, while Asian equities fall and US stocks mostly advance, balancing market sentiment with jobs data, war uncertainty, and recession fears.

The Pentagon is reportedly preparing for week-long ground operations in Iran, with US President Trump yet to fully approve the high-risk plans, as the USS Tripoli arrives in the Middle East with additional Marines, fueling speculation about a potential influx of 17,000 US troops for the ongoing Iran War, with plans for special forces being advanced.

Iran has rejected a US ceasefire proposal and dismissed claims of ongoing negotiations, dampening hopes for de-escalation, though markets like the S&P 500 still reacted positively to initial hopes for peace talks, with oil prices falling.

US-Israeli attacks continue to hit Iran's energy infrastructure, rattling the global economy with rising electricity, gas, and air cargo prices. Following an Israeli attack on the South Pars gas field, Iran has halted natural gas exports to Turkey, further straining capacity and fuel costs, while Russia has seen its oil revenues increase significantly due to the conflict. Lawmakers are now warning of potential price gouging as gas and airfares spike, though experts point to supply shocks, with Trump's energy czar calling the gas spike a "temporary blip."
An analysis explores the feasibility and implications of deploying "boots on the ground" to seize Iran's enriched uranium, amidst ongoing tensions.

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The potential capture of the oil depot would require, in a first for the ongoing US Operation Epic Fury, American troops to step foot on Iranian soil.
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US lawmakers worry Trump may put 'boots on the ground' in Iran Reuters

A meeting of the RSS in Kanpur is prioritizing strategies to increase BJP's ground presence and address discontent among its cadre members.

WASHINGTON: The White House has acknowledged that the Donald Trump administration is deliberately avoiding categorical statements on Iran, as doing so could limit the president’s flexibility in a…

A traditional invasion of Iranian territory is considered highly unlikely by analysts.

IUS Iran News LIVE updates: Israel’s military said it had begun a “broad wave of attacks” across Iran, targeting missile launch sites, air defence systems and other infrastructure linked to what it described as the Iranian “terror regime”.

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said "boots on the ground" may not be necessary, with tensions escalating in the Middle East as Washington trades attacks with Iran.

What’s the plan and does it go beyond dropping bombs from the sky? On Day 3 of the US and Israeli campaign that’s killed Iran’s supreme leader, the United States insisting there will be no boots on the ground. But while the US defense secretary talks of nuclear installations and missile launchers, the U-S president's spoken of laying the groundwork for regime change. Already, the escalation’s gone well beyond last June’s 12 days of bombing raids.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended Monday his decision to keep Britain out of the United States and Israel’s initial strikes against Iran following criticism from President Donald Trump. The post UK PM defends Iran strikes stance despite Trump criticism appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Trump announced an extension of the ceasefire with Iran to allow for further negotiations, but Tehran swiftly rejected the move, labeling it a "trap" and expressing deep distrust. The decision also led to the postponement of JD Vance's trip to Pakistan and contributed to oil market uncertainty.

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Escalation risks in the Middle East are widening as Iran demonstrates its significant leverage over global oil routes. This strategic control could have far-reaching implications for international energy markets.

Donald Trump has reiterated his threats to 'obliterate' Iran's Kharg Island and energy facilities, warning of massive damage without a quick deal, while the Pentagon reportedly prepares for a possible ground invasion or mass bombardment of Iran.

Fears of a prolonged oil shock and the Iran conflict's economic impact are growing, leading to market uncertainty and rising oil prices, with Wall Street showing increasing alarm. Fed officials are assessing the war's broad economic hit, and upcoming U.S. jobs and Eurozone inflation data are expected to further reveal the conflict's global economic impact.

The Iran war continues to cause a global energy shock, driving fuel prices up and shaking the world economy, with Asia looking to COVID-era playbooks to tackle the crisis from the Strait of Hormuz blockage. Daily life in Asia is disrupted by the fuel crisis, and poor countries face catastrophe as the global economy pays a high price for the conflict.

President Donald Trump has reiterated his 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to 'obliterate' its power plants and energy infrastructure. Tehran has warned it will respond with attacks on U.S. and Israeli energy targets if its facilities are targeted and stated the strait is open to all except "enemy" ships.
Inside Trump’s most difficult war decision yet: whether to put boots on the ground in Iran CNN
An article reflects readers' opinions on various pressing issues, including the potential for US ground troops in Ukraine, Vladimir Putin, COVID-19 vaccine policies, and tariffs.

Transparency doesn't just establish honesty; it denies the adversary the space to peddle the exaggerated claims we frequently see from Pakistan or China, where military losses erode state power.

US says its firepower will ‘surge dramatically’ and IDF warns of ‘surprises ahead’, as Iran launches retaliatory strikes Middle East crisis – live updates Israel and the US have bombarded Iran and…

Top US officials, including the Defense Secretary have said that sending US troops into Iran could not be ruled out.

Donald Trump is reportedly encouraging Iranian Kurdish paramilitaries to act as 'boots on the ground,' a move that could trigger a crisis with the Turkish government or Iranian opposition figures like Reza Pahlavi.

Trump hasn't ruled out ground troops in Iran, but experts expect targeted special ops over an invasion.

Democratic senators voiced alarm after a classified briefing on the US‑Israeli war with Iran.
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Neither the president nor the military are ruling out "boots on the ground" as the campaign against Iran intensifies
An aged Tom Waits and Massive Attack have collaborated on a protest song about ICE titled "Boots on the Ground," which is described as fulfilling all expectations.

American forces were compelled to destroy two aircraft during a rescue operation for one of the crew members of an F-15 fighter jet shot down over Iran.

Former President Donald Trump claims the U.S. is negotiating with Iranian leadership and has made 'progress' on a deal, but simultaneously threatens to destroy Iran's oil wells, Kharg Island, and desalination plants if an agreement is not reached shortly. Gulf allies are reportedly urging him to continue fighting until the Islamic regime falls.

Iran has claimed responsibility for attacks against major industrial sites in the Gulf, specifically Bahrain and UAE aluminium plants, stating they were retaliation for US-Israeli attacks. A series of explosions were also reported in Tehran as the conflict continues to escalate.

Former President Trump has reiterated his rejection of a ceasefire with Iran, asserting that Iran desires a deal but fears its own people and the US. Meanwhile, oil prices continue to climb past $100, driven by lingering risks of a prolonged US-Iran war, impacting global powers as Trump and Xi pursue energy dominance, with Europe particularly vulnerable.

US President Donald Trump has confirmed 'very good' talks to end combat with Iran, leading to a delay in US strikes and a rise in markets, though Iran denies these discussions, outlines 'red lines' for peace, and continues its strikes, even firing rockets at Israel and mocking Trump.
The Israeli ambassador to the US stated that "we need boots on the ground, but they have got to be Iranian boots," suggesting a desire for internal action or a proxy force within Iran.
Reports indicate that the Trump administration is making 'heavy preparations' for potentially deploying ground troops in Iran, signaling a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
The article discusses the possibility of Dutch marines becoming the initial ground forces deployed in a potential conflict with Iran.
Iran Guards vow ‘stronger’ response than in January if new protests erupt The Straits Times

Donald Trump stated on social media that there would be no deal with Iran unless Tehran surrenders unconditionally, reiterating his hardline stance.

According to an Axios report, Iraqi Kurds have found themselves under triple pressure after the US-Israeli aggression against Iran, but despite messages from the US and Israel, they refuse to become 'boots on the ground' and...

Iranian Kurdish opposition groups in exile in northern Iraq tell the BBC they have plans to cross the border but deny already doing so.

Analysts say it would be difficult, if not impossible, to bring down the Iranian system with US-Israeli air power alone.

'Boots on the ground' if Donald Trump goes through with his U-turn on deployment of soldiers, it will signal that joint US-Israel strikes using vastly superior Tomahawk and Patriot missiles have…
Like Reagan, the president has found a way to change the world without putting boots on the ground.

President Trump also declined to rule out sending ground troops into Iran as the conflict spread into the Gulf countries and Lebanon and Israel exchanged strikes.

US President Donald Trump warned of a possible new "big wave" of strikes against Iran, adding he had not ruled out deploying US boots on the ground. Trump also told a briefing at the White House Monday that the US was capable of fighting Iran far longer than projected.

Despite mounting speculation about regime change, analysts warn that without boots on the ground, any meaningful shift in Iran is more likely to stem from internal power dynamics than from external pressure.