Georgia election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene highlights Republican turbulence - Reuters

Georgia election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene highlights Republican turbulence  Reuters

Georgia voters to pick replacement for Marjorie Taylor Greene in special election

The shadow of Greene, who resigned from Congress after a rift with the president, looms large over a crowded contest.

Boots on the Ground — but Whose?

The Kurds have been let down time and again by the U.S. Here’s why they might still partner with Americans in Iran.

By Katrin Bennhold

On Iran, Trump Steers Toward an Off-Ramp - WSJ

On Iran, Trump Steers Toward an Off-Ramp  WSJ

Donald Trump sends mixed signals on plans to end Iran war

Also in today’s newsletter, the economies that will pay the biggest price for the conflict

Iran names Khamenei's son as new supreme leader

US President Donald Trump has dismissed the younger Khamenei as a 'lightweight' and insisted again on Sunday that he should have a say in the new leader's appointment. 'If he doesn't get approval from us he's not going to last long,' Trump told ABC News ahead of the announcement.

Democrats must defund Trump’s imperial war | David Sirota, Jared Jacang Maher, Laura Krantz and Ron S Doyle

Trump is wielding imperial powers created by a decades-long master plan. The only way to stop his war is to cut off the money Donald Trump has now ordered military attacks on more countries than any prior president. These assaults do not merely betray his campaign promises. Launched without congressional authorization, Trump’s bombings and incursions also betray the constitution – an inherently anti-monarch document that exclusively vests warmaking powers in the legislative branch in order t...

By David Sirota, Jared Jacang Maher, Laura Krantz and Ron S Doyle

Senate Democrats ramp up pressure campaign for public hearings on war with Iran

Congressional Democrats are demanding transparency in the form of public hearings from Trump administration officials on the timeline and objectives of the war in Iran.

By Barbara Sprunt

Democrats threaten to grind Senate to a halt to force public Iran hearings

The group of Senate Democrats contend that administration officials did not convince them in classified briefings that there was an imminent attack that justified Operation Epic Fury.

Trump wants to pick new Iran leader — as it happened - The Times

Trump wants to pick new Iran leader — as it happened  The Times

"I'm not sure we've accomplished any of them": Democratic Sen. Warner reacts to Iran war objectives laid out by White House - CNN

"I'm not sure we've accomplished any of them": Democratic Sen. Warner reacts to Iran war objectives laid out by White House  CNN

US to end prosecution of Turkiye’s Halkbank over alleged business with Iran

US prosecutors say Turkish assistance in negotiating ceasefire , release of captives from Gaza contributed to settlement.

CNBC Daily Open: Markets recover as Trump hints Iran war is nearing its end

U.S. key benchmarks closed in the green after Trump signaled a near end to the Iran war.

What we know about Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei

Iran on Monday named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his father, Ali Khamenei, as supreme leader, signalling that hardliners remain firmly in charge in Tehran more than a week ‌into its conflict with the United States and Israel.

Donald Trump would consider a ground operation in Iran, but only for "very good reason"

Donald Trump says he would consider a ground operation against Iran only for a "very good reason".

By Mariya Yemets,Roman Petrenko

Can the US sustain its war in Iran?

Trump says the US has a "virtually unlimited" supply of weapons. His defense secretary says Iran has "no hope" of outlasting the US. But with reportedly low defensive missile stocks, how bullish should Washington be?

Trump trying to gauge whether new ayatollah is 'a leader he can work with'

Iran's council of 88 clerics appointed Mojtaba Khamenei, son of late Ayatallah Ali Khamenei, as new supreme leader of the country. This as US-Israeli strikes keep pounding the country, targeting oil, civilian and military infrastructure. Now, US President Donald Trump is 'gauging' whether the new ayatollah is 'a leader he can work with', Nega Angha, Visiting Fellow at King's College London, tells FRANCE 24.

By FRANCE24

Why ‘drill, baby, drill’ isn’t lowering gas prices — and 6 ETFs to trade the Iran conflict

Why should oil and gas companies drill? Prices have been — and still are — too low for them to bother.

By Paul Brandus

Even Joe Rogan is against Trump’s attacks on Iran: ‘It just seems so insane’

Rogan has been critical of the president since he returned to the White House, speaking out about the Epstein files, Trump’s immigration crackdown and now the Iran war

By Rachel Dobkin

Mojtaba Khamenei, a supreme leader under death threats and little hope of change

The new head of the Islamic Republic is considered a puppet of the Revolutionary Guard, the core of the repressive military and security apparatus that protects the regime

By Ali Falahi

Republican Rep. Michael McCaul: US boots on the ground in Iran ‘pretty much ruled out’

Watch: Trump on Cuba: May or may not be a ‘friendly takeover’

U.S., Israel start to diverge on Iran war as Trump under pressure to keep it short

Donald Trump said on Monday that the war was ‘pretty much’ over, despite his earlier vows with Benjamin Netanyahu to pursue weeks if not months of attacks

By AFP

'May or may not be a friendly takeover': Trump issues stark warning to Cuba

US President Donald Trump has warned Cuba of a potential "not friendly takeover" of its government, contingent on a deal with the United States. He highlighted the island's severe economic and humanitarian crisis, stating it's "running on fumes" due to dwindling resources and the loss of Venezuelan support. Discussions are reportedly underway to avert conflict

By TOI WORLD DESK

‘Spineless and gutless’: Arundhati Roy tears into Indian govt over its silence on Iran

Oil prices mean Starmer must raise tax or face recession

The Iran war is a tax hike imposed by Donald Trump on consumers across the planet

By Will Dunn

Trump open to Iran talks, says new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei cannot 'live in peace'

Asked in an interview on Monday evening about the possibility of negotiations with Tehran, Trump told Fox he heard Tehran wanted to talk badly.

Markets bet Trump will end Iran war soon despite both sides’ threats

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said on Tuesday they would not let any oil out of the Middle East until U.S. and Israeli attacks cease, prompting U.S. President Donald Trump to threaten to hit Iran “twenty times harder” if it blocked exports. Despite the defiant rhetoric from both sides, investors placed strong bets on Tuesday that Trump […]

Douglas J Feith: The fog of Iran war is extra dense, because Donald Trump doesn’t have a ‘day after’ plan

President Donald Trump’s critics say he has no strategy in Iran because he hasn’t specified a goal or a plan for the “day after”.

Actors Slam White House For Turning Iran War Into 'Juvenile War Porn'

The White House's social media feed has issued a series of videos that mix real Iran war explosions with movie action heroes, gaming footage and bone-crunching football tackles

Trump says war could be over soon as Iran rallies behind new hard-line leader

The conflicting signals sent markets on a roller coaster, with oil prices surging and stock markets nosediving before swinging in the other direction.

Who is Mojtaba Khamenei, the influential insider now leading Iran?

For decades, Mojtaba Khamenei operated in the shadows, building influence inside Iran’s clerical and security circles without ever holding an official post. Chosen as Iran’s supreme leader, the 56-year-old cleric now steps into the most powerful role in the country after his father was killed in US-Israeli air strikes.

By RFI

Mojtaba Khamenei’s appointment as supreme leader draws measured US response, sharp Israeli warning

WASHINGTON: Tehran has confirmed the selection of Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran’s new Supreme Leader, a decision that has drawn contrasting reactions from Washington and Jerusalem, reflecting differing strategies in responding to Iran’s evolving leadership. US response: Calculated and cautious So far, President Donald Trump has avoided direct criticism of Mojtaba Khamenei’s succession, instead framing the development in terms of energy markets and US strategic influence. In a post on Truth Social,...

By none@none.com (Anwar Iqbal)

Who is Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new supreme leader?

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's son Mojtaba has succeeded his late father as supreme leader, in a sign that hardliners are still firmly in charge.

Trump says Iran war will end 'very soon'

Speaking at a news conference in Florida, the US president also said he will waive some sanctions on oil to ensure an adequate supply and lower prices.

Trump says talks with Iran possible, but depends on terms

US President Donald Trump told Fox News on Monday that he might consider engaging in talks with Iran, but that any discussions would depend on the terms set by both sides. Asked about the possibility of negotiations with Tehran during an interview that evening, Trump noted that he had been informed that the Iranian side […]

By newsroom

Why is Trump gamifying the war in Iran?

The White House is posting ‘video-game vibe’ content to promote US success in the Middle East conflict

By Will Barker, The Week UK

Iran vows to fight 'as long as it takes' and rules out negotiations with the US

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they will block oil exports to the US.

Who is Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran’s new supreme leader?

And would he bring change — or more brutal suppression?

By Mehmet Ozalp, The Conversation

Panel OKs bill giving Marcos powers to suspend excise tax on fuel

MANILA, Philippines — The consolidated version of a bill that seeks to suspend excise taxes on petroleum products amid the Middle East conflict has been approved by the House of Representatives committee on ways and means. During the panel’s hearing on Tuesday, Manila Rep. Rolando Valeriano moved to approve the still-unnumbered substitute bill, subject to style

By dsanchez

House panel OKs bill granting Marcos power to suspend, cut fuel excise taxes

The House Committee on Ways and Means approved a substitute bill granting President Bongbong Marcos the power to suspend or reduce excise taxes on petroleum products as fuel prices surge by double digits amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

By Dominique Nicole Flores

Is This The Chart Pressuring Trump Toward An Iran Off-Ramp

Is This The Chart Pressuring Trump Toward An Iran Off-Ramp Brent crude futures tumbled from nearly $120/bbl early Monday morning to as low as $83/bbl by late Monday afternoon after President Trump said the Iran war could end soon. However, the contract had clawed back some losses and was trading around $91 to $95 Tuesday morning. Trump's assertion that Operation Epic Fury may end "very soon" only reinforces renewed Trump Always Chickens Out (TACO) expectations. His TACO-like com...

By Tyler Durden

Trump labels Iran war 'short-term excursion,' urges 'ultimate victory'

The war against Iran would be a 'short-term excursion,' President Donald Trump said Monday, while insisting that the United States and Israel 'haven't won enough' against Tehr...

What Mojtaba’s rise means for Iran - The Daily Star

What Mojtaba’s rise means for Iran  The Daily Star

Trump’s Iran War Is an Affordability Disaster

You can’t say affordability is your top priority and then start a war in the Middle East.

By Yves Smith

Khamenei’s son named as supreme leader, signaling Tehran’s unity; confrontation with US, Israel may expand: Chinese expert - Global Times

Khamenei’s son named as supreme leader, signaling Tehran’s unity; confrontation with US, Israel may expand: Chinese expert  Global Times

Meet Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran’s new supreme leader

Mojtaba Khamenei represents both continuity and contradiction in the revolutionary system.

No deal with Iran except ‘unconditional surrender’ – Trump

According to him, the Iranian leadership must fully surrender to the US to end the war. The post No deal with Iran except ‘unconditional surrender’ – Trump appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Beloved John

Defense minister on Iran situation: Son taking over signals thirst for revenge

The killing of the ayatollah and the appointment of his son as Iran's new supreme leader show Tehran has little interest in diplomacy and the conflict may drag on, Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur said.

Iran body selecting supreme leader reaches decision, name not announced- members - Jordan Times

Iran body selecting supreme leader reaches decision, name not announced- members  Jordan Times

Trump Demands Iran’s “Unconditional Surrender” to end the war - The Daily Star Lebanon

Trump Demands Iran’s “Unconditional Surrender” to end the war  The Daily Star Lebanon

Iran's new leader has never been tested, he now faces an existential battle - the-star.co.ke

Iran's new leader has never been tested, he now faces an existential battle  the-star.co.ke

Trump urges Australia to grant asylum to Iranian women footballers

"Australia is making a terrible humanitarian mistake by allowing the Iran National Woman’s Soccer team to be forced back to Iran, where they will most likely be killed," Trump said in a post on his Truth Social network. The post Trump urges Australia to grant asylum to Iranian women footballers appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayobami

Trump: No agreement with Iran, only unconditional surrender, then we will choose the new leader

The American president called on US allies to work to “make Iran great again,” paraphrasing the well-known MAGA slogan The post Trump: No agreement with Iran, only unconditional surrender, then we will choose the new leader appeared first on ProtoThema English.

By Newsroom

‘Warmonger’ Lindsey Graham Sparks Backlash With Calls for Escalation Against Iran

Rabat – US Senator Lindsey Graham sparked intense debate after posting on X, urging the US to take decisive military action against Iran while questioning the role of its Gulf allies.  “The American Embassy is being evacuated in Riyadh because of sustained attacks by Iran against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,” Graham said in his […] The post ‘Warmonger’ Lindsey Graham Sparks Backlash With Calls for Escalation Against Iran appeared first on Morocco World News.

By Firdaous Naim

Mojtaba Khamenei, the low-profile cleric close to Iran’s IRGC - Kuwait Times

Mojtaba Khamenei, the low-profile cleric close to Iran’s IRGC  Kuwait Times

Iran announces loyalty pledge to new Supreme Leader after death of Ali Khamenei - AzerNews

Iran announces loyalty pledge to new Supreme Leader after death of Ali Khamenei  AzerNews

[Profile] Iran: The new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, influential successor to his father - Seneweb

[Profile] Iran: The new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, influential successor to his father  Seneweb