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False alarm leads to Pentagon lockdown, partial evacuation - report

A Pentagon spokesperson said that authorities are working to evacuate employees due to an air quality issue. 

The Pentagon building in Virginia.
An illustrative image showing new PM Military Secretary Maj.-Gen. Guy Markizeno (L) and new IDF Defense Attache to Washington V.-Adm Tal Politis (R) at their respective changeover ceremonies in the Kirya, Tel Aviv, June 2026.

New PM military secretary and Washington attaché join IDF General Staff

 An illustrative image of the silhouettes of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu set to a backdrop of their respective countries' flags.

The battle over deterrence may shape Israel’s future security - opinion

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi delivers a televised address after assuming office, in Baghdad, Iraq May 16, 2026.

Iraq's PM heads to Washington to discuss militias, business, and gain Trump's support


Simcha Rothman: Why ‘aid to Israel’ is a myth - opinion

Call it what it functionally is: a US-Israel security exchange, a strategic defense partnership, or an allied capability investment.

A still image released by US Central Command (CENTCOM), which accompanied a press release describing the operation dubbed "Epic Fury", an attack by the United States and Israel on Iran, shows a rocket launch from a ship, in this picture obtained from social media released on February 28, 2026.

Why the US and Israel need a serious reset before Iran talks go any further - opinion

The US-Israel alliance faces a critical moment as Iran talks test shared interests, expectations, and long-term strategic alignment.

US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hold a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 29, 2025.

UAE willing to join international force to reopen Strait of Hormuz - report

The UAE plans to deploy its navy in a multinational task force to secure the Strait of Hormuz and protect global shipping from Iranian attacks.

A UAE navy soldier patrols at Al-Mokha port in Yemen, March 6, 2018; illustrative.

G7 foreign ministers meet in France amid Iran, Ukraine wars, economic strain, US policy unease

The two-day gathering at the restored 12th-century Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay, about 40 km (25 miles) southwest of Paris, brings together ministers from the G7.

French President Emmanuel Macron chairs a video conference of G7 leaders to discuss the fallout of the war in Iran on the world economy, amid the US-Israeli war on Iran, at the Elysee Palace in Paris on March 11, 2026.

Low chance for US-Iran deal, but Trump 'can always surprise us,' Israeli officials tell 'Post'

Israeli officials say a US-Iran deal remains unlikely, but fear President Donald Trump could still declare a temporary ceasefire as talks continue.

US President Donald Trump speaks to the media before departing West Palm Beach aboard Air Force One, Florida, US, March 23, 2026

Drone from Russia enters Estonia, hits power station as others cross into Latvia

There were no reports of injuries or damage to the power station, Estonian authorities said.

A part of a Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicle, which according to the Latvian National Armed Forces, flew into Latvian airspace and crashed in Kraslavas region, Latvia, in this handout image obtained by Reuters on March 25, 2026.

Trump acted militarily, now the US must prevent Iran’s ayatollahs from rebuilding - opinion

President Trump went to war with Iran, but success depends on whether Washington ensures the Iranian regime truly ends.

Iranian Americans gathered at Copley Square to call for the fall of the Islamic Republic in Iran, advocate for regime change, and thank the US and Israel for their actions earlier this month.

Three scenarios for ending the war with Iran - opinion

The ongoing Iran war shows that ambition without clear objectives risks prolonged conflict and setbacks.

 An illustrative image of the silhouettes of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu set to a backdrop of their respective countries' flags.

Don’t miss the moment: Iran war a historic opportunity to reshape the Middle East - opinion

This war is about an opportunity to dramatically alter the reality that has defined the Middle East - and the possibility that something foundational can change.

Iranian security chief Ali Larijani takes part in a pro-government rally in Tehran, Iran, March 13, 2026

How religion and faith shapes the Israel-Iran war - opinion

Even in an age of advanced weapons and secular institutions, many of the world’s most consequential decisions are still made and understood under the shadow of God.

Thousands of Christian supporters of Israel march in Jerusalem in the annual Feast of Tabernacles parade in 2019