- We texted 1,000 Americans about U.S. strikes in Iran. Here’s what they said. The Washington Post
- CNN poll: 59% of Americans disapprove of Iran strikes and most think a long-term conflict is likely CNN
- Do you support or oppose the military action that the United States has taken against Iran? YouGov
- Opinion | How Trump's polling could impact the Iran War MS NOW
- Just one in four Americans say they back US strikes on Iran, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds Reuters
Trump will attend White House Correspondents’ Dinner for first time as president
Trump boycotted the dinner in 2017 and has not attended any in either of his terms as president
Donald Trump said Monday he will attend the White House correspondents’ association dinner for the first time as president.
Writing in a social media post, Trump said: “In honor of our Nation’s 250th Birthday, and the fact that these ‘Correspondents’ now admit that I am truly one of the Greatest Presidents in the History of our Country, the G.O.A.T., according to many, it will be my Honor to accept their invitation, and work to make it the GREATEST, HOTTEST, and MOST SPECTACULAR DINNER, OF ANY KIND, EVER!”
Continue reading...Supreme court hands Republicans win over preserving New York City voting district
Ruling retains boundaries for 2026 elections despite state court ruling it was unfair to Black and Hispanic residents
The supreme court on Monday sided with Republicans in ruling that the boundaries of the only GOP-held congressional district in New York City do not need to be redrawn for the 2026 elections, despite a court ruling that the district is unfair to Black and Hispanic residents.
Over the dissent of the court’s three liberal justices, the conservative majority halted the state court ruling that had ordered New York’s redistricting commission to redraw the district held by Nicole Malliotakis that covers Staten Island and a small piece of Brooklyn.
Continue reading...Weight-loss drugs could prevent fatal complications from heart attacks, UK study finds
Latest research based on animal model trials shows GLP-1 drugs may prevent problem of ‘no-reflow’ in recovery
Weight-loss drugs could help people who have had a heart attack avoid suffering potentially fatal complications afterwards, research has found.
Drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy reduce the risk of the tissue damage that affects up to half of the 100,000 people a year in the UK who suffer a heart attack, according to the study.
Continue reading...Intelligence assessment warns of Iranian attacks on US following Khamenei’s death – Reuters
- Intelligence assessment warns of Iranian attacks on US following Khamenei's death Reuters
- Iran latest: US warns 'hardest hits yet to come' - as American embassy struck by drone Sky News
- Can Trump Legally Kill Iran’s Leader? The New York Times
- Hacked Traffic Cameras, Mobile Phone Networks: How Khamenei Was Tracked, Killed NDTV
- Opinion | Khamenei’s Unforced Errors Proved Fatal WSJ
Watch: The third day of the US-Israeli war with Iran
A fast-moving day saw the conflict widen in the region, with strikes being traded between opposing sides.
Mahmood’s move to make asylum temporary ‘may undermine refugee convention’
Law Society says home secretary’s review of refugee status after 30 months is in tension with UK’s legal obligations
Shabana Mahmood’s decision to tell every person applying for asylum from Monday that their status is temporary could undermine the refugee convention, the Law Society has said.
The body representing solicitors in England and Wales said the home secretary’s move to review every refugee’s status after 30 months was “in tension” with the UK’s legal obligations.
Continue reading...Ferries emit ‘more sulphur pollution than cars’ in several EU capitals
Dublin, Helsinki, Stockholm and Tallinn among port cities more choked by sulphur oxides from ferries, analysis shows
Fume-belching ferries spew more sulphur pollution than cars in several EU capitals, analysis has found.
Dublin, Helsinki, Stockholm and Tallinn are among 13 of Europe’s 15 biggest port cities choked more by sulphur oxides (SOx) from ferries than road vehicles, data shared exclusively with the Guardian shows.
Continue reading...Civilian deaths in Iran pass 200 amid fear of bombs and regime clampdown
As US-Israeli airstrikes hit their cities, people tell of how the authorities are warning them off the streets
At least 200 civilians have been killed since the start of the US-Israel war on Iran last weekend, according to rights groups, as people inside Iran told the Guardian they were fearful of a rising death toll.
The Iranian Red Crescent Society said that at least 555 people had been killed across Iran. However, in its latest update, the Norway-based human rights group Hengaw said the death toll on day three had reached at least 1,500, including 200 civilians and 1,300 members of the Iranian forces.
Continue reading...Rubio suggests US strikes on Iran were influenced by Israeli plans
Secretary of state says he hopes Iranian people would overthrow regime as US military says six service members killed.
Travelers Stuck in Dubai Face ‘Chaos and Confusion’ Amid Flight Cancellations – The New York Times
- Travelers Stuck in Dubai Face ‘Chaos and Confusion’ Amid Flight Cancellations The New York Times
- Staffordshire man in Dubai 'in good spirits' amid missile attacks BBC
- I flew to Dubai for my 30th birthday. Now I'm stranded 8,000 miles from home and terrified after the US strikes on Iran. Business Insider
- They flew to Dubai for a romantic anniversary getaway. Then the bombing started. NBC News
- Missiles Over Dubai: I’m watching the influencer bubble burst in real time The Independent
Oil and gas prices jump as conflict escalates
Experts have warned that a prolonged conflict could push global energy prices even higher.
Watch: How the US-Israel war with Iran is jeopardising shipping
Ben Chu has been looking at what’s happened to marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key trade passage.
Airlines are being squeezed into this sliver of sky as much of the Middle East joins Russia on the airspace no-fly list – Business Insider
- Airlines are being squeezed into this sliver of sky as much of the Middle East joins Russia on the airspace no-fly list Business Insider
- The hole in the sky: How Middle East airspace closures are reshaping global aviation CNN
- Airline ticket prices soar on Asia-Europe routes after Gulf airport closures Reuters
- Thousands of flights cancelled as world faces worst travel chaos since Covid crisis The Guardian
- Air travel chaos intensifies as airports remain closed, flights canceled amid Iran war CBS News
About 10% of global container fleet caught in Hormuz backup, shipping CEO says – Reuters
- About 10% of global container fleet caught in Hormuz backup, shipping CEO says Reuters
- The Strait of Hormuz crisis explained: What it means for global shipping CNBC
- Iran-U.S. war chokes key shipping lane and threatens global cargo industry NBC News
- Maritime insurers cancel war risk cover in Gulf as Iran conflict disrupts shipping The Guardian
- Operational Update: Impact of Security Situation in the Arabian Gulf Region Hapag-Lloyd
Spain refuses to let US use bases for Iran attacks
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has condemned US and Israeli strikes on Iran.
Starmer vows to avoid ‘mistakes of Iraq’ that have haunted Labour for decades
Prime minister does not believe US has a plan beyond ‘shock and awe’ stage, as some MPs dread what lies ahead
• US-Israel war on Iran – live updates
• What we know so far on day three of the Iran war
• A visual guide to strikes on Iran and Tehran’s response
Tony Blair’s support for the US invasion of Iraq in 2003 has long loomed like a spectre over the Labour party.
It was present in 2013 when Ed Miliband as opposition leader voted to block UK military action against the Syrian regime.
Continue reading...Pakistan Strikes Bagram Air Base, Satellite Images Show – The New York Times
- Pakistan Strikes Bagram Air Base, Satellite Images Show The New York Times
- Pakistan, Afghanistan show no signs of stepping back as fighting enters fifth day Reuters
- Afghanistan says it thwarted Pakistan airstrikes on Bagram airbase The Guardian
- Afghan Taliban reportedly target Pakistani jets over Kabul DW.com
- Pakistan and Afghanistan Are Fighting, Too Foreign Policy
US-Israeli strikes hit housing, hospitals, and more in Tehran
The damage from US-Israeli strikes on Tehran is growing, with hits on housing, hospitals, police stations, and more.
India and Canada reset ties with ‘landmark’ nuclear energy deal
A host of deals, including one to supply India with uranium, is unveiled as Mark Carney meets Narendra Modi in Delhi.