A 15-hour confrontation between Israel and Iran highlights Israel’s complex security challenges and diplomatic constraints.
The 15-Hour Fight With Iran Showed the Bind Israel Is In
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Knesset speaker says Mamdani ‘fueling the flames of hatred’ with absence from NYC Israel Day Parade
Knesset speaker accuses Mamdani of fueling hatred with his absence from the NYC Israel Day Parade, raising tensions amid ongoing political debates.
MAGA’s civil war over immigration is over. Silicon Valley lost.
The Trump administration’s new visa policy mandates returning to home countries for green cards, marking a decisive victory for nativists over Silicon Valley’s influence.
World shares decline, oil prices gain more than $2 after US strikes on Iran
World shares fall and oil prices rise over $2 following US military strikes on Iran, marking heightened tensions in the Middle East.
Asia markets set for mixed open as oil falls on Hormuz reopening hopes
Asian markets show mixed performance amid falling oil prices following reports of potential Strait of Hormuz reopening, boosting investor sentiment.
The Lessons of Thomas Massie’s Defeat
Rep. Thomas Massie was defeated in his Kentucky primary by a Trump-supported challenger, marking a significant setback for GOP critics of Trump.
Politics And The Markets 05/18/26
Key political events on May 18, 2026, are influencing markets globally, with confirmed shifts in policy and ongoing uncertainties about future impacts.
Iran war day 79: Tehran to unveil Hormuz toll plan; Israel bombs Lebanon
Iran plans to unveil a toll system for the Strait of Hormuz, while Israel conducts strikes in Lebanon; developments heighten regional tensions on war day 79.
Taiwan’s chips power the global economy. China holds the leverage
Taiwan’s semiconductor industry is vital to global tech, but China’s strategic options threaten supply chains. The risk of disruption is rising amid geopolitical tensions.
China says Xi and Trump agreed to spur trade by lowering some tariffs
China announces Xi and Trump agreed to reduce certain tariffs to enhance trade relations, marking a potential shift in ongoing trade tensions.
