Iranian drill simulates US invasion near Tehran
The Revolutionary Guards practiced shooting down American helicopters with RPGs and exploding drones – but their only real experience with US ground combat ended in an embarrassing failure.
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Macron's viral slap was over texts with Iranian actress, book claims
A French political journalist says the viral airport incident had nothing to do with a joke – and everything to do with jealousy.
Shots fired at Philippine Senate as police move to arrest ICC-wanted lawmaker
Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa, the former police chief facing crimes against humanity charges, defied arrest and called on Filipinos to rally to his defense.
Report: Halting fighting in Lebanon among Iran's terms for US talks
According to the Fars news agency, Tehran also demands a relief from international economic sanctions and formal control over the critical Strait of Hormuz.
Will the far left take over the Democratic Party?
Progressive Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez leads an AtlasIntel poll in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination. On the Republican side, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has opened a huge lead over Vice President Vance.
Report: Iran retains access to most underground 'missile cities'
US intelligence assessments say Iran has restored most of its missile sites and underground facilities. The report contradicts statements by Trump and the Pentagon that Iran’s military has been “crushed” and no longer poses a threat.
'Offence is the only solution, we are ready'
Golani Reconnaissance Unit commander Lt. Col. B. reveals details of the operation to clear the Litani River area in a special interview and says “the conditions are ready” for expanding activity northward. The forces destroyed terrorist infrastructure, fighting tunnels and rocket launchers up to 10 kilometers (6 miles) from northern Israeli communities, inside the “yellow line” under Israeli control.
Britain joins multinational force to secure Hormuz
UK defense secretary announces deployment of Typhoon jets, mine-clearing drones, and the destroyer HMS Dragon; Lithuania said Monday it will contribute 40 sailors to the mission.
Election race begins, but coalition still has an ace up its sleeve
The opposition has submitted three bills to dissolve the Knesset, while Netanyahu has made clear to the ultra-Orthodox parties that there is no majority for the draft exemption law. Despite the deadlock and the ultra-Orthodox threat to vote with the opposition next week, the coalition is preparing efforts to delay and water down the move.
Kuwait thwarts Iranian attack on its soil
According to Kuwait's Interior Ministry, four suspects affiliated with Iran were arrested after attempting to reach Bubiyan Island in a fishing boat. Two security personnel were injured during the arrest. Kuwait blamed Tehran and demanded an end to its "hostile actions."