The U.S. and Israeli war on Iran is straining relations with some U.S. allies
President Trump criticized the U.K. over its stance on the war on Iran, as he praised and welcomed Germany’s chancellor to the White House. Source link
European allies rush to bolster Cyprus defences after drones target British base
The Cypriot government suspects the Iran-backed group Hezbollah in Lebanon targeted the UK’s RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus. Source link
Trump Says U.S. Navy Might Escort Oil and Gas Tankers in Persian Gulf
Shipping companies are not sending oil and gas through the Strait of Hormuz because they fear their ships might be attacked. Source link
Melania Trump presides at UN Security Council meeting : NPR
First lady Melania Trump presides over the United Nations Security Council at United Nations headquarters, Monday, March 2, 2026. Angelina Katsanis/AP hide caption toggle caption Angelina Katsanis/AP UNITED NATIONS —…
Trump threatens to halt trade with Spain over military base access
Trump lashed out after Spain barred the US from using its military bases to carry out strikes on Iran. Source link
U.S. Attacks on Iran Test Fragile Truce With China
Beijing has condemned the U.S.-backed strikes on Iran, a close partner. Yet with trade talks looming, it is unlikely to risk a rupture with Washington. Source link
Trump’s MAGA base balks at war with Iran versus ‘America First’ promise : NPR
Then-Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., puts on her Make America Great Again hat while addressing a campaign rally for President Trump in March 2024 in Rome, Ga. After Trump ordered…
Gas and oil prices soar and shares tumble on fears conflict could escalate
Markets react as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies and concerns grow over how long it will last. Source link
Israel Advances in Lebanon and Seizes More Land, as Hezbollah Fight Escalates
The Israeli military said troops advanced to protect border towns from Hezbollah attacks, spurring fears that the government is weighing a wider ground war. Source link
War in Iran; N.C., Texas primaries; Clinton hearings : NPR
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