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Today: April 22, 2026
Today: April 22, 2026

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Why Iran targeted Amazon data centers and what that does – and doesn’t – change about warfare

Commercial data centers have become critical infrastructure, supporting everything from financial transactions to government services. And critical infrastructure is often targeted in war.

Why Iran targeted Amazon data centers and what that does – and doesn’t – change about warfare
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

Jet fuel prices are rising. That could make summer flights more expensive

Airline ticket prices are starting to climb as carriers respond to rising jet fuel costs tied to the war in Iran

Jet fuel prices are rising. That could make summer flights more expensive
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Iran war disrupts energy supplies as Iran's new leader resolves to keep fighting

Iran’s secretive new leader has issued his first public statements, resolving to keep fighting

Iran war disrupts energy supplies as Iran's new leader resolves to keep fighting
Business|Technology|World

Iran-linked hackers take aim at US and other targets, raising risk of cyberattacks during war

Pro-Iranian hackers are targeting sites in the Middle East and starting to stretch into the United States during the war

Iran-linked hackers take aim at US and other targets, raising risk of cyberattacks during war
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon's latest conflict brings rare public backlash against Hezbollah as war flares again

Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon are driving thousands of families to flee again, and some longtime Hezbollah supporters are now openly blaming the group

Lebanon's latest conflict brings rare public backlash against Hezbollah as war flares again
Economy|Political|Travel|World

State Department allows up to $40M to be used for evacuation flights for Americans in Mideast

The State Department has authorized the use of up to $40 million in emergency funds to pay for evacuation charter flights for Americans to leave the Middle East due to disruptions in transportation caused by the Iran war

State Department allows up to $40M to be used for evacuation flights for Americans in Mideast
Opinion|Political|World

47 years of deep mistrust and misperception paved the way to war between Iran and the US − and complicate any negotiations

The war that began Feb. 28 hews to a familiar, dangerous pattern, writes an Iran expert, from deep, historical mistrust and incompatible strategic interests to miscommunication and misperception.

47 years of deep mistrust and misperception paved the way to war between Iran and the US − and complicate any negotiations
Opinion|Political|Science|World

Iraq war’s aftermath was a disaster for the US – the Iran war is headed in the same direction

More than 20 years after the US military success in Iraq, the outcome of the US effort at regime change wasn’t as expected, and authoritarians with close ties to Iran now rule the country.

Iraq war’s aftermath was a disaster for the US – the Iran war is headed in the same direction
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The Latest: Trump says Iran had a new site for developing nuclear weapons

U.S. President Donald Trump says that the war with Iran began because that country was starting work on a new site for developing material for nuclear weapons

The Latest: Trump says Iran had a new site for developing nuclear weapons
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Iran war sends shockwaves through African fuel market and economies

Rising global oil prices triggered by the Iran war are increasing economic pressures across Africa, where most countries rely heavily on imported petroleum products

Iran war sends shockwaves through African fuel market and economies
Business|Sports|Travel|World

Rahm helped Detry get out of the Middle East. Now they're tied for the lead in LIV Golf

Thomas Detry was among eight players from LIV Golf stuck in the Middle East during the Israeli-U.S. attacks on Iran

Rahm helped Detry get out of the Middle East. Now they're tied for the lead in LIV Golf
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia has provided Iran with information that can help Tehran strike US military, AP sources say

Russia has provided Iran with information that could help Tehran strike American warships, aircraft and other assets in the region

Russia has provided Iran with information that can help Tehran strike US military, AP sources say
Education|Environment|Health|Political|World

Navigating conversations with children about war, conflict and other traumatic events

Experts say adults can help children cope with the latest conflict in the Middle East by making space for conversation, validating their feelings and limiting exposure to frightening or inaccurate information

Navigating conversations with children about war, conflict and other traumatic events
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Energy prices surge as tanker disruptions and facility shutdowns rattle global supply

The war in the Mideast is sending shudders through global energy markets

Energy prices surge as tanker disruptions and facility shutdowns rattle global supply
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Blow after blow to the power of Iran and its proxy militias set the stage for US-Israel attacks

As Israel unleashed a sweeping military response to the brutal assault by Hamas on October 7, 2023, it aimed punch after punch at Iran, the militant group’s longtime sponsor, and its proxies

Blow after blow to the power of Iran and its proxy militias set the stage for US-Israel attacks
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Hunkered at Mar-a-Lago, Trump makes his club a makeshift Situation Room

Hunkered at Mar-a-Lago, Trump makes his club a makeshift Situation Room

Hunkered at Mar-a-Lago, Trump makes his club a makeshift Situation Room
MidEast|Political|World

Trump was once wary of ordering regime change in Iran. Here's what made him change his mind

Saturday’s military operation against Iran shows the dramatic evolution in risk tolerance that President Donald Trump has made in a matter of months

Trump was once wary of ordering regime change in Iran. Here's what made him change his mind
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump deliberated on Iran for weeks. His ‘massive and ongoing’ operation comes with acknowledgment US lives could be lost

Trump deliberated on Iran for weeks. His ‘massive and ongoing’ operation comes with acknowledgment US lives could be lost

Trump deliberated on Iran for weeks. His ‘massive and ongoing’ operation comes with acknowledgment US lives could be lost
Americas|MidEast|Political|World

A new Gallup poll shows how Americans' sympathies have shifted in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

A new Gallup poll shows that American sympathies in the Middle East have shifted dramatically toward the Palestinians after decades of overwhelming support for the Israelis

A new Gallup poll shows how Americans' sympathies have shifted in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Education|World

Students in Iran hold anti-government protests as US forces gather for possible strikes

Students have held anti-government protests at universities across Iran’s capital, according to witnesses and videos circulating online

Students in Iran hold anti-government protests as US forces gather for possible strikes
MidEast|Travel|US|World

State Department orders nonessential US diplomats to leave Lebanon as tensions with Iran soar

The United States has ordered nonessential diplomats to leave Lebanon as tensions over Iran rise with the threat of a potentially imminent military strike

State Department orders nonessential US diplomats to leave Lebanon as tensions with Iran soar
MidEast|Political|World

Middle East states condemn US ambassador’s comments appearing to support ‘expansionist’ Israel

Middle East states condemn US ambassador’s comments appearing to support ‘expansionist’ Israel

Middle East states condemn US ambassador’s  comments appearing to support ‘expansionist’ Israel
MidEast|Political|World

US ambassador causes uproar by claiming Israel has a right to much of the Middle East

Arab and Muslim countries are sharply condemning comments by the U.S. ambassador to Israel, who said in an interview that Israel had a right to much of the Middle East

US ambassador causes uproar by claiming Israel has a right to much of the Middle East
Political|Science|World

Trump confronts his options on Iran — from targeted attacks to potentially toppling regime

Trump confronts his options on Iran — from targeted attacks to potentially toppling regime

Trump confronts his options on Iran — from targeted attacks to potentially toppling regime
MidEast|Political|US|World

US military prepared to strike Iran as early as this weekend, but Trump has yet to make a final call, sources say

US military prepared to strike Iran as early as this weekend, but Trump has yet to make a final call, sources say

US military prepared to strike Iran as early as this weekend, but Trump has yet to make a final call, sources say
MidEast|Political|World

Trump launches his ‘Board of Peace’ with billions pledged for Gaza, but many allies are wary

Trump launches his ‘Board of Peace’ with billions pledged for Gaza, but many allies are wary

Trump launches his ‘Board of Peace’ with billions pledged for Gaza, but many allies are wary
Business|Economy|Political|World

The Latest: Homeland Security seems certain to shut down tonight

Funding for the Department of Homeland Security is set to lapse, and a shutdown looks certain

The Latest: Homeland Security seems certain to shut down tonight
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump says change in power in Iran 'would be the best thing that could happen'

President Donald Trump says a change in power in Iran “would be the best thing that could happen” as the U.S. administration weighs whether to take military action against Tehran

Trump says change in power in Iran 'would be the best thing that could happen'
MidEast|Political|World

Trump says he 'insisted' to Netanyahu that US talks with Iran continue as Israel wants them expanded

President Donald Trump met privately with Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday and says he pushed Israel to back continued U.S. talks with Iran on a nuclear deal

Trump says he 'insisted' to Netanyahu that US talks with Iran continue as Israel wants them expanded
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strikes kill 3 people in Gaza, hospital says

Israeli military strikes on Monday killed three people west of Gaza City, according to the hospital where the casualties arrived

Israeli strikes kill 3 people in Gaza, hospital says
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

The Gaza ceasefire began months ago. Here’s why the fighting persists

As Israeli strikes killed two dozen Palestinians on Wednesday, many in Gaza wondered what had become of the ceasefire reached between Israel and Hamas in October

The Gaza ceasefire began months ago. Here’s why the fighting persists
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump's failed bid to elevate an Arab American ally shows cracks in his political coalition

Donald Trump credits the mayor of a small Detroit suburb with helping him win over Michigan's Arab American community during the 2024 presidential campaign

Trump's failed bid to elevate an Arab American ally shows cracks in his political coalition
MidEast|Political|US|World

US carrier strike group is now in the Middle East region, sources say

US carrier strike group is now in the Middle East region, sources say

US carrier strike group is now in the Middle East region, sources say
MidEast|Political|US|World

US aircraft carrier arrives in the Middle East as tensions with Iran remain high

The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and three accompanying warships have arrived in the Middle East

US aircraft carrier arrives in the Middle East as tensions with Iran remain high
Economy|Health|Political|World

US envoys urge Netanyahu to move into Gaza ceasefire's second phase

Top U.S. envoys have met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging him to advance the ceasefire in Gaza

US envoys urge Netanyahu to move into Gaza ceasefire's second phase
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Scale of Iran's nationwide protests and bloody crackdown come into focus even as internet is out

The scale of nationwide protests in Iran and the bloody crackdown that has followed is slowly coming into focus, even though authorities have cut off the country from the internet

Scale of Iran's nationwide protests and bloody crackdown come into focus even as internet is out
Crime|Election|US|World

The Latest: Vance says Insurrection Act not needed ‘right now’ in Minneapolis

Vice President JD Vance says the Insurrection Act won’t be needed “right now” in Minneapolis after meeting with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in the city, which has emerged as a national focal point in the clash over the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown

The Latest: Vance says Insurrection Act not needed ‘right now’ in Minneapolis
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Israel's settler movement takes victory lap as a sparse outpost becomes a settlement within a month

Israeli settlers are celebrating the inauguration of a new settlement in the West Bank on land where Israel and the U.S. once hoped to build a hospital for Palestinian children

Israel's settler movement takes victory lap as a sparse outpost becomes a settlement within a month
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump feels obligated to take action on Iran as administration weighs risks of retaliation

Trump feels obligated to take action on Iran as administration weighs risks of retaliation

Trump feels obligated to take action on Iran as administration weighs risks of retaliation
Finance|Political|US|World

Fact check: Trump litters Detroit economic speech with numerous false claims about economy

Fact check: Trump litters Detroit economic speech with numerous false claims about economy

Fact check: Trump litters Detroit economic speech with numerous false claims about economy
Political|US|World

Takeaways from Trump and Netanyahu’s meeting in Florida

Takeaways from Trump and Netanyahu’s meeting in Florida

Takeaways from Trump and Netanyahu’s meeting in Florida
Arts|Food|Travel|World

The ‘city of prophets’ where three religions align

The ‘city of prophets’ where three religions align

The ‘city of prophets’ where three religions align
MidEast|Political|World

Witkoff to host new Gaza talks as Israel-Hamas ceasefire appears stalled

President Donald Trump’s key peace envoy will host new Gaza talks with Arab and Muslim officials on Friday in Miami, a State Department official tells the AP

Witkoff to host new Gaza talks as Israel-Hamas ceasefire appears stalled
Americas|MidEast|Political|Sports|World

Egypt and Iran complain about planned World Cup 'Pride' match in Seattle

Egypt and Iran, two Middle East nations that target gays and lesbians, have complained to FIFA over the scheduling of a World Cup soccer match in Seattle that’s expected to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride

Egypt and Iran complain about planned World Cup 'Pride' match in Seattle
Economy|Entertainment|Political|Travel|World

A year on from the ousting of Assad, Syrians remember the pain but rejoice at their freedom

A year on from the ousting of Assad, Syrians remember the pain but rejoice at their freedom

A year on from the ousting of Assad, Syrians remember the pain but rejoice at their freedom
Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo arrives in Lebanon, bringing call for unity in crisis-hit nation

Pope Leo arrives in Lebanon, bringing call for unity in crisis-hit nation

Pope Leo arrives in Lebanon, bringing call for unity in crisis-hit nation
Travel|World

Pope Leo meets Middle East Christian leaders, condemns religious violence

Pope Leo condemned violence in the name of religion on Friday at a landmark event with Christian leaders from across the Middle East, urging them during his

Pope Leo meets Middle East Christian leaders, condemns religious violence
Europe|Travel|World

Pope Leo, flying on Thanksgiving, given two pumpkin pies on papal plane

Like many Americans on the annual holiday of Thanksgiving, Pope Leo was travelling on Thursday, flying from Rome to Turkey for his first

Pope Leo, flying on Thanksgiving, given two pumpkin pies on papal plane
Business|Finance|MidEast|Political|Technology|World

Israel expects to keep regional military edge despite planned sale of F-35s to Saudi

Israel expects to maintain access to more advanced U.S. weaponry, a government spokesperson said on Thursday when asked about Washington's plan to sell F-35 warplanes to Saudi

Israel expects to keep regional military edge despite planned sale of F-35s to Saudi