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U.S. Blockade of Strait of Hormuz Begins Today

Apr 13, 2026

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6 min read

U.S. Blockade of Strait of Hormuz Begins Today

After marathon peace talks in Islamabad collapsed without a deal, President Trump ordered the U.S. Navy to seal off the world's most critical oil chokepoint — and the global economy is already feeling it.

Matthew
Matthew

Global Politics

Trump Lifts Russia Oil Sanctions as Iran War Reshapes Alliances

Mar 14, 2026

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5 min read

Trump Lifts Russia Oil Sanctions as Iran War Reshapes Alliances

The White House eased sanctions on Russian crude to tame surging prices — and ignited a transatlantic firestorm that could reshape the Ukraine conflict.

Matthew
Matthew

Global Politics

On the Brink: U.S. Military Ready for Iran Strikes

Feb 20, 2026

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4 min read

On the Brink: U.S. Military Ready for Iran Strikes

The Pentagon has assembled a massive strike force in the Middle East capable of hitting Iran as soon as this weekend. President Trump has yet to give the order — but diplomacy is running out of runway.

Matthew
Matthew

Global Politics

Rubio Walks Tightrope in Munich, Seeking to Mend Transatlantic Rift

Feb 16, 2026

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4 min read

Rubio Walks Tightrope in Munich, Seeking to Mend Transatlantic Rift

Secretary of State Marco Rubio struck a markedly different tone from JD Vance's combative address last year — but his reassurances came laced with sharp critiques of European migration and climate policies.

Matthew
Matthew

U.S. Politics

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House Rebukes Trump on Canada Tariffs as GOP Cracks Show

Feb 12, 2026

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4 min read

House Rebukes Trump on Canada Tariffs as GOP Cracks Show

Six Republicans broke ranks to help pass a resolution killing Trump's Canada tariffs, while a Pentagon laser dispute shut down El Paso's airport and lawmakers clashed over Epstein file redactions.

Matthew
Matthew

Global Politics

New Nuclear Arms Race Looms as Last U.S.-Russia Treaty Expires

Feb 10, 2026

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4 min read

New Nuclear Arms Race Looms as Last U.S.-Russia Treaty Expires

With New START dead and no replacement in sight, the Trump administration signals willingness to expand America's nuclear arsenal — and resume underground testing for the first time in decades.

Matthew
Matthew

Global Politics

Geopolitical Crossroads: How Fragmentation and New Alliances Are Reshaping Global Power

Nov 16, 2025

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4 min read

Geopolitical Crossroads: How Fragmentation and New Alliances Are Reshaping Global Power

In an era defined by rapid change, global politics is undergoing a profound transformation.

Matthew
Matthew

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