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POLITICS20h agoMassie moves to impeach Pete Hegseth over Iran WarRep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) introduced a resolution Tuesday to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of defying Congress and illegally continuing the U.S. war in Iran.Why it matters: The impeachment effort is a long shot in the GOP-controlled Congress, but Massie's resolution is privileged, meaning he can force a full House vote and put Republicans on the record over Hegseth's handling of the Iran war.It's a dramatic escalation in the retiring lawmaker's months-long push to rein in the Trump administration's war powers. Massie did not give GOP leaders a heads-up on his plans. TheAxios
MILITARY20h agoIran war munitions spending led to inventory problems, Pentagon inspector saysThe Pentagon's inspector general said in a new report that the $22.3 billion cost of Iran war munitions spending caused "strategic inventory shortfalls." CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean explains more.CBS News
CONFLICT20h agoPentagon tells Congress Iran war cost at least $42 billionThe Pentagon told Congress last month that the cost of the war against Iran has now climbed over $42 billion, a $4.5 billion increase on the most recent public estimate from the Department of Defense more than six months into the conflict. Defense officials provided the updated cost estimate on Aug. 13 to congressional defense…The Hill
MILITARY21h agoIran war has led to US munitions shortfalls, Pentagon inspector confirmsThe inspector also found a bottleneck in resupply, despite President Donald Trump's claims that US supplies are "virtually limitless".BBC World
POLITICS23h agoNo talks with U.S. until conditions are met – IranA top Iranian security official on Tuesday said that Iran would not negotiate with the United States until its conditions were met. Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, made the remarks in a post on X in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s comments on Monday. Trump said Tehran wanted to reach […] The post No talks with U.S. until conditions are met – Iran appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CONFLICT23h agoScoop: U.S. attacked Iranian boats trying to seize Navy droneAxios
MILITARY1d agoIran war cost: $33.4B in four months, U.S. munitions shortfallsThe cost of a potential conflict involving Iran is reported to be $33.4 billion over four months, with concerns raised about U.S. munitions shortfalls. This highlights significant financial and logistical challenges related to military operations.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICS1d agoGulf Arabs Seek Options After U.S. Bases Did Not Deter IranThe American presence in these countries has not shielded them from retaliation during the Iran war. Now they are hoping direct talks with Iran could help.NYT World
CYBER1d agoU.S. seeks to seize $61 million of crypto it claims are proceeds from Iranian petroleum sales to Chinese buyersCNBC
MILITARY1d agoIran war exposes US munitions shortfall, industrial bottlenecks, Pentagon report saysThe US military faces shortages of key munitions due to the Iran war and industrial "bottlenecks" to rebuild stockpiles, a Pentagon watchdog warned in a report published on Monday, contradicting US President Donald Trump's assurances that ammunition supplies are "virtually unlimited".France 24 [en]
CONFLICT1d agoWeapon shortfalls, 'hundreds' of buildings and aircraft damaged, $33.4 billion spent: the U.S. government tallies costs of the Iran warIranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will visit China on Wednesday for talks, Beijing's foreign ministry announced on Tuesday.CNBC
MILITARY1d agoU.S. military says Iran war has led to munitions shortfallThe Hindu
MILITARY1d agoPentagon recognizes there is a "shortage" of ammunition due to the war with IranClarín
BUSINESS1d agoHuawei’s US trial puts jury to the test amid China, Iran linksThe unique circumstances surrounding Huawei Technologies’ landmark trial in a US court made jury selection especially important to ensuring a fair trial for the Chinese tech giant, according to US litigation experts. Known as voir dire, the process allows the presiding judge and two legal teams to question prospective jurors before the trial begins to identify possible bias and conflicts that could impede their ability to adjudicate the case in a “fair and impartial” way. Richard Gabriel,...South China Morning Post
CONFLICT1d agoThe U.S. sanctioned Russia’s VTB Bank over its work with Iran. A former Treasury official says the move is also meant to pressure Chinese banks.The U.S. Treasury Department has sanctioned Russia’s VTB Bank for taking part in efforts to evade sanctions on Iran.Meduza [en]
MILITARY1d agoPentagon watchdog says Iran war has led to munitions shortfallIt’s the first public report on the ongoing war started Feb. 28 by the U.S. and Israel.NBC News
POLITICS1d agoRussia-Iran Sanctions Bill Could Reach Trump’s Desk Within Days, Says CongressmanThe US House of Representatives could take up a sweeping Russia and Iran sanctions bill as soon as September 15, Republican Congressman Joe Wilson of South Carolina told RFE/RL.RFE/RL
CONFLICT1d agoAirmen Under Fire: Stories From Iranian Barrages On U.S. BasesThe War Zone
POLITICS2d agoTrump says U.S. may keep Iranian oil 'like Venezuela' as Gulf-Iran Hormuz talks stallIran said it downed an advanced American drone over the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran and Washington trade warnings and strikes with no sign of de-escalation.CNBC
BUSINESS2d agoUS hosts G20 energy talks in Texas as Iran war disrupts global fuel marketsThe United States begins G20 meetings in Houston on Monday promoting “energy abundance” as President Donald Trump’s war against Iran disrupts global fuel markets. Delegations from major economies, including China, India, Japan and Germany, will attend alongside oil producers Canada and Saudi Arabia. Russia is also expected to participate.France 24 [en]
POLITICS2d agoCan Gulf states and Iran negotiate the Strait of Hormuz without the U.S.?Dania Thafer of the Gulf International Forum weighs in on previously scheduled talks between Iran and Gulf states. Shortly before this interview aired, Oman announced that the talks were postponed.NPR News
CONFLICTBREAKING2d agoVessel struck in Strait of Hormuz, UKMTO says, as prospects for U.S.-Iran diplomacy appear elusiveCNBC
POLITICS3d agoNew York jeweler released from prison in Iran , banned from leaving countryA New York jeweler has been released from prison in Iran but is banned from leaving the country. This highlights an ongoing international legal and diplomatic situation.eldoradonews.com · United States
WORLD3d agoPete Hegseth personally pushed hero pilots who survived being shot down in Iran to appear on 60 Minutes for TV interview despite their concerns , report claimsA report claims that Pete Hegseth personally pressured pilots who survived being shot down in Iran to appear for a "60 Minutes" interview, despite their reservations. The story focuses on the alleged behind-the-scenes actions related to a high-profile media appearance.dailymail.com · United States