Richard Nixon’s strategy was about shielding his own reputation. Now Trump needs a face-saving exit of his own Donald Trump’s struggle to justify continuing his war with Iran reminds me of Richard Nixon’s quest for “peace with honor” in Vietnam. Nixon caused years of death and suffering in pursuit of ...
Month: March 2026
The global authoritarian right loves Orbán – and that could cost him in Hungary’s elections | Gellert TamasThe global authoritarian right loves Orbán – and that could cost him in Hungary’s elections | Gellert Tamas
The PM is figurehead of the international rightwing movement but that has alienated his most loyal voter base “Viktor Orbán is a true friend, fighter, and WINNER, and has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election as Prime Minister of Hungary,” Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social last month. The ...
Middle East crisis live: Iran dismisses Trump claim of talks; von der Leyen says global energy situation is ‘critical’Middle East crisis live: Iran dismisses Trump claim of talks; von der Leyen says global energy situation is ‘critical’
Iranian parliament speaker says ‘no negotiations’ held with US, as Trump postpones energy strikes for five days; European Commission chief says war must come to negotiated end Trump claims ‘productive’ talks with Iran but Tehran denies contact Israel launches new strikes on Tehran as Trump pauses Iran energy attacks Vietnam’s ...
Ultimatums, diplomacy and a trip to Graceland as Trump eyes a deal with IranUltimatums, diplomacy and a trip to Graceland as Trump eyes a deal with Iran
America may be a nation at war, but the president’s activities have been a mix of diplomacy and diversions – with the occasional swing toward the surreal. ...
Watch: How the deadly LaGuardia Airport crash unfoldedWatch: How the deadly LaGuardia Airport crash unfolded
Video shows the aftermath of the collision between a passenger plane and a firefighting vehicle on the runway of the New York airport. ...
Inside the alleged Russian operation to trigger anti-government protests in AngolaInside the alleged Russian operation to trigger anti-government protests in Angola
A group of Russians and Angolans are going on trial in Angola after being accused of fomenting protests, which they deny. ...
New VC fund to focus on prediction marketsNew VC fund to focus on prediction markets
The launch of a new venture capital fund focused on prediction markets underscores the rapid growth of the nascent industry. The founders of the two biggest platforms, Kalshi and Polymarket, are among the investors in 5c(c) Capital, which plans to raise up to $35 million, with some 20 companies in ...
US air travel chaos worsens over DHS shutdownUS air travel chaos worsens over DHS shutdown
The chaos plaguing US airports deepened on Monday as travelers faced hours-long lines stemming from a partial government shutdown. As security officers work without pay, leading many to call out of work or quit, federal immigration agents were dispatched to airports across the country, ramping up a fight in Washington ...
Europe quietly supports US campaign against IranEurope quietly supports US campaign against Iran
Europe is quietly supporting the US’ campaign against Iran, even as President Donald Trump lambasts the continent for staying on the sidelines. US military bases in the UK, Germany, Portugal, Italy, France, and Greece are fueling and launching American bombers and drones. The continent’s cooperation underscores how any move to ...
China drivers feel pain of Iran energy shockChina drivers feel pain of Iran energy shock
Drivers lined up at gas stations across China on Monday, as the country starts to feel the pain of the energy shock triggered by the Iran war. China has a considerable crude stockpile and is swiftly electrifying its economy, but hundreds of millions of drivers who still rely on gas ...