Tag: IRAN
For Israelis, U.S. Midterms Show How Far Their Star Has Fallen in America
Israel once had bipartisan support in the United States, but a strong showing for Democrats, some of whom are deeply critical of the war in Gaza, has left the country with fewer friends in Congress.
Where Democrats Can Thwart Trump’s Foreign Policy
From the Iran war to boat strikes to Ukraine, Democrats now have powerful leverage.
Iran Strikes and Israel Aid Cuts Shake Up Election Day
Two last-minute foreign-policy developments could impact U.S. voters’ midterm decisions.
More Iranians Call for Nuclear Weapons After War With U.S.
Some Iranian clerics and officials argue the country must rebuild deterrence by dropping its longstanding pledge not to build a nuclear bomb.
Israeli Claims of Iranian Chemical Weapons Divide U.S. Officials
Some administration officials suggested Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is trying to draw President Trump back into military action.
Trump Makes Last Pitch to Voters on Election Day
As Americans went to the polls for an election widely seen as a referendum on his second term, President Trump again downplayed concerns over the cost of living and addressed unpopular foreign policy matters.
U.S. Military Strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island in What U.S. Officials Call a Defensive Measure
The action was limited, the officials said, with no immediate plans to escalate. The strikes come on the eve of the midterm elections.
Iran Is Talking Peace but Preparing for War
Tehran is hedging its bets to prepare for Trump’s post-midterms plans.
Why Trump Often Mentioned Iran in the Midterm Campaign
President Trump has repeatedly reminded Americans of a losing campaign issue just as voters head to the polls. Why?