Hoover Institution fellow Eyck Freymann explains what the Iran war and the blockade of the Straight of Hormuz reveals about modern economic chokepoints, geopolitics and war strategies.
Russia launched extensive missile and drone attacks across Ukraine early Monday, resulting in at least 22 deaths and highlighting critical deficiencies in the country's air defense systems, particularly against ballistic missiles. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is expected to press allies for more Patriot interceptors at an upcoming NATO summit.
Canada's Communications Security Establishment (CSE) conducted state-authorized cyberattacks against drug traffickers, violent extremists, and a ransomware gang last year to disrupt their operations. The agency's annual report detailed three foreign 'active cyber operations' targeting fentanyl chemical sales, extremist recruitment, and ransomware infrastructure, alongside technical disruptions against other ransomware gangs.
Thousands mourned Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, with many calling for the death of U.S. President Donald Trump. Khamenei and family members died in an airstrike. The funeral procession is seen as a show of strength amid ongoing war negotiations with the U.S.
Huge crowds joined the funeral procession of Iran's late supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in Tehran. Khamenei and four family members were killed in Israeli-U.S. strikes on Feb. 28. The funeral aims to project an image of resilience and continuity, with foreign delegates attending.
America celebrated its 250th birthday with political speeches and fireworks. Iran held a funeral for Ayatollah Khamenei amidst a shaky truce. The U.S. men's soccer team faced Belgium in the World Cup. Stories also covered immigration challenges and advice on eating out affordably.
Super Typhoon Bavi, with winds up to 180 mph, made landfall in the U.S. territories of Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, causing significant damage, power outages, and flooding. Residents sought refuge in emergency shelters as officials urged them to stay safe.
