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POLITICS — 831 stories GLEN DROSS Why is Hezbollah still important for Iran? Although weakened, Lebanon-based Hezbollah militant ...
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The U.S. and Iranian militaries continued to exchange strikes early Thursday in the Middle East region, sidelining negotiations ...
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Despite all of our progress, our country’s systems continue to treat us as second-class citizens.
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LONDON — British Defense Secretary John Healey resigned from Keir Starmer’s beleaguered government Thursday as a long-running battle ...
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Trump seems oblivious that many of his comments, statements, and posts on Truth Social are perceived by Iran’s ...
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In today’s issue: ▪ Trump brushes off inflation report ▪ House to vote on FISA extension ▪ New ...
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BELFAST — Northern Ireland police battled anti-migrant rioters for a second night with batons, shields and water cannons ...
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Elon Musk’s rocket and AI company presents potential for investors. But its futuristic, unproven plans also carry significant ...
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Elon Musk’s rocket and AI company presents potential for investors. But its futuristic, unproven plans also carry significant ...
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BERLIN — Germany must prepare for a Russian attack by 2029 or even earlier, the head of the ...
POLITICS

Why is Hezbollah still important for Iran?

Although weakened, Lebanon-based Hezbollah militant group remains a central piece of Iran’s power projection in the Middle East. Tehran has...

10 Jun 2026

Fly-tippers should face higher fines, Reform UK urges

The party also wants an annual “national action day” to help “rekindle civic pride”.

10 Jun 2026

Sick of credit card swipe fees? Blame businesses, not the banks.

Customers don’t resent higher prices nearly as much as they resent being nickel and dimed. 

10 Jun 2026

The Gavel: Republicans exude confidence on Supreme Court transgender athlete ruling 

A note for Gavel readers: The Gavel is becoming part of The Hill Insider — our new premium access digital...

10 Jun 2026

Trump shares ‘West Wing’ clip dismissing ‘proportional response’ after strikes on Iran

President Trump late Tuesday shared a clip from the series “The West Wing” dismissing the concept of a “proportional response”...

10 Jun 2026

Germany news: Recession looms as Iran war chokes growth

Economists say Germany is edging toward recession as an energy shock caused by the Iran war takes a chunk out...

10 Jun 2026

Belgium rejects US World Cup demand for Congo travel ban amid Ebola outbreak

Belgium on Wednesday rejected Washington’s demand to impose an entry ban on travelers from the Democratic Republic of the Congo,...

10 Jun 2026

Rising cyberscam losses expose gaps in EU response

Europeans are losing billions to online scams, yet the EU has been slower than the US, the UK and China...

10 Jun 2026

Philippines: Farmers race to keep up with global ‘ube’ craze

Ube, also called the purple yam, went from a nostalgic treat in the Philippines to an exotic item in cafes...

10 Jun 2026

Germany: The surprising defeat of a neo-Nazi

A neo-Nazi candidate surprisingly lost by small margin in a local election in the eastern state of Saxony. Many are...

10 Jun 2026

Iran targets US bases across Gulf in escalating tit-for-tat

In today’s issue: ▪ Iran responds to U.S. strikes overnight ▪ Platner glides to nomination in Maine ▪ Reconciliation bill...

10 Jun 2026

Beyond Pulte, Congress cannot allow an extension for warrantless wiretaps

Pulte or no Pulte, renewal of Section 702 will be an uphill battle unless Republican leaders allow votes on genuine...

10 Jun 2026

Ukraine’s Flamingo missiles hit Russian factory producing key drone components

KYIV — Several Ukrainian Flamingo FP-5 missiles travelled over 1,000 kilometers into Russia and struck a factory that produces key...

10 Jun 2026

Still here, still queer: LGBTQ+ Pride survives Kenya cuts

LGBTQ+ organizations in Kenya are grappling with deep funding cuts, which have forced layoffs, shrinking services and tough choices. Despite...

10 Jun 2026

Belfast stabbing suspect in court after night of protests

The suspect in the knife attack, a Sudanese man, has been remanded into custody. UK leaders have called for calm...

10 Jun 2026

Pride month Kenya: Still here, still queer despite aid cuts

LGBTQ+ organizations in Kenya are grappling with deep funding cuts, which have forced layoffs, shrinking services and tough choices. Despite...

10 Jun 2026

GOP want more answers before signing off on Iran funding

Republicans who are waiting on a funding request for the Iran military conflict say they want clearer answers from the...

10 Jun 2026

Trump’s ‘dealmaker-in-chief’ reputation comes under attack in Iran

President Trump’s reputation as a self-described master negotiator is on the line as his push to bring an end to...

10 Jun 2026

Trump officials play Biden blame game as screwworm spreads

As cases of New World screwworm spread and threaten the beef and cattle industry, the Trump administration is rolling out a familiar playbook:...

10 Jun 2026

Republicans fume at members circumventing leaders with discharge petitions

House Republicans are growing frustrated by small numbers of members of their party joining with Democrats on discharge petitions to...

10 Jun 2026
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