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Arizona Rep. Andy Biggs wins Republican nomination for governor despite ties to white nationalism

Biggs, who is backed by US President Donald Trump, has drawn criticism for encouraging Stew Peters, an internet personality, and appearing on his show.

US Representative Andy Biggs (L), Republican from Arizona, arrives for a House Oversight Committee closed-door virtual deposition with Ghislaine Maxwell on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, on February 9, 2026.
U.S. President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed Bin Salman attend a bilateral meeting at the Royal Court in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 13, 2025.

Israeli officials warn US-Saudi deal could lead to nuclear weapons, discourage Israel normalization

An illustration picture shows Israeli passports in Jerusalem, on January 18, 2023.

Israel's passport climbs to record high in Henley Passport Index despite conflicts

US Vice President JD Vance speaks on Joe Rogan's podcast, published July 15, 2026.

From Washington to Vance: The risks of America's Middle East entanglements - opinion


Bulgaria denies US tanker aircraft will be used in operations against Iran

Prime Minister Rumen Radev said it was "categorically out of the question for military operations in the Middle East to be conducted from Bulgarian territory."

FILE PHOTO: US Air Force planes on the tarmac of Sofia airport, Bulgaria, February 19, 2026.

Theater manager who added ‘the Jews’ to ‘Odyssey’ marquee calls antisemitism ‘exaggerated’

Jordan Perry, whose theater has a history of provocative messaging, said he intended it as an “intentionally subtle” commentary on what he believes is an overemphasis on antisemitism.

Matt Damon plays Odysseus in Christopher Nolan's film adaptation of Homer's Odyssey.

Elbit Systems secures $370 million in US Customs and Border Protection deals

Elbit, which manufactures a range of sensors and border surveillance systems, did not disclose the scope of the contracts. 

Elbit Systems.

Mamdani admits he lacks authority to arrest PM Netanyahu, urges US to join ICC

Mamdani stated that he has “reviewed every avenue available” to determine whether the city could execute the ICC's arrest warrant if Netanyahu were to visit New York City.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivers a speech to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States of America at City Hall in New York, NY, US, July 3, 2026.

Maduro, US prosecutors propose June 2027 start for drug trafficking trial

Lawyers for Nicolas Maduro and US prosecutors proposed starting his drug trafficking trial in June 2027, though a federal judge must approve the schedule.

Captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is escorted to face US federal charges including narco-terrorism, conspiracy, drug trafficking, money laundering and others, at Downtown Manhattan Heliport, in New York City, US, January 5, 2026

US says it reached nuclear cooperation deal with Saudi Arabia, amid concerns about safeguards

The Trump administration submitted a Saudi nuclear pact to Congress within days, despite concerns over missing safeguards, Reuters reported.

US President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman look at portraits at the "Presidential Walk of Fame" in the Colonnade at the White House in Washington, DC, November 18, 2025.

Use of force at a crossroads: The Strait of Hormuz is not negotiable - opinion

As Washington intensifies its campaign against the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ maritime capabilities, the familiar, defeatist chorus in the West is already demanding immediate de-escalation.

 A map showing the Strait of Hormuz and Iran is seen in this illustration taken June 22, 2025.

Why Pickaxe Mountain could become Iran’s next nuclear flashpoint - analysis

Pickaxe Mountain has emerged as a major Iran nuclear concern, but questions remain over whether the facility is operational and whether a strike would achieve its goals.

A satellite image shows a closer view of a destroyed vehicle at the Pickaxe Mountain facility in Natanz, Iran, March 7, 2026.

Gates Foundation says no payments were made towards Epstein, following internal investigation

The foundation had opened an external review earlier this year into its engagement with the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Bill Gates departs following a closed door interview before the House Oversight Committee investigating late financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, US, June 10, 2026.

Democracy on the brink: How America is sleepwalking into authoritarianism - opinion

The continued repetition of claims that have not been substantiated has fundamentally altered public confidence in elections. Many political figures have echoed these claims.

US President Donald Trump gestures as he disembarks the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One, while he arrives at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City, US, July 17, 2026.