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Israel Expands Military Presence in Lebanon After Hezbollah Escalation

March 3, 2026

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has pushed its troops further into southern Lebanon, moving beyond the five posts it currently holds. This shift is part of a new forward defense strategy aimed at blocking potential attacks from the Hezbollah group, which has begun launching rockets and drones toward

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Trump Fires Blasts at Two TV Stars Over Iran Strike Debate

March 3, 2026

Donald Trump has publicly criticized two of his most visible supporters, former Fox hosts Megyn Kelly and Tucker Carlson, after they voiced concerns about his decision to strike Iran. Kelly said she has “serious doubts” about the military action, while Carlson has long argued against U. S. involv

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OpenAI Revises Military AI Deal After Public Backlash

March 3, 2026

OpenAI has pulled back on a quickly signed agreement to supply artificial intelligence tools to the U. S. Department of War, following criticism that the contract seemed rushed and risky. The company’s chief executive admitted on Monday night that the deal “looked opportunistic and sloppy, ” prom

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A Look at the DHS Hearing and Its Big Questions

March 3, 2026

The Department of Homeland Security has been shut down for almost a month because lawmakers couldn’t agree on a budget or new rules for immigration officers. Kristi Noem, the DHS secretary, will speak to the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday about how this pause hurts everyday people. For exa

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The President, the Press, and a 14‑Second Pause

March 3, 2026

Jon Stewart, known for his sharp humor on the “Daily Show, ” took aim at President Donald Trump and the media that surrounds him. He criticized Trump for dragging the United States toward a conflict with Iran without explaining why it was necessary to the public. Stewart pointed out that past leader

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Texas Primaries: A Big Shake‑Up Ahead of 2026

March 3, 2026

The 2026 midterms start with Texas primaries that could change the Senate. Two key races happen in a state Democrats want to flip. Republicans fear that if Ken Paxton beats long‑time Senator John Cornyn, Democrats might win the seat in November. Paxton has already cost Republicans a lot of

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\“Calling Victims ‘Terrorists’: A Senate Clash Over Language\”

March 3, 2026

The debate began when the secretary of homeland security said that two people shot by federal agents in Minneapolis were “domestic terrorists. ” She repeated the claim at a Senate hearing, insisting that it came from on‑scene agents. Senators from both parties asked why she would label victims of vi

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Israel and the U. S. Team Up Against Iran: A New Challenge

March 3, 2026

Israel’s long‑time leader has pushed his country to align closely with the United States while also fighting Iran. Now, the two allies are on a joint mission to strike Iranian leadership, a move that could test their partnership in ways never seen before. The decision to involve the U. S. in what

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China’s Quiet Stance in the Iran Conflict

March 3, 2026

China held back for hours after U. S. and Israel struck Iran, then voiced concern and urged a pause in fighting. The next day its foreign minister called the attacks “unacceptable” and pushed for more dialogue. China has a pattern of condemning force while staying out of direct action. It kee

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Britain Responds to Drone Attack with Ships and Helicopters

March 3, 2026

The United Kingdom has moved quickly after a drone from Iran struck its base in Cyprus. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that Britain would send the destroyer HMS Dragon and a squad of helicopters equipped to fight drones to the island. The decision came after the attack caused only minor damag