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"Sigh of Relief": U.S. & Iran Agree to 2-Week Ceasefire, But Israel Keeps Bombing Lebanon
A two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, brokered by Pakistan, has brought a temporary halt to hostilities and reopened the Strait of Hormuz, but its fragility is underscored by ongoing Israeli attacks in Lebanon and severe economic and social devastation within Iran.
Meet Leqaa Kordia: Palestinian Protester Freed After a Year in "ICE Dungeon"
Palestinian activist Leqaa Kordia details her year-long detention in an ICE jail, drawing stark parallels between her treatment in US custody and her experiences growing up under military occupation in the West Bank.
"Torture & Genocide": U.N. Expert Francesca Albanese Denounces Israeli Abuse of Palestinians
UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese details how Israel's systematic torture and "torturous environment" against Palestinians, including children, constitutes collective vengeance and genocide, demanding immediate international intervention.
Crude Capitalism: Trump's War on Iran Disrupts Global Systems, from Agriculture to Oil to Shipping
The US-Israeli war on Iran and the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz are not just impacting oil prices, but are creating widespread global economic and humanitarian crises by disrupting critical supply chains for chemicals, fertilizers, and shipping logistics.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 26, 2026
Global tensions escalate with US threats against Iran and Israeli actions in Lebanon, while domestic issues include social media addiction lawsuits, AI data center moratoriums, and the human cost of government shutdowns.
Patti Smith Remembers Rachel Corrie, Sings "Peaceable Kingdom" at DN!'s 30th Anniversary Event
Patti Smith recounts the global anti-Iraq war protests and the tragic death of activist Rachel Corrie, performing 'Peaceable Kingdom' as a message of solace and hope.
"No One Is Safe Under Donald Trump": Rep. Delia Ramirez on DHS, Birthright Citizenship, Cuba & More
Congress member Delia Ramirez condemns the appointment of Mark Wayne Mullen as DHS Secretary, framing him as a dangerous Trump loyalist whose policies threaten civil liberties, birthright citizenship, and international relations, urging the dismantling of DHS.
Pentagon Whistleblower Criticizes "Bloodthirst" of Iran War, Says Hegseth Is Enabling War Crimes
A former Pentagon targeting specialist and whistleblower accuses US military leadership, specifically Pete Hegseth, of directing war crimes and dismantling civilian protection protocols in the ongoing US-Israeli war in Iran.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 25, 2026
This report details the escalating US-Israeli war in Iran, its global energy and diplomatic fallout, and significant domestic US news, including airport safety failures and a landmark Meta lawsuit.
"Israel First": Ex-Israeli Negotiator Daniel Levy Says Netanyahu Led Trump into Illegal Iran War
Former Israeli negotiator Daniel Levy asserts that Benjamin Netanyahu deliberately manipulated the Trump administration into an 'illegal war' with Iran to advance an 'Israel First' agenda focused on regional dominance, even at the cost of American interests.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 24, 2026
Global conflicts escalate with US-Iran diplomatic disputes and ongoing military strikes in the Middle East, while domestic crises include a DHS shutdown, a USPS financial collapse warning, and a critical Supreme Court case on mail-in ballots.
Democracy Now! 30th Anniversary Special Event
Democracy Now's 30th-anniversary celebration highlights the enduring power of independent media, collective resistance, and critical journalism in confronting global crises and amplifying marginalized voices.
"It's a Disaster": European Countries Refuse to Take a Stand Against U.S. Violations of Int'l Law
Europe's ambiguous response to the US-Israel war on Iran is a 'disaster' that erodes international law and NATO's credibility, according to a leading international relations professor.
Iran War & Strait of Hormuz Energy Crisis Reveal Decline of U.S. Empire: Historian Alfred McCoy
Historian Alfred McCoy argues that Iran's strategic closure of the Strait of Hormuz, mirroring Egypt's Suez Canal move in 1956, signals a rapid decline in US global hegemony and exposes critical vulnerabilities in American military and economic strategy.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 23, 2026
Global tensions escalate with direct military exchanges between Iran and Israel, US-Iran diplomatic overtures, and widespread humanitarian crises, while domestic US issues include airport chaos, media consolidation, and a federal judge upholding press freedom.
Report from Beirut: 1,000+ Dead, 1M+ Displaced, Many Fear Long-Term Occupation of Southern Lebanon
A correspondent reports from Beirut on the rapidly escalating conflict in Lebanon, detailing over 1,000 deaths, 1 million displaced, and the humanitarian crisis amidst fears of a long-term Israeli occupation and a diplomatic deadlock.
Labor Icon Dolores Huerta, 95, Reveals She, Too, Was Raped by Cesar Chavez; Speaks to Maria Hinojosa
Labor icon Dolores Huerta, 95, revealed she was raped by Cesar Chavez, forcing a re-evaluation of his legacy and highlighting the systemic challenges survivors face when exposing powerful figures.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 20, 2026
Global conflicts escalate with significant economic and humanitarian fallout, while domestic US issues highlight immigration challenges and labor disputes.
The End of the Petrodollar? How Iran War Is Reshaping the Global Economy: Author Laleh Khalili
Ongoing conflict in the Strait of Hormuz is not only disrupting global oil trade but also accelerating a challenge to the petrodollar, pushing a multi-polar financial system and a faster transition to sustainable energy.
"Iran Is Playing the Long Game": What to Expect from Protracted War in Middle East
Valinaser, an international affairs professor, details Iran's 'mosaic military strategy' and 'long game' approach, arguing that US and Israeli actions have inadvertently radicalized Iran's leadership and destabilized global trust in international agreements.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 19, 2026
Global energy markets faced severe disruption following escalating US-Israeli strikes on Iran and Iranian retaliation across the Persian Gulf, while domestic US politics grappled with war funding, executive appointments, and revelations of historical abuse.
Trump’s Counterterrorism Chief Resigns over Iran War, Criticizes “Pressure from Israel”
Joe Kent, Trump's National Counterterrorism Center Director, resigned over the Iran war, stating it was driven by Israeli pressure, exposing a significant rift within the MAGA movement on US-Israel policy.
Speeding Up the “Kill Chain”: Pentagon Bombs Thousands of Targets in Iran Using Palantir AI
The US and Israel are leveraging AI systems like Palantir's Project Maven, incorporating Anthropic's Claude, to accelerate military targeting, raising critical ethical and legal questions about civilian casualties and the erosion of oversight.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 18, 2026
A rapidly escalating conflict between Israel and Iran has triggered global economic instability and a humanitarian crisis, while domestic US issues include a DHS shutdown, controversial foreign aid policies, and political primaries.
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