The U.S. military remains built for 20th-century warfare with costly carriers and tanks, but modern conflicts in Ukraine and Iran show cheap drones and electronic warfare dominate. Without restructuring toward decentralized, tech-driven capabilities, America risks strategic irrelevance.
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NASA satellites have identified a GPS jamming device in Iran with a precision of several kilometers, using new detection techniques to pinpoint the source of interference in the region.
The U.S. and Iran have reached a deal, but it still needs final approval from former President Donald Trump, according to officials. The agreement marks a potential breakthrough in negotiations between the two countries.
In this 49-minute interview, Professor Mohammad Marandi, an Iranian insider, discusses current geopolitical tensions involving Iran, addressing Western narratives and offering an Iranian perspective on regional conflicts, nuclear issues, and U.S.-Iran relations.
Cloudflare Radar data shows that Iran's internet connectivity has been partially restored after a period of disruption, though access remains limited compared to normal levels. The restoration appears to be gradual, with some regions and services still experiencing restrictions.
Internet traffic in Iran has been increasing recently, according to Cloudflare Radar data. The trend shows a noticeable rise in overall network activity over the past 28 days.
After nearly three months of a nationwide internet blackout amid protests, Iran has begun restoring internet access, with services like Instagram and WhatsApp partially returning. The shutdown, one of the strictest in the country's history, was imposed to curb unrest following the death of Mahsa Amini.
Iran restored internet access after a weeks-long blackout, but underlying political and economic crises, including protests and censorship, remain unresolved. The brief restoration does not signal lasting change.
A Marine sniper discusses his perspectives on military conflict involving Iran, sharing insights on tactics, rules of engagement, and the realities of modern warfare based on his combat experience.
The article argues Trump faces a diplomatic bind with GCC countries in negotiations with Iran. Arab states view the ceasefire and lack of decisive action against Iran's regime as weakness, making them hesitant to join a US-led coalition. As a result, they are hedging by preparing to deal with Iran independently, complicating Trump's efforts to secure their cooperation.
Iranians are gradually regaining internet access after an 88-day government-imposed shutdown that blocked news, TV, and messaging platforms. The restoration follows widespread protests and mounting economic pressure, though restrictions remain uneven across the country.
Iran has begun restoring global internet access after an 88-day blackout, one of the longest and most severe internet shutdowns in the country's history. The disruption, which began in late February, had restricted access to platforms like WhatsApp, Instagram, and Google services. The gradual restoration follows growing domestic and international pressure over the unprecedented move.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ended an internet blackout imposed during protests, ordering authorities to restore unrestricted access to the internet and digital platforms. The move reverses restrictions that had limited services like Instagram, WhatsApp, and other platforms since the 2022 protests following the death of Mahsa Amini.
Iran's internet connectivity has been restored after a period of disruption, according to NetBlocks, a group that monitors internet access.
After months of internet restrictions and a near-total blackout amid nationwide protests, internet service is gradually being restored in Iran. The disruption, one of the most severe in the country's history, had severely limited access to social media and messaging apps.
The Pentagon is in a dispute with SpaceX after the company increased prices for Starlink satellite internet services used by U.S. military forces during the conflict with Iran, raising concerns over cost and contractual terms.
Iran appears poised to restore internet access after a three-month blackout, potentially ending one of the country's longest periods of online restrictions.
Iran's President ordered the reopening of international internet access for the public, according to state media, reversing a years-long policy of strict online restrictions that had limited access to social media and messaging platforms. The move aims to address economic and social pressures, though filtering on some platforms may remain.
Iran's President has ordered the restoration of full international internet access after an 87-day nationwide blackout, according to reports. The outage, one of the longest in the country's history, had severely restricted communication and economic activity.
A user speculates on Reddit about China potentially supplying Russia and Iran with industrial and military materials, questioning whether this constitutes a de facto conflict with Western allies through non-kinetic means.
The article analyzes how the Trump administration's maximum pressure campaign against Iran backfired, strengthening Tehran's position and weakening U.S. influence. By withdrawing from the nuclear deal and imposing harsh sanctions, Trump inadvertently pushed Iran closer to Russia and China, while failing to achieve regime change or a better deal.
Egypt has deployed fighter jets to the United Arab Emirates as tensions with Iran strain alliances among Arab nations, according to satellite imagery and officials. The deployment signals deepening military cooperation between Cairo and Abu Dhabi amid broader regional realignments and concerns over Tehran's activities.
The article reports that escalating conflict with Iran has disrupted U.S. foreign aid and food supply chains, pushing Somalia and other vulnerable regions toward catastrophic famine. The war has diverted resources and attention from humanitarian programs, leaving millions without critical assistance as drought and instability worsen.
A Reuters investigation found that Donald Trump's crypto venture and Iran's largest cryptocurrency exchange both relied on overlapping networks of industry intermediaries and service providers, highlighting how the decentralized crypto ecosystem can connect U.S. political figures with entities under sanctions.
The energy crisis sparked by Iran tensions unexpectedly accelerated Europe's climate policy debate, pushing EU lawmakers to strengthen the Emissions Trading System (ETS) faster than anticipated. The panic over energy security led to a renewed focus on renewable investments and a tighter carbon market, reshaping the political dynamics around the Green Deal.
The article argues that President Trump's strategy toward Iran has shifted to seeking a negotiated surrender, emphasizing de-escalation and diplomacy over military confrontation, which critics view as a retreat from earlier强硬 policies.
The article examines how the Iran crisis and global energy wars are reshaping geopolitical dynamics, leading to a strategic awakening across Africa as the continent reassesses its energy partnerships and geopolitical positioning amid shifting global power structures.
Iran has used the Binance cryptocurrency exchange to move billions of dollars, supporting its military and regime activities, with transactions continuing into this month. The WSJ investigation reveals how the regime bypassed sanctions through crypto trades, funding operations including missile programs and regional proxies.
Iran has established permanent checkpoints on several islands in the Strait of Hormuz and reached diplomatic agreements with neighboring countries, effectively consolidating its control over the strategic waterway. The measures include imposing fees on vessels and expanding military presence, raising concerns among shipping companies and Western nations about navigational freedom in the region.
A pull request to Mozilla's Public Suffix List (PSL) proposes adding domains controlled by the Iranian government, raising concerns that this could be used to facilitate Internet filtering and censorship by Iranian authorities.