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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

Iran Calls for Action After Power Plant Attacks

Iran’s nuclear chief wrote a letter to the director of the International Atomic Energy Agency, saying that the agency has not done enough to stop attacks on its only working nuclear power plant. He pointed out that the Bushehr plant has been hit four times, with a recent strike on April 4 killing

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

UAE Urges Open Hormuz in Any U. S. –Iran Deal

The United Arab Emirates has made it clear that any agreement between the United States and Iran must keep the Strait of Hormuz open for free navigation. The UAE’s diplomatic adviser, Anwar Gargash, said the waterway is a global economic lifeline and cannot be used as leverage by any country. He a

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Apr 06 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin climbs above $69, 000 as traders flip the script

Bitcoin surged 3% to $69, 120 on Monday after traders returned from Easter and felt hopeful about a possible Iran ceasefire. The rise pushed the largest crypto past its last week’s peak and forced $196 million in short bets to liquidate within 24 hours. Ethereum led the climb, gaining 3. 7% to $2,

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Apr 06 2026BUSINESS

Small businesses struggle as global tensions shake supply chains

The latest conflict in the Middle East isn’t just about oil—it’s hitting everyday goods that Americans take for granted. Small businesses that depend on imported materials or exports are feeling the squeeze as shipping routes get blocked and costs jump faster than a gas station price sign. A sneaker

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

Iran reports shooting down US aircraft during rescue operation

On a recent Sunday, Iran’s military announced it had destroyed multiple aircraft during an attempted rescue of a US airman. According to their statement, the operation involved several branches of their armed forces working together. The targets included a US C-130 transport plane and two Black Hawk

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

US Airman Rescued in Iran as Tensions With Gulf Nations Rise

A U. S. airman, part of an F-15 crew shot down over Iran, was rescued by American special forces in a risky mountain operation. The pilot was already pulled to safety the day before, while the weapons officer survived with minor injuries. Meanwhile, Iran’s leadership warned the U. S. not to escalate

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

Religious Words vs Military Actions: What Happens When Beliefs Mix With War?

Top officials in the U. S. recently called the rescue of an American pilot from Iran an “Easter miracle, ” treating it like a victory straight out of a movie. But the way they mixed holy days with tough talk has left many wondering: is religion guiding war decisions, or just being used as a tool? Re

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Apr 05 2026POLITICS

Iranian Family Members Detained After U. S. Action

The U. S. government has recently moved to remove certain relatives of the late Iranian general from the country, citing their ties to a regime that has openly threatened American interests. One case involves Hamideh Soleimani Afshar, who was a green‑card holder and lived comfortably in the United S

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Apr 05 2026POLITICS

US Airman Safely Pulled From Iran After Fighter Jet Crash

A U. S. fighter pilot was rescued after his F‑15 aircraft crashed in Iran, officials confirmed late Saturday. The mission took place following reports that the jet was shot down by Iranian air defenses. Earlier this week, a second pilot from the same two‑person crew was recovered after the cra

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Apr 05 2026FINANCE

India's Oil Play: How Geopolitics Made Iran a Surprising Supplier Again

India just bought oil from Iran for the first time in years, and it didn't even have to jump through payment hoops. Normally, that wouldn't be news—countries trade oil all the time. But this deal stands out because it happened during a messy time in the Middle East, when key shipping routes got tang

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