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Wednesday briefing: ​How did Russia become the unexpected beneficiary of the Iran war?

In today’s newsletter: As conflict engulfs Iran, shifting ​global alliances and soaring energy prices are reshaping ​the existing power balances​ that could redefine the next stage of international security Good morning. So far, there is only one clear winner from the war in Iran: Russia. Be...

01/04/2026 05:46 The Guardian
Airport congestion eases as TSA workers receive backpay but record DHS shutdown drags on – US politics live

Union boss says workers have received some, but not all, of their paySign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxThe next days of the Iran war will be “decisive,” Pentagon chief Hegseth says.“The upcoming days will be decisive. Iran knows that, and there’s al...

31/03/2026 12:30 The Guardian
Pope seems to rebuke Hegseth in remarks about leaders with ‘hands full of blood’

Pontiff’s unusually pointed comments come after US defence secretary’s prayer for violence against enemies ‘who deserve no mercy’Pope Leo has said God ignores the prayers of leaders who wage war and have “hands full of blood”, in an apparent rebuke to the Trump administration.The pontiff...

29/03/2026 22:30 The Guardian
As US troops sail to Middle East, how likely is Trump to order boots on the ground?

Secretary of state Marco Rubio repeats administration’s belief that US can achieve its aims without a ground warAmid tentative White House efforts at diplomacy to end the war in Iran, US troops have also been arriving in the region to deliver what Donald Trump has hoped could be a knockout blow if...

28/03/2026 13:00 The Guardian
Iranian Strike on U.S. Base in Saudi Arabia Injures 12 American Troops, Officials Say

The combined missile and drone attack amounted to one of the most serious breaches of American air defenses in the course of the monthlong war with Iran....

28/03/2026 02:28 New York Times
‘Emergency situation’: Trump says he will order payments to TSA agents amid turmoil at US airports – as it happened

This blog is now closed. You can read our latest story hereSign up for the Breaking News US emailWe are awaiting the start of Donald Trump’s latest cabinet meeting, which was due to start at 10am eastern time. This will be the 11th such session Trump has staged since re-entering the White House in...

27/03/2026 02:00 The Guardian
Israel says it is expanding ‘buffer zone’ in Lebanon – as it happened

This blog is closed. Follow our new liveblog hereIranian nationals with valid Australian tourist visas will be blocked from entering the country for six months, Australia’s home affairs minister said, citing concern some may decide to stay longer than they’re allowed. Tony Burke said the direct...

26/03/2026 03:59 The Guardian
Republicans in Congress Fret Over Trump Administration’s Handling of Iran War

G.O.P. lawmakers who have given the Trump administration wide latitude to wage war with no congressional input are growing frustrated as officials offer little detail about ground troops, cost or timeline....

26/03/2026 02:07 New York Times
U.S. and Iran Are Talking About Ways to End the War: What to Know

The United States is discussing ways to end hostilities with Iran, even as the Pentagon dispatches more troops....

25/03/2026 18:35 New York Times
US set to deploy airborne troops amid Trump claims of ‘very good’ Iran talks

Israel and Gulf states targeted by Iran in latest strikes while Tehran denies any negotiations with US to end warMiddle East crisis – live updatesThe US is poised to deploy airborne troops to the Middle East as strikes intensify, signalling it may consider boots on the ground despite Donald Trump...

25/03/2026 11:26 The Guardian
Wednesday briefing: ​Can Sarah Mullally steer the Church of England back into safer waters?

In today’s newsletter: The first woman to hold the position of archbishop of Canterbury arrives at a time of transition with hopes that she can restore the church’s reputationGood morning. At a ceremony later today, Sarah Mullally will be installed as the 106th archbishop of Canterbury. The firs...

25/03/2026 06:46 The Guardian
Ukraine war briefing: Moldova declares emergency after Russian attack cuts key power line

President urges people to reduce consumption after power line passing through Ukraine damaged by drones; Moscow spring offensive steps up. What we know on day 1,491Moldova declared a state of emergency in the energy sector after a key power line with Europe was disconnected following Russian strikes...

25/03/2026 05:49 The Guardian
Senate Republicans Again Block Bid to Halt Iran War Without Authorization

Senate Democrats failed for the third time to advance a resolution that would force the removal of troops from hostilities in Iran unless Congress approves offensive operations....

24/03/2026 23:43 New York Times
Guardian Essential poll: only a quarter of Australians approve of US-Israel war on Iran

Poll also finds Australians keener for government to forge closer ties with middle powers such as Canada and JapanPeter Lewis: Labor is copping the blame for US ‘excursion’ in Iran. Can they get Trump out of the driver’s seat?Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOnly one...

24/03/2026 14:00 The Guardian
Pentagon Officials Weigh Deployment of Airborne Troops for Iran War

The combat forces would come from a brigade of about 3,000 soldiers capable of deploying anywhere in the world within 18 hours....

23/03/2026 19:38 New York Times
A Choice of Deadly Drones Is Only a Few Clicks Away for Ukrainian Troops

Ukraine has created online marketplaces to let units select their own drones, a break from generations of standardized and centralized weapons procurement....

23/03/2026 17:41 New York Times
Trump hints at wind down of war as US prepares to send more troops to Gulf

Washington considers Kharg Island takeover as Donald Trump calls Nato allies ‘cowards’ for refusal to ‘help open’ strait of HormuzMiddle East crisis – live updatesDonald Trump said he was considering “winding down” military operations in the Middle East even as the US is reportedly sen...

21/03/2026 07:44 The Guardian
Donald Trump ‘very surprised’ Australia declined to send troops to strait of Hormuz amid fuel crisis

US president claims he ‘always says yes’ to Australia, Japan and South Korea, after saying he didn’t need help from trio of countries earlier this weekMiddle East crisis – live updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDonald Trump says he is “very surprised” Aust...

21/03/2026 04:59 The Guardian
Trump Says He Won’t Send Troops to Iran but Leaves Wiggle Room

The president was cagey about his plans for Iran. He confirmed the Pentagon was seeking $200 billion to support a protracted war effort while also claiming it would be over soon....

20/03/2026 07:10 New York Times
At least 200 American troops wounded in Iran war, US military says

Details from US Central Command come as 13 US service members and more than 1,300 Iranians have been killedAt least 200 US troops have been injured in the US-Israeli war on Iran, a US military spokesperson said on Monday.“Since the start of Operation Epic Fury, approximately 200 US service members...

16/03/2026 21:31 The Guardian
Israel’s plan to expand Lebanon ground campaign fuels fears of prolonged occupation

Israeli defence minister says IDF instructed to destroy ‘terror infrastructure’ in southern villagesMiddle East crisis – live updatesIsrael’s announcement on Monday of a ground campaign in new areas of southern Lebanon is fuelling fears of a prolonged occupation among hundreds of thousands o...

16/03/2026 18:31 The Guardian
All six crew members confirmed dead after US military plane crash in Iraq

Number of American troops killed in war on Iran after incident in western desert now stands at 13Middle East live blog – latest updatesUS politics – live updatesAll six crew members onboard a US military aircraft that crashed in western Iraq were killed, the US military has said.The KC-135 milit...

13/03/2026 15:04 The Guardian
Putin's 'hidden hand' likely helping Iran against Trump, says UK minister

Vladimir Putin's "hidden hand" is likely helping Iran respond to Donald Trump's war, the UK defence secretary has said, as it emerged that Iranian-linked drones hit a base in Iraq where some British troops are located....

12/03/2026 14:28 Skynews
On the Road With Zelensky, Weathered, Weary and Fighting On

Ukraine’s leader, Volodymyr Zelensky, traveled east to visit frontline troops trying to stave off Russian attacks, and invited reporters for The New York Times to go with him....

09/03/2026 04:01 New York Times
Fox News uses old clip of Trump after he wore hat while saluting slain US soldiers

Conservative outlet aired footage of president saluting at similar ceremony in December for at least three broadcastsFox News used old video of Donald Trump in multiple reports on Saturday and Sunday, concealing from viewers that the commander-in-chief wore a golf hat throughout a ceremony on Saturd...

08/03/2026 20:42 The Guardian
Trump skirts Congress over Iran war as Republicans simply step aside

Senate blocks war powers measure and House follows suit – now president can bomb Iran free from congressional interferenceBefore US troops invaded Iraq, George W Bush asked Congress to pass a resolution authorizing military force against Washington’s longtime nemesis, a request that lawmakers ob...

07/03/2026 12:00 The Guardian
Trump scolds Fox News reporter for question about Russia helping Iran target US troops – as it happened

This live blog is now closed.Trump news at a glance: president marks first week of Iran attacks with call for nation’s ‘unconditional surrender’US lost 92,000 jobs in February just before Trump joined Iran conflictSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxMil...

07/03/2026 03:07 The Guardian
US House rejects war powers resolution to end Trump’s hostilities with Iran

Democratic-backed measure that would have forced US to withdraw troops failed by a vote of 212-219Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxThe US House of Representatives on Thursday voted down a Democratic-backed measure to halt hostilities with Iran, as Republic...

05/03/2026 21:56 The Guardian
Ethiopia’s Demand for a Port Drives Fear of New War With Eritrea

Both sides have moved troops toward their shared border, while Ethiopia has accused Eritrea of occupying part of its territory....

04/03/2026 23:27 New York Times
US troops were told war on Iran was ‘all part of God’s divine plan’, watchdog alleges

Religious freedom group says 200 troops sent complaints of superiors using extremist Christian rhetoric to justify warMiddle East crisis – live updatesUS military commanders have been invoking extremist Christian rhetoric about biblical “end times” to justify involvement in the Iran war to tro...

03/03/2026 21:21 The Guardian
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What If He Can’t? 02/04 20:12 - State Department claims Iran ‘continually’ pursuing nuclear weapon 02/04 20:12 - State Department claims Iran ‘continually’ pursuing nuclear weapon 02/04 19:54 - What might end Israel’s war on Iran? 02/04 19:54 - What might end Israel’s war on Iran? 02/04 19:44 - Fact-checking Trump's address on the war in Iran 02/04 19:41 - Europe, NATO under pressure over Iran war: 'Trump strong with the weak and weak with the strong' 02/04 19:40 - 'He wasn't convincing to the world and to the American people', former US ambassador to NATO says 02/04 19:23 - Trump warns Tehran ‘more to follow’ after strike destroys Iran’s largest bridge 02/04 18:40 - Can Russia help fill the global energy gap? 02/04 18:40 - Can Russia help fill the global energy gap? 02/04 18:37 - Children’s hospital in Tehran keeps hopes and smiles alive during war 02/04 18:37 - Children’s hospital in Tehran keeps hopes and smiles alive during war 02/04 18:29 - Ros Atkins on…the cost of the Iran war 02/04 18:12 - No longer so mighty? Iran war tests US strength and resolve 02/04 18:01 - Sadiq Khan warns of ‘zero-tolerance approach’ to any repeat of Clapham disorder 02/04 17:34 - ‘You have to be serious’: Macron criticises Trump’s mixed messages about Nato and Iran 02/04 17:31 - Starmer must call energy summit akin to 2008 crisis response, Labour MP says 02/04 17:14 - Russia Is Sending a Second Oil Tanker to Fuel-Starved Cuba 02/04 17:13 - Watch: Trump's shifting deadlines for ending Iran war 02/04 17:04 - Danish Warship Sunk by Britain’s Lord Nelson 225 Years Ago Is Found 02/04 16:55 - World Cup 2026: Iran and Infantino talks progressing as war darkens US trip 02/04 16:55 - World Cup 2026: Iran and Infantino talks progressing as war darkens US trip 02/04 16:48 - Lawsuit Challenges Warrantless Searches and Forced Entries by ICE 02/04 16:43 - ‘A litany of lies’: Trump’s rambling primetime Iran address sparks backlash 02/04 16:11 - Russia to send second oil tanker to Cuba, minister says 02/04 16:09 - 'I haven't slept for days': Iranians describe mounting desperation after a month of war 02/04 16:01 - 30 Fun Impulse Buys From Walmart Because, Admit It, You Love Treating Yourself 02/04 15:59 - Oil price jumps and markets slide after Trump warning to Iran 02/04 15:55 - News24 | Israel warns Hezbollah chief will pay ‘heavy price’ for Passover attacks 02/04 15:53 - Award-winning Iranian human rights lawyer arrested in Tehran, says her daughter 02/04 15:38 - Sudanese rebels used rape as a weapon, aid group says 02/04 15:37 - Republican senators McConnell and Tillis break with Trump on Nato withdrawal 02/04 15:33 - U.K. to Host Talks on Securing Strait of Hormuz 02/04 15:32 - US war on Iran: 'Absolute disaster' for Middle Eastern airlines 02/04 15:26 - Oil jumps and shares fall after US president address 02/04 15:22 - US reinforcements are coming to the Gulf – but what does victory look like? 02/04 15:22 - US reinforcements are coming to the Gulf – but what does victory look like? 02/04 15:21 - Europe should lift sanctions on Russian energy amid Iran crisis, Viktor Orbán says as he taunts Tusk – as it happened 02/04 14:52 - News24 | Iraq turns to oil exports through Syria after war shuts Strait of Hormuz 02/04 14:50 - EU and democracy at stake in Hungary parliamentary polls 02/04 14:42 - Iran's military warns of crushing attacks until adversaries' 'surrender' 02/04 14:39 - CENTCOM releases video of air strikes in fifth week of war on Iran 02/04 14:39 - CENTCOM releases video of air strikes in fifth week of war on Iran 02/04 14:27 - Artist files war crime case in Paris over Israeli strike that killed parents in Lebanon 02/04 14:17 - Trump derides NATO over no-show in Iran war 02/04 14:15 - Why Lebanon should join the International Criminal Court 02/04 14:15 - Why Lebanon should join the International Criminal Court 02/04 14:12 - Middle East war creates multi-faceted challenge for airlines 02/04 14:11 - 'People are exhausted': No end in sight as Lebanon enters second month of war