Why Did the U.S. Allow a Russian Oil Tanker Through Its Cuba Blockade?

30/03/2026 19:07 New York Times

The ship’s arrival would bring Cuba some badly needed fuel. It also marks a shift from U.S. efforts to block oil shipments and pressure the Cuban government.

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California’s Warmest, Driest March in Years Is Finally Ending

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30/03/2026 18:30 New York Times

Trump Claims ‘Regime Change’ in Iran Is Already Complete

President Trump suggested that Iran’s current leaders were “much more reasonable” as he sought to show progress in his war aims. Iran’s power structure appears firmly in control despite a month of U.S.-Israeli attacks....

30/03/2026 17:41 New York Times

U.S. Allows Russian Oil Tanker to Reach Cuba, Despite Blockade

The tanker full of crude oil could reach its expected destination by Monday, providing a lifeline to the island amid intense U.S. pressure....

30/03/2026 13:09 New York Times

Your Questions About the News

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30/03/2026 10:48 New York Times

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30/03/2026 09:02 New York Times

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Across Asia, Trump’s War on Iran Is Dangerous for Everyone

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30/03/2026 06:20 New York Times

Oil Jumps to $116 a Barrel on Signs of Escalation of Middle East War

Investors digested increasing signs of escalation of the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran, which has led to a blockage of critical energy supplies....

30/03/2026 01:58 New York Times

As Gas Prices Approach $4 a Gallon, Americans Rethink Vacations

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29/03/2026 20:29 New York Times

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The war in Iran was a galvanizing force, but plenty of protesters focused on President Trump’s immigration crackdown. Senate candidates in several key races joined the crowds....

29/03/2026 09:01 New York Times

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Conference organizers presented the poll results as a rebuttal to narratives that Republicans were split over the Iran war and support for Israel....

28/03/2026 21:50 New York Times

Is Iran a Political Problem for Trump? Tell Me How Long the War Lasts.

Historically, quagmire abroad and high prices at home are the ingredients of a failed presidency....

28/03/2026 19:05 New York Times

Yemen’s Houthis Fire at Israel and Vow Further Attacks

There has long been concern that the Houthis, an Iran-backed militia, could disrupt shipping in the Red Sea if they entered the broader war....

28/03/2026 18:06 New York Times

In an Asymmetrical War, Iran Seeks an Edge With Its Information War

Propaganda and disinformation have flooded the internet in a sophisticated effort to undermine support for U.S. and Israeli attacks....

28/03/2026 16:55 New York Times

Can This Russian Bakery Survive a 3,500% Tax Increase?

The challenges faced by a small-business owner near Moscow highlight how Russia’s war-drained economy is on the doorstep of a major crisis....

28/03/2026 16:26 New York Times

Wild Ultimatums and ‘Bombing Our Little Hearts Out’: A Portrait of Trump at War

President Trump has vacillated between boasting about U.S. military superiority and deep frustration that his war of choice is not always having the desired effects....

28/03/2026 16:03 New York Times

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28/03/2026 15:10 New York Times

At CPAC, the ‘America First’ Crowd Ponders Giving War a Chance

The Conservative Political Action Conference has been an America First gathering for years, but with President Trump pursuing war in Iran, organizers have tried to make a shift, with mixed results....

28/03/2026 04:20 New York Times

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

Government Trolls Sling Memes in the Online Trenches of Mideast War

Officials in Tehran and Washington alike are trading taunts in English, often using American pop culture references....

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Trump Offers More Aid to Farmers, a Key Support Bloc Hurt by Tariffs and War

The president announced new loan guarantees at a White House event that appeared intended to reassure a group that has found itself caught in the crosshairs of some of his major policies....

27/03/2026 22:30 New York Times

Arrest Warrant for Ex-Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin Is Voided

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27/03/2026 22:25 New York Times

Kash Patel’s Emails Circulate Online as Iran Takes Responsibility for Release

What appeared to be personal emails from before Mr. Patel’s time as director were posted on a website that identified itself as Iranian but seemed to be hosted in Russia....

27/03/2026 22:11 New York Times

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27/03/2026 21:44 New York Times

White House Vows to Pay T.S.A. Workers as Partial Shutdown Continues

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27/03/2026 21:34 New York Times

Stocks Keep Falling as Investor Lose Patience With the War in Iran

The S&P 500 is down nearly 9 percent from a January high. The weekly losing streak is its worst in roughly four years....

27/03/2026 20:35 New York Times

The Iran War Has Diesel Prices Soaring, and Consumers Could Pay the Price

Diesel has climbed faster than gasoline this month, directly hitting businesses, from brewers to trucking companies. Those higher costs are likely to make their way into consumer prices....

27/03/2026 20:25 New York Times

Global Food Supply Faces a Dangerous Bottleneck as Iran War Persists

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27/03/2026 19:43 New York Times

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27/03/2026 19:29 New York Times

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27/03/2026 18:55 New York Times

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