California Democrat Ro Khanna signed an anti-AIPAC pledge signalling growing congressional opposition to uncritical U.S. support for Israel.
Year: 2026
UN Says Gang Violence Has Displaced 1.5 Million People Across Haiti
The United Nations reports that gang-related violence across Haiti has forced more than 1.5 million people from their homes.
G7 Alignment on Iran and Ukraine Described as Deeply Fragile by CFR Analysts
Despite a rare moment of transatlantic alignment at the Evian G7 summit experts warn that the consensus on Iran and Ukraine could easily fracture.
Pete Hegseth Lashes Out at NATO Allies Announces Review of U.S. Forces in Europe
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called for a NATO 3.0 reboot and announced a review of American troop deployments in Europe.
Israel Attacks Lebanon Despite U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Deal Killing One Wounding Three
Israeli strikes hit Lebanon just after the U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal was announced killing one person and wounding three others.
Israeli Operations in Gaza Have Killed Over 1000 Palestinians Since October Ceasefire
Gaza Health Ministry says Israeli operations have taken 1005 Palestinian lives since the ceasefire agreement with Hamas in October.
Ukraine Launches Massive Drone Attack on Moscow Sparking Major Oil Refinery Fire
One of the largest Ukrainian drone strikes on Russia since the war began; a massive oil refinery caught fire in the Russian capital.
Trump and Iran President Sign Memorandum of Understanding to End U.S.-Iran War
Trump signed the MOU at a Versailles dinner hosted by Macron; Iran’s Pezeshkian signed in Tehran calling it a historical document.
FDA Expands AI Capabilities and Completes Major Data Platform Consolidation in 2026
The US FDA expanded its artificial intelligence capabilities and completed a significant data platform consolidation to improve efficiency in drug oversight.
India Has Over 3000 Deeptech Startups With AI Robotics Biotech and Quantum Focus
KPMG data shows India has more than 3,600 deeptech companies representing about 12% of the startup base, with deeptech funding holding up better than expected.