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Iran hits targets across Middle East after Trump signals talks progress

IIran targeted countries across the Middle East with a fresh volley of missiles Wednesday, hours after US President Donald Trump signalled tentative progress in diplomatic efforts to end the war. The conflict that began on February 28 with US-Israeli strikes on Iran has mushroomed throughout the Middle East, sending world energy markets into tailspin. Iran fired a salvo of "precision-guided" missiles and drones at Israel and bases hosting US forces in Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain, the country's Revolutionary Guards said early Wednesday.

Why it matters/This escalating conflict threatens global energy security and economic stability, with missile strikes disrupting Middle Eastern oil supplies that billions of people depend on. The tension between military escalation and diplomatic progress directly affects global markets, military commitments, and the risk of wider regional war.

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Reeves Pledges to Support 'Those Who Need It Most' if Energy Bills Spiral

The chancellor tells the Commons "contingency planning is taking place for every eventuality, so that we can keep costs down for everyone".

Why it matters/Energy costs directly impact household budgets and living standards, especially for low-income families. The government's contingency planning signals potential price spikes ahead, making it crucial for voters to understand what support is being considered and how it will be funded.

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Illinois Gov. Pritzker Criticizes AIPAC After Pro-Israel Group Spent Heavily in State Primary

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is condemning special interest money that poured into the state ahead of this week's primary, including from a pro-Israel political group that the billionaire and potential 2028 presidential contender once supported.

Why it matters/AIPAC's aggressive spending in Democratic primaries represents a major shift in how pro-Israel lobbying works in American politics. Its willingness to target progressive Democrats who oppose U.S. military support for Israel has sparked a debate about foreign policy influence, campaign finance, and the future of the Democratic Party's stance toward Israel.

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Bondi Gives Ousted Interim US Attorney New Title, Allows Him to Keep Job in Wisconsin

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi is allowing an ousted interim federal prosecutor to continue overseeing cases in Wisconsin with a new title, as Democrats in the U.S. Senate delay confirmation votes on President Donald Trump's appointees.

Why it matters/The Trump administration is using creative workarounds to maintain control of federal prosecutors in districts where Senate confirmation is stalled. This tactic raises questions about executive power, the independence of the DOJ, and the constitutional role of Senate confirmation.

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Republicans Defeat Resolution to Halt US Military Strikes Against Iran

Senate Republicans blocked a Democratic war powers resolution led by Senator Cory Booker that sought to limit President Trump's military action in Iran. The vote reflects a deepening partisan divide over the war, with the conflict driving up oil and gas prices.

Why it matters/The failed resolution underscores Congress's inability to assert its constitutional war powers authority, continuing a decades-long pattern of legislative deference to the executive branch on military action. With no congressional check on the conflict, the war's scope and duration remain entirely at presidential discretion.

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