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Could Trump’s Iran ‘excursion’ be a bigger global turning point than Vietnam?

The far shorter Middle East war has rapidly revealed the strategic weakness of US firepower in an interconnected worldIn a 1965 speech justifying the war in Vietnam, Lyndon B Johnson argued that the goal was to ensure “every country can shape its own destiny” since only in such a world could the US secure its own freedom. However, he also admitted “such were infirmities of man that force must often precede reason, and the waste of war, the works of peace”. It was the kind of elegant...

The Guardian UK 9d ago

Could Trump’s Iran ‘excursion’ be a bigger global turning point than Vietnam?

The far shorter Middle East war has rapidly revealed the strategic weakness of US firepower in an interconnected worldIn a 1965 speech justifying the war in Vietnam, Lyndon B Johnson argued that the goal was to ensure “every country can shape its own destiny” since only in such a world could the US secure its own freedom. However, he also admitted “such were infirmities of man that force must often precede reason, and the waste of war, the works of peace”. It was the kind of elegant...

The Guardian World 9d ago

Commentary: Methanol, pistachios and cement - other Iranian exports choked by the war

Commentary: Methanol, pistachios and cement - other Iranian exports choked by the war Given disruptions in supply chains all over the world, the conflict has shown that Iran’s role in the global economy is not merely centred on oil, says this writer. The war between Iran, the US and Israel has escalated into a major global crisis, with consequences that are reaching far beyond the Middle East. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, through which around 25 per cent of the world’s oil ordinarily...

Channel News Asia 10d ago

Predicted global hunger crisis becoming a reality as Mideast war drags on, UN warns

Predicted global hunger crisis becoming a reality as Mideast war drags on, UN warns Predictions that the Middle East war could drive tens of millions more people into acute hunger are proving to be accurate, the United Nations said Friday, warning that higher fuel and food costs linked to the conflict are deepening food insecurity far beyond the region. "Pessimistic" predictions that the Middle East war could push tens of millions more people into acute hunger if drawn out are being proven...

France 24 4d ago

'The diamond was gorgeous': Jill Biden wanted to keep PM Modi's $20,000 gift but couldn't afford it

Former US first lady Dr Jill Biden revealed she was interested in keeping a diamond gifted to her by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, but ultimately returned it to the federal government after learning that US officials valued it far above its stated price. In her memoir "View from the East Wing: A Memoir," Biden offers a behind-the-scenes account of life at the White House and the strict rules governing gifts received by America's first family. Among the gifts she recalls most vividly was a...

Times of India 2d ago

SA farmers celebrate dramatic turnaround after record rain

Record autumn rain sparks recovery across South Australia, but not all growers benefit Tue 9 Jun 2026 at 5:32am In short: Record monthly rainfall has changed the fortunes of some farmers in South Australia. The wet weather has helped restore subsoil moisture and boosted crop outlooks in regions recovering from drought. Long-range forecasting indicates a patchy season ahead.

ABC Australia 1d ago

Scrap aluminium recycling 'rip off' uncovered as MP claims councils 'misled' and losing out on millions

Scrap aluminium recycling 'rip off' uncovered as MP claims councils 'misled' and losing out on millions EXCLUSIVE: MP Tessa Munt is calling for an overhaul of the recycling system, which involves 14 billion cans a year, saying councils are being 'misled' and are losing out on millions An MP claims to have uncovered an extraordinary “rip-off” scam involving the recycling of scrap aluminium. Now Tessa Munt is calling for a complete overhaul of the recycling system - which involves a staggering...

Daily Mirror 6d ago

Japan museum under fire for ‘rewriting history’ with Nanking ‘incident’ label

Japan museum under fire for ‘rewriting history’ with Nanking ‘incident’ label Conservatives force the Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum to drop the word massacre, a move critics say downplays Japan’s wartime aggression The Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum, which previously resisted revisionist attempts, appeared to have capitulated to a civic group’s pressure campaign, following Thursday’s release of proposed exhibit changes by its operations council. Other amendments announced by the museum, opened in...

South China Morning Post 2d ago

Japan seeks candid dialog, defense minister says, rejecting 'neo-militarism' claims

"Japan's door to dialog is always open" to the international community even as it increases defense spending and revises its arms exports guidelines, according to defense minister Shinjiro Koizumi. Speaking at the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue, Koizumi said that Tokyo has consistently respected international law, adding that "Japan's path as a peace-loving nation has been valued by the region and by the international community. This fact will not be shaken by false claims because it is a fact."

CNBC 10d ago