March 2026 – Page 228

Resist ‘dangerous and socially unacceptable’ age checks for social media, scientists warn – POLITICO

March 2, 2026admin

They are calling instead for a global pause “until the scientific consensus settles on the benefits and harms that age-assurance technologies can bring, and on the technical feasibility.” The signatories include Ronald Rivest, winner of the prestigious Turing Award in computing, and Bart Preneel, president of the International Association for Cryptologic Research. France is planning […]

Trump now thinks Venezuela scenario for Iran is “perfect”

March 2, 2026admin

Donald Trump is causing irritation with contradictory statements about his goals in Iran. Image: keystone Donald Trump is causing confusion with contradictory statements about US goals in Iran. An interview he gave to the New York Times underlines the US government’s lack of plan, at least on the surface. Mar 2, 2026, 4:55 a.mMar 2, […]

Iran crisis poses fresh test for divided EU – POLITICO

March 2, 2026admin

“There has to be emergency meetings left, right and center,” a senior diplomat from the region told POLITICO, underscoring the urgency for the EU to quickly adopt a strong position. “This is a turning point for the Middle East, Europe and the U.S.” International law Emmanuel Macron, Friedrich Merz and Keir Starmer, the leaders of […]

System change in Iran: Statements from Trump Republicans give little hope

March 2, 2026admin

The war against Iran is in full swing. But what comes next? Statements from the US government and Trump allies do not bode well. While Donald Trump made contradictory statements about how to proceed in the Iran war in various interviews and statements within a few hours, a debate has broken out in the USA […]

Trump leaves room to claim victory — or avoid blame — in recorded Iran strike messages

March 2, 2026admin

Trump has taken an approach to selling U.S. citizens on military action in Iran that contrasts with his predecessors, seeking to avoid completely owning it.

Trump tests a new approach in Iran: Regime change without owning the fight

March 2, 2026admin

Trump has taken an approach to selling U.S. citizens on military action in Iran that contrasts with his predecessors, seeking to avoid completely owning it.

France to bolster military presence in the Middle East – POLITICO

March 2, 2026admin

PARIS — France will bolster its military presence in the Middle East after an Iranian counterattack hit a French naval base in the region. French President Emmanuel Macron, speaking ahead of an emergency security and defense council Sunday evening, said France will “strengthen its [military] position and defensive support to stand alongside those with whom we […]

Oil prices jump after ships attacked near Strait of Hormuz

March 2, 2026admin

Experts have warned that a prolonged conflict could push global energy prices even higher.

Iran’s exiled prince tells Europe to get off the fence and back the war – POLITICO

March 2, 2026admin

“The military operation is a humanitarian rescue mission and will save many lives,” Pahlavi said. “Europe’s decision to proscribe the IRGC is welcome but it now needs to go further and support our transition plan to rebuild Iran. Europe has too long sat on the fence. This is the moment of decision. Stand with the […]

Kidnapping of foreigners soars in Africa’s lawless Sahel region

March 2, 2026admin

Growing insecurity in the Sahel made 2025 one of the worst years on record for the abduction of foreigners in Africa.