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US Military Death Toll in Iran War May Be Higher Than Pentagon Has Disclosed

The Washington Post says at least 22 US service members have died in the Middle East since the Iran war began, compared with 18 publicly listed by the Pentagon. Pete Hegseth calls the report a “complete lie,” while the Pentagon has not publicly explained the reported discrepancy.

Trump Coerces Denmark into a Permanent US Security Foothold in Greenland

The US has secured sweeping new military access in Greenland after months of pressure on Denmark, including tariff threats and demands for greater American control. Critics say the deal risks reinforcing a wider perception that Washington will use economic and strategic coercion to secure its goals.

Trump and Xi Prepare for High-Stakes Washington Summit

Xi Jinping will visit Washington on September 24 for high-stakes talks with Donald Trump covering tariffs, rare earths, Boeing sales, Taiwan, AI, fentanyl and Iran. With the world’s two largest economies still locked in strategic rivalry, even limited agreements could have global consequences.

CNN and Politico Vow to Fight After Trump Announces White House Ban

Donald Trump has announced a White House ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico, accusing them of repeatedly reporting “fake news” and warning that other outlets could follow. The decision is expected to trigger a fresh First Amendment fight over whether governments can restrict access based on coverage.