The Atlantic
Iran Sends Love Letters to Jordan, Missiles Not Included
Iran bombs Jordan, then sends love letters and thanks for targeting tips, hoping to woo the locals - because nothing says romance like a missile strike.
2026-08-07
The Atlantic
2026-06-10
BBC World
Trump and Iran Trade Threats Like Angry Teens in a Group Chat, Only With More Missiles
Trump and Iran trade threats after strikes, with Trump declaring Iran 'completely defeated' and Iran vowing to answer every attack, proving diplomacy is going great.
2026-06-03
BBC World
Strait of Hormuz Blockade Leaves 20,000 Sailors Stressed, Exhausted, and Wonderfully Entertained by Missile Flyovers
20,000 sailors trapped in the Strait of Hormuz for months find that war, missile flyovers, and a tripled water bill are not the vacation they signed up for.
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