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New York TimesWednesday, 15 April 2026
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Split U.S. Comes to Grips With a Largely Hazy War
Past Conflicts Add to Frustration Over Iran
The paper frames the unfolding conflict through a domestic lens, highlighting public division and the psychological weight of previous Middle Eastern interventions rather than immediate military tactics.
Following the US ordering a blockade of Iranian ports and entering a period of hostilities, American public opinion is proving deeply divided, colored by memories of past conflicts in Iraq and Vietnam.
“Largely Hazy War”
“Analytical and historically contextualised”
In Confronting Another Pope, Trump Finds a Harder Target
Analyses the changing dynamic between the former US President and the Vatican under a newly elected, more traditional pontiff.
Rare Israel and Lebanon Talks Focus on Curtailing Hezbollah
Highlights an unusual diplomatic meeting between historically hostile nations aiming to address mutual security threats.
Hochul Eyeing New Tax in City On 2nd Homes
Reports on state-level fiscal policy proposals aimed at closing budget gaps by taxing high earners.
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