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Satellite Images Expose Trump’s Claim of ‘Easy’ Victory in Iran

Satellite Images Expose Trump’s Claim of ‘Easy’ Victory in Iran

If it decides to attack, the US would face a complicated set of targets because of Iran’s rugged geography and its efforts to protect military assets.

February 26, 2026

February 26, 2026

Satellite Images Expose Trump’s Claim of ‘Easy’ Victory in Iran

If it decides to attack, the US would face a complicated set of targets because of Iran’s rugged geography and its efforts to protect military assets.

Satellite Images Expose Trump’s Claim of ‘Easy’ Victory in Iran

December 12, 2025

December 12, 2025

Year in Review: 2025 in Graphics, Maps, and Visual Stories

The Year in Graphics

2025: The Year in Graphics (4x3 animated GIF V2)

December 8, 2025

December 8, 2025

Russia’s Threats Put Europe’s Borderlands on Edge

The Baltic countries are fortifying their frontier regions as a deterrent to Russian aggression. Close to the border, communities now have to reckon with the price of peace.

Russia’s Threats Put Europe’s Borderlands on Edge

July 31, 2025

July 31, 2025

How Gaza Descended Into a Hunger Crisis, Explained

The US and Israel tried to replace the UN’s aid delivery network. A famine ensued, according to a UN-backed monitor.

French President Emmanuel Macron Moves to Recognize Palestine Builds on Outrage Over Aid

June 24, 2025

June 24, 2025

Satellite Imagery Shows Damage to Three Iranian Nuclear Facilities From US Strikes

Satellite Imagery Shows Damage to Three Iranian Nuclear Facilities From US Strikes

June 22, 2025

June 22, 2025

Satellite Images Question Trump’s Claim Iran’s Atomic Sites Destroyed

The task of ensuring Iran doesn’t build a weapon might just have got tougher.

Satellite Images Question Trump’s Claim Iran’s Atomic Sites Destroyed

March 5, 2025

March 5, 2025

Satellite Imagery Shows Gaza's Destruction, and Resilience, With War Unresolved

With 40% of structures still intact, Gazans have repopulated major cities with tents and tarpaulins.

Satellite Imagery Shows Gaza's Destruction, and Resilience, With War Unresolved

February 27, 2025

February 27, 2025

Private Hospitals Are Helping the NHS Cut Wait Times — With Trade Offs

NHS Privatization Waitlists

January 30, 2025

January 30, 2025

Israel Bans UN Agency After Years of Tensions Over Gaza

Blocking UNRWA leaves Gaza’s aid workers scrambling to keep services running

United Nations Relief And Works Agency Aid Distribution Center in Central Gaza

December 24, 2024

December 24, 2024

2024: The Year in Graphics

The Year in Graphics

2024 Year in Graphics

November 15, 2024

November 15, 2024

Trump’s Vow to ‘Stop Wars’ Is Easier Said Than Done

An analysis of over 500 conflicts shows they rarely end easily.

Trump’s Vow to ‘Stop Wars’ Is Easier Said Than Done