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Washington Presses Israel to Halt Strikes on Iran’s Energy Network

  Smoke rises in Sharjah, following reports of Iranian attacks after United States and Israel strikes on Iran, in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, March 1, 2026. The United States has urged Israel to stop its ongoing attacks on Iran’s energy infrastructure, according to multiple reports citing senior U.S. and Israeli officials. Key Developments U.S. officials delivered the request at high political levels and directly to IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir.  The Trump administration outlined several strategic concerns: A desire to maintain the possibility of future cooperation with Iran’s oil sector after the conflict. Fears that continued strikes could harm Iranian civilians.  Warnings that Iran might retaliate with large-scale attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure, a scenario described as a potential “doomsday option.”  Context The request marks a rare moment in which Washington is attempting to restrain Israeli military actions, despite the two nations having ...

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Elon Musk's Ultimatum to Federal Workers: A New Era of Accountability

 

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the federal workforce, Elon Musk has issued an ultimatum to all federal employees, demanding that they provide a detailed account of their accomplishments over the past week within 48 hours. This directive, announced via Musk's social media platform, X, has sparked confusion and concern across various government agencies.

Musk, who serves as President Donald Trump's cost-cutting chief, emphasized that failure to comply with this request would be interpreted as a resignation. The email sent to federal employees instructed them to list approximately five bullet points of their weekly achievements and to cc their managers.

The directive has been met with mixed reactions. Some agencies have advised their employees not to respond, while labor union leaders have condemned the move as an example of the administration's disregard for federal workers and the essential services they provide. The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) has threatened legal action, arguing that the order is both cruel and disrespectful.

As the deadline approaches, the federal workforce remains in a state of uncertainty, with many employees questioning the authenticity and implications of Musk's directive.


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