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Why the Middle East agrees with President Trump more than America realizes

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April 22, 2026

Americans are debating whether this war was worth it. Thirteen soldiers have come home in caskets. Hundreds more carry wounds. No one takes that lightly. Least of all someone like me — who chose this country and wears its flag by choice, not by birth.

I was born on the Iranian border and raised in the shadow of its wars. I have seen firsthand what these policies do to the people of this region. I still travel across the Middle East — I was in Erbil, Riyadh and Dubai just recently. I know what people say when the cameras are off. It is not anger at America. It is relief.

But here is what the critics are missing. For millions of people across the Middle East, this war did not start on February 28. It started decades ago. What changed is that a president decided to stop managing the problem and start confronting it. The people of the region noticed. I promise you — they noticed.

What most Americans never hear is what those people actually want. Not war. Not jihad. Not martyrdom. Across the Gulf, Iraq, Syria, Lebanon and Jordan, 140 million people are under the age of 30. They want what any young American wants: a job, a stable country and a future that is not hostage to someone else’s ideology. New leaders in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kurdistan and Syria are building toward exactly that. When I sit with young professionals in Erbil or Riyadh or Dubai, they talk about startups. They talk about AI. They talk about opportunity.

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And this is not theory. Look at what happens when stability takes root. The UAE was empty desert 50 years ago. Today it is a global center of commerce where millions of people — including Americans — live, invest and build. The Kurdistan Region of Iraq, encircled by hostile forces, built one of the most open societies in the Middle East. It became the largest safe haven for persecuted Christians in the region. And despite a severe economic embargo by Iran-backed forces, Kurdistan built a stable, multi-billion-dollar economy that houses nearly all U.S. forces in Iraq. People move there because it works. These places are not exceptions. They are previews of what the entire region can become.

What stops it, every time, is the same force. Iran-backed armed groups in Lebanon, Iraq and Yemen — all taking orders from Tehran, all blocking the future the rest of the region is trying to build. For 45 years, one capital has exported instability to every corner of this region — not because Iranians want it, but because a small circle of men in power profit from it.

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The numbers tell the story. Since February 28, Iran has struck every country in the region that chose partnership with the West — and not one of them fired a shot at Iran. The UAE has absorbed more than 2,800 missiles and drones. Thirteen people were killed. Over 200 were wounded. Kurdistan has been hit more than 700 times. Fourteen dead — including a husband and wife killed at midnight, two daughters left behind. Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar — all struck. None of them threatened Iran. Their only offense is that they chose a different future.

These forces have not only been destroying the Middle East. They have been killing Americans for decades.

Every president before this one chose to look away. They minimized the threat. They told Americans it was under control. They left it for the next generation. But ignoring the Middle East always comes with a price. Obama pulled back from Iraq. ISIS filled the vacuum. His nuclear deal sent billions to Tehran and its proxy terror groups in Iraq, Lebanon, Syria and Yemen. Biden called it strategic patience. That patience gave us October 7. The problem never went away. It always got worse. This president made a different choice.

I grew up in this. I did not study it in a seminar. I know what a missile sounds like when it hits a neighborhood school. I know what families look like when they pack a car at 3 in the morning and drive toward the one city that is still standing. The fear across this region is not that America acted. It is that the world will lose interest before anything changes.

The Middle East is not a burden. It is a region of extraordinary talent, ambition and wealth held back by a violent few who have never been weaker than they are right now.

The people of this region have been asking the world to listen for decades. Perhaps now, it will.

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Dave Mason, co-founder of legendary British rock band Traffic, dead at 79

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April 22, 2026

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Dave Mason, co-founder of the British rock band Traffic, has died. He was 79.

“It is with deep and profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Dave Mason,” a statement on the musician’s official Instagram read. “On Sunday, April 19, after cooking an amazing dinner with his beloved wife Winifred, he sat down to take a nap with sweet Star (the maltese) at his feet.”

“He passed away peacefully, in his favorite chair, surrounded by the beautiful Carson Valley that he loved so much. A storybook ending. On his own terms. Which is how he lived his life right up until the end. He leaves a lasting imprint on the soundtrack of our lives and the hearts he has lifted. His legacy will be cherished forever.”

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In a statement to Deadline, the rock legend’s representative said, “On behalf of his family, it is with deep and profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Dave Mason.”

“On Sunday, April 19, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, celebrated songwriter, musician, singer, and author, passed away peacefully at his home in Gardnerville, NV.”

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“Dave Mason lived a remarkable life devoted to the music and the people he loved,” the spokesperson added.

The cause of his death is unknown.

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Fans quickly flocked to social media to share their condolences.

“I am so sad to hear about his passing. He was a GOAT – amazing song writer, guitarist and performer. He will be sorely missed. My sincere condolences to Winifred. May his memory be a blessing,” one user wrote on Instagram.

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“From a long, long time fan, roadie, and believer in his messages… thank you, Mr. Dave Mason for sharing your talents, gifts, and soul energies with us all. Rest in purity,” another added.

In 2024, Mason canceled his “Traffic Jam Tour” due to “a serious heart condition,” according to Deadline. A year later, the guitarist announced his retirement, citing “ongoing health challenges.”

Mason is survived by his wife, Winifred Wilson, and daughter Danielle, as well as several nieces and nephews.

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With Clarity Mother’s Day sale: Save up to 30% on lab-grown diamond gifts

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April 22, 2026

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Jewelry gifts can get expensive, but during With Clarity’s Mother’s Day sale, you save up to 30% on select lab-grown diamond styles, from classic studs and gold hoops to dainty bracelets and cross necklaces. Shop now before the sale ends May 10.

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Diamond stud earrings are a jewelry box staple. This pair features two 2-carat round lab-grown diamonds set in platinum or white, rose or yellow gold. Currently 30% off, this is the highest discount you’ll find on this list.

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This solitaire necklace adds sparkle with a round-cut lab-grown diamond and layers easily with other pieces. Choose from yellow, rose or white gold, with diamond sizes ranging from a half carat to two carats to suit her style.

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Give a gift that feels personal with these birthstone and diamond studs. A round-cut lab-grown diamond sits above a floating emerald, ruby or sapphire for a tasteful pop of color.

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Everyone needs a pair of gold hoops, and diamonds make them even better. These hoops feature 48 diamonds set in white, yellow or rose gold. They’re a timeless choice for special occasions or everyday wear.

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This duet necklace pairs emerald-cut and round-cut lab-grown diamonds for a look that stands out. The 18-inch chain comes in sterling silver or white, yellow or rose gold and closes with a secure clasp.

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Sparkle from every angle with this necklace. Five lab-grown diamonds line a white, yellow or rose gold chain, adding just enough elegance for dressier outfits without feeling overdone for everyday wear.

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A petite lab-grown diamond bracelet delivers a tennis bracelet feel without the bulk. A tight row of lab-grown diamonds lines half the chain for a simple, refined look she can wear on repeat. Snag it for $150 off during the sale.

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This drop necklace combines three diamonds for a polished, eye-catching statement. Customize the chain and stones — choose white, yellow or rose gold, or swap in emeralds, rubies or sapphires.

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These lab-grown diamond-encrusted earrings hug the outer ear, leaving room on the earlobes for studs or hoops. The vine-inspired design adds a touch of sparkle without weighing her down.

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This lab-grown pendant elevates a classic cross necklace with small round diamonds and a standout princess-cut center stone. It’s a meaningful gift she can wear daily.

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Another great stacking option, these huggies blend the look of hoops and studs into one versatile style. Each showcases a diamond totaling a half carat set at the center, creating a noticeable shine as the earring wraps the lobe.

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A symbol of lasting love, this dainty circle pendant makes a meaningful Mother’s Day gift. It features 25 lab-grown diamonds totaling a quarter carat, set in white, yellow or rose gold on an 18-inch sterling silver chain.

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Sheriff leading Nancy Guthrie probe admits quitting past police job to dodge discipline

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April 22, 2026

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The lawyer for Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos, who is helming the months-long search for missing Nancy Guthrie, has responded to a list of concerns from local leaders about the top cop’s leadership.

Nanos acknowledged through his attorney that he resigned from the El Paso Police Department in 1982 to avoid a three-day suspension for insubordination, while defending apparent inconsistencies in his sworn deposition testimony about his disciplinary history.

On April 7, the Pima County Board of Supervisors demanded the sheriff answer questions after allegations of perjury emerged following his deposition in a First Amendment lawsuit brought against him by the president of the Pima County Deputies Association, Sgt. Aaron Cross.

Nanos stated under oath that he had never been suspended as a result of disciplinary action while working as a law enforcement officer.

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According to an April 21 letter from his lawyer, James Cool, he misunderstood the question.

Nanos has never been suspended from the Pima County Sheriff’s Department in a career that began in 1984. Cool acknowledged that he was suspended repeatedly in his prior role at the El Paso Police Department in Texas, a job he resigned from in 1982 to avoid further disciplinary action.

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“It is 100% correct that Sheriff Nanos was never suspended during his four decades of decorated and faithful service with the Pima County Sheriff’s Department (‘PCSD’),” Cool wrote in a 12-page letter to the board. “However, Sheriff Nanos was suspended more than forty years ago while employed by El Paso Police Department. In the context of his live deposition, Sheriff Nanos did not understand the question related to discipline with a different agency not governed by the Arizona Peace Officer’s Bill of Rights.”

Nanos’ lawyers accused Cross and former PCSD Lt. Heather Lappin, Nanos’ most recent election challenger, of “sustained findings of misconduct.”

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“Chock full of lies,” Cross said of Cool’s letter. “But did you notice it wasn’t a sworn statement, as required?”

The board voted on April 7 to have Nanos answer questions “under oath.”

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County board members have questioned whether Nanos used his position to interfere with the election and wrongfully targeted Lappin for investigation during the campaign.

Attached to the letter, Cool included a copy of a March 11 note from the Justice Department informing County Administrator Jan Lesher that the former U.S. Attorney for Arizona under the Biden administration found “no federal predicate” for a criminal investigation into the election allegations.

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“We have no further response to provide beyond what was already communicated in December 2024,” current U.S. Attorney for the District of Arizona Timothy Courchaine wrote.

Cool defended Nanos’ handling of the sheriff’s department budget, argued that the sheriff should not have to answer all of the board’s questions in a public setting, and downplayed concerns of retaliation against Cross and Lappin. Both of them have pending lawsuits.

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Cool also included a copy of Nanos’ 1984 resume, in which lists his hobbies as “boxing, fishing, pool, crosswords and physical exercise.”

After leaving the El Paso Police Department, Nanos worked briefly in sales and then as a security guard before joining the PCSD in 1984 as a corrections officer.

Guthrie is believed to have been abducted from her home in the Catalina Foothills, north of Tucson, Arizona, in the early hours of Feb. 1. A masked intruder appears on doorbell camera video. Her back door was found propped open the following morning. Her whereabouts remain unknown.

She is the mother of “Today” co-host Savannah Guthrie, who has put $1 million toward the combined reward for finding her.