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Russia's Massive Missile and Drone Barrage on Ukraine, Targeting Kyiv
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Russia's Massive Missile and Drone Barrage on Ukraine, Targeting Kyiv

Russia launched an extensive missile and drone attack across Ukraine, with a significant focus on the Kyiv region, resulting in at least one fatality and widespread power outages. The assault involved nearly 500 drones and missiles, prompting Poland to scramble fighter jets.

Pentagon Prepares for Week-Long Ground Operations in Iran; Trump's Approval Unclear
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Pentagon Prepares for Week-Long Ground Operations in Iran; Trump's Approval Unclear

The Pentagon is reportedly preparing for week-long ground operations in Iran, with US President Trump yet to fully approve the high-risk plans, as the USS Tripoli arrives in the Middle East with additional Marines, fueling speculation about a potential influx of 17,000 US troops for the ongoing Iran War, with plans for special forces being advanced.

PASOK Faces Internal Divisions Ahead of Congress
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PASOK Faces Internal Divisions Ahead of Congress

Greece's PASOK party is experiencing internal conflicts and open fronts in the lead-up to its Congress, with former MP Konstantinopoulos leading delegates in Tripoli despite his deletion from the party.

Air freight rates soar as Middle East conflict blocks trade routes
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Air freight rates soar as Middle East conflict blocks trade routes

Air cargo prices are skyrocketing due to disruptions in key shipping lanes caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This has forced many carriers to reroute their vessels, leading to longer transit times and increased operational costs, which are then passed on to consumers.

Trump Willing to End Iran War Without Reopening Hormuz
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Trump Willing to End Iran War Without Reopening Hormuz

President Trump has reportedly told aides he is willing to end the ongoing war in Iran even without reopening the Strait of Hormuz, as attacks continue across the region.

US Offers Reward for Info on Iran's New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Amid Speculation on His Future
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US Offers Reward for Info on Iran's New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Amid Speculation on His Future

The United States is offering a reward of up to $10 million for information on high-ranking Iranian officials, including the new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. This comes as crypto prediction markets speculate on whether Mojtaba Khamenei will be removed from his position before 2026.

Indian Worker Killed in Iranian Attack on Kuwaiti Power and Desalination Plant
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Indian Worker Killed in Iranian Attack on Kuwaiti Power and Desalination Plant

An Iranian aggression against Kuwait targeted a power and water desalination plant, resulting in the death of an Indian worker and significant material damage. Kuwaiti authorities confirmed the attack, with reports of Tehran also targeting other infrastructure.

US Deploys 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit and Vessels to Middle East
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US Deploys 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit and Vessels to Middle East

The USS Tripoli, carrying 2,000 Marines, is set to enter the Arabian Sea, providing the US with an opportunity to deploy troops to secure the Strait of Hormuz. Additionally, at least three US vessels, including the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, have departed San Diego en route to the Middle East for routine operations.

Middle East Energy Site Attacks Escalate, Macron Calls for Halt
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Middle East Energy Site Attacks Escalate, Macron Calls for Halt

Attacks on oil and gas facilities in the Middle East by both sides are escalating, threatening grave consequences for the global economy, prompting French President Emmanuel Macron to call for a moratorium on such attacks.

US military’s Iran war pivot forces Asia-Pacific security rethink
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US military’s Iran war pivot forces Asia-Pacific security rethink

The redeployment of US military assets from the Asia-Pacific to the Middle East has split security analysts, with some arguing that any strategic damage is largely “psychological” while others warn of a real and measurable gap opening in the region’s defences. More than 2,000 marines and at least one amphibious assault ship have begun moving from Japan towards the Gulf as the US-Israeli war on Iran grinds on. The assault ship USS Tripoli, docked at Sasebo in Nagasaki prefecture, is expected t...

Indonesia Postpones D-8 Summit Amid Middle East Conflict
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Indonesia Postpones D-8 Summit Amid Middle East Conflict

Indonesia has decided to postpone the D-8 Summit, a meeting of eight developing Muslim countries, citing the ongoing conflict in the Middle East as the reason.