The Pentagon has announced the deployment of additional defense forces in the Middle East to protect U. S. troops and support Israel. This decision is a response to threats from Iran and its allies after Hamas attacks.
The United States plans to send additional combat aircraft to the Middle East in response to Iran's threats to attack Israel. This is a reaction to possible revenge for the death of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.
“Hezbollah resumed rocket and artillery attacks on Israel after the assassination of its commander in Beirut. The Lebanese in the areas controlled by Hezbollah are preparing for a possible escalation of the conflict.
European gas prices rose by 2. 2% due to escalation in the Middle East and fears of supply disruptions. Traders are concerned about stockpiling for the winter, despite well-filled storage facilities.
U. S. President Joe Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Biden reaffirmed his commitment to Israel's security against Iranian threats and discussed efforts to support the country's defense.
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US President Joe Biden will meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. They will discuss the situation in the Middle East after the assassination of the Hamas leader in Iran and efforts to prevent an escalation of the conflict.
Ismail Khaniyeh was killed by a device that was secretly planted in a Tehran boarding house several months ago. The bomb was detonated remotely while Haniyeh was in his room.
US Secretary of State Blinken asked Qatar to convey a message to Iran and Hezbollah, urging them not to escalate the situation after the assassination of Hamas leaders. Qatar agreed to mediate in this matter.
European and American diplomats are holding urgent talks in the Middle East after the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Ghani. The goal is to prevent further escalation and a new full-scale war in the region.
The Israeli Defense Forces announced the elimination of Mohammed Deif, commander of Hamas's military wing in Gaza. The strike was carried out on July 13, 2024, in the Khan Younis area, and other militants were also killed.
The cost of gold reached a two-week high of about $2450 per ounce. The growth was due to expectations of a rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve and the publication of the Labor Market Report by the Ministry of Labor.
Members of the UN Security Council condemned the assassination of Ismail Khania in Iran and called for diplomatic efforts. Iran blamed the United States and Israel, threatening to retaliate, and Palestine called for an end to the escalation in the Middle East.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has ordered an attack on Israel in response to the assassination of Hamas leader in Tehran. The strike could be on military targets near Tel Aviv and Haifa.
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in Iran, prompting threats of Israeli retaliation. The assassination heightened concerns about the expansion of the Gaza conflict to the Middle East.
Brent and WTI crude oil futures rose by $2 after the assassination of the Hamas leader in Iran. The rise in prices came despite concerns about weak demand in China and expectations about OPEC+ decisions.
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has declared his readiness to defend Israel in the event of an Iranian attack. At the same time, the United States seeks to reduce tensions in the Middle East and solve problems through diplomacy.
U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken said the U.S. was not involved in the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. He emphasized the importance of a ceasefire and the release of hostages in Gaza.
The US carried out an air strike on the base of the Iraqi Popular Mobilization Forces south of Baghdad. As a result, 4 members of the group were killed and 4 others were wounded. This is the first known US strike in Iraq since February.
The Speaker of the Georgian Parliament, Shalva Papuashvili, said that Iran is not an accomplice in Russia's war against Ukraine.
Massoud Peseshkian became the new president of Iran, taking the oath of office amid chants of 'Death to America and Israel'. He promised to improve international relations and ease domestic restrictions, but continued his anti-American rhetoric.
The White House reaffirmed its commitment to Israel's security after a strike on Beirut killed a Hezbollah commander. The United States emphasized Israel's right to defend itself, but continues to work on a diplomatic solution to the conflict.
Foreign Affairs warns that the resumption of US nuclear testing could lead to a new arms race. Russia and China may follow suit, which would make the US nuclear adversaries more capable.
Irakli Kobakhidze will take part in the inauguration of Iranian President Massoud Peseshkian. Peseshkian, a 70-year-old cardiac surgeon, won early elections after the death of the previous president in a plane crash.
Russia is engaging unwitting Americans and commercial firms to spread disinformation about the US election. US intelligence warns of the threat of foreign propaganda on social media and the Internet.
Israel is planning a tough response to a rocket attack from Lebanon that killed 12 children in the Golan Heights. Diplomats are trying to prevent an escalation between Israel and Hezbollah.
In a conversation with his Iranian counterpart, French President Macron warned against further support for Russia's war in Ukraine. He also called on Iran to stop escalating its nuclear program and release the French hostages.
Michal Koudelka, the head of the Czech Security Service, spoke about the precarious security situation in the world. He named Russia, China, and Iran as the main threats to Europe, as well as terrorism, extremism, and cyberattacks.
Israeli Foreign Ministry spokesman warns Lebanon of the threat of a “devastating war” after a Hezbollah rocket attack on the Golan Heights. Israel promises to respond to the killing of 11 people, including children.
The coordinator of the US National Security Council said that Iran was financing some of the protests in the country. He emphasized that most of the actions are peaceful and reflect the real concerns of citizens.