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Biden is ready to cooperate with the Syrian opposition after the fall of the Assad regime
ISIS supporter suspected of spying at Christmas market detained in Germany
Media: US President-elect Trump may change his nominee for Pentagon chief
Fuel oil smuggling network provides Ірану 1 billion for Iran and its henchmen
Patriotism, Christianity, and weapons: what Trump's tattoos mean for the US Secretary of Defense
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US strikes Iranian targets in Syria and Yemen
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Iraq wants to allow adult men to marry 9-year-old girls
American marine volunteer of the Armed Forces of Ukraine was killed while trying to break through the russian border
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Iran is preparing a large-scale attack on Israel from Iraq before the US elections
Israel prepares revolutionary laser defense against missile attacks for $5 per shot
Israel hits key missile production components in Iran - Axios
Syria claims Israeli strikes on Damascus and military base near Homs: says one soldier killed and 7 wounded
Turkey strikes at Kurdish targets in Syria and Iraq after terrorist attack in Ankara
Oleh Hulyak is appointed Director General of Ukroboronprom
IDF prepares attacks on Hezbollah's economic targets in Lebanon
In anticipation of Israel's revenge: Iran announces suspension of indirect talks with the US
Dubai airline bans transportation of pagers after they explode in Lebanon
21-year-old girl kidnapped by ISIS 10 years ago released from Gaza
US military base fired upon by rockets in Iraq - Reuters
US announces end of military mission in Iraq
NATO is preparing a large-scale plan to evacuate wounded soldiers in case of war with Russia
Iran unveils another ballistic missile and a new version of the “Shahed”
Pentagon: Eight U.S. troops wounded in drone attack in Syria
Several US and coalition troops wounded in Syria attack - Reuters
Iraq arrests organizers of attack on airbase that injured US troops
Pentagon chief defends his rejection of plea deal with 9/11 defendants
Austin: U.S. boosts presence in the Middle East by deploying ships and aircraft
US passes message to Iran not to escalate at "critical moment" for Middle East
Biden is ready to cooperate with the Syrian opposition after the fall of the Assad regime
The US president expressed support for the transfer of power in Syria after the overthrow of the Assad regime. Washington plans to strengthen cooperation with regional allies and contribute to the development of a democratic Syria.
ISIS supporter suspected of spying at Christmas market detained in Germany
Augsburg police have arrested a 37-year-old asylum seeker from Iraq who was spying on a Christmas market. The man had connections with IS and published extremist materials on social networks.
Media: US President-elect Trump may change his nominee for Pentagon chief
Donald Trump is considering the candidacy of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to replace Pete Hagel as US Secretary of Defense. The reason for the possible replacement was allegations about Hagesse's personal life and doubts about his confirmation by the Senate.
Fuel oil smuggling network provides Ірану 1 billion for Iran and its henchmen
Up to 750,000 tons of contraband fuel oil pass through Iraq every month, bringing Iran and its allies about. 1 billion a year. The scheme intensified after Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani came to power in 2022.
Patriotism, Christianity, and weapons: what Trump's tattoos mean for the US Secretary of Defense
Pete Hegseth, a Fox News host and possible candidate for US Secretary of Defense, is covered with numerous tattoos. Most of them are dedicated to the Christian faith, American patriotism and military service.
US strikes Iranian targets in Syria and Yemen
The U. S. military attacked weapons depots and logistics centers of pro-Iranian groups in Syria and Yemen. The U.S. command declared its readiness to continue to protect its personnel and partners in the region.
Trump is planning appoints veteran Fox News host Pete Hagel as new US Secretary of Defense
Pete Hughes, a U. S. National Guard officer and Fox News host, has been appointed Secretary of Defense. He has military experience in Iraq and Afghanistan and has led veterans' organizations.
Iraq wants to allow adult men to marry 9-year-old girls
Iraqi authorities may pass an amendment lowering the age of consent to marriage from 18 to 9 for girls and 15 for boys. The bill would also deny women the right to divorce, inheritance and child custody.
American marine volunteer of the Armed Forces of Ukraine was killed while trying to break through the russian border
Corey Navrotsky, a 41-year-old retired U. S. Marine sergeant, was killed on October 27 on the border with the bryansk region. The veteran with 20 years of service joined the Ukrainian forces in September of this year.
Oil prices have risen sharply due to a possible Iranian attack on Israel
Brent and WTI crude oil rose by more than $1 due to reports that Iran is preparing to strike Israel from Iraq. Prices were also affected by expectations that OPEC+ would postpone production cuts.
Iran is preparing a large-scale attack on Israel from Iraq before the US elections
Iran plans to attack Israel from Iraq using drones and ballistic missiles. The attack could take place before the November 5 US presidential election with the participation of Iraqi pro-Iranian militias.
Israel prepares revolutionary laser defense against missile attacks for $5 per shot
Israel plans to commission a new Iron Beam laser system in 2025. The system will be able to destroy missiles and drones for $5 instead of the $60,000 spent on intercepting Iron Dome.
Israel hits key missile production components in Iran - Axios
The Israeli strike disabled 12 mixers for the production of solid ballistic missile fuel in Iran. S-300 air defense systems and a drone factory were also damaged.
Syria claims Israeli strikes on Damascus and military base near Homs: says one soldier killed and 7 wounded
Israeli strikes on Damascus and a military facility near Homs killed one Syrian soldier and wounded seven. The attacks targeted the Kafr Sousa neighborhood and a military facility, causing material damage.
Turkey strikes at Kurdish targets in Syria and Iraq after terrorist attack in Ankara
The Turkish Air Force attacked Kurdistan Workers' Party targets in Iraq and Syria after the terrorist attack in Ankara. 32 terrorist targets were destroyed, and the operation continues.
Oleh Hulyak is appointed Director General of Ukroboronprom
The Supervisory Board of Ukrainian Defense Industry JSC has appointed Oleh Hulyak as CEO. He has a military background and previously served as the Commander of the Logistics Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
IDF prepares attacks on Hezbollah's economic targets in Lebanon
Israel is planning to attack Hezbollah's financial centers in Lebanon, warning locals to stay away. Tensions at the border have been ongoing since October, resulting in numerous casualties and massive displacement.
In anticipation of Israel's revenge: Iran announces suspension of indirect talks with the US
Iran suspended indirect talks with the United States in Oman due to tensions with Israel. Iran's Foreign Minister said that the talks will not resume until the current crisis is overcome.
Dubai airline bans transportation of pagers after they explode in Lebanon
Emirates Airlines banned the transportation of pagers and walkie-talkies after a series of explosions in Lebanon. The airline also suspended flights to Lebanon, Iraq and Iran due to the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East.
21-year-old girl kidnapped by ISIS 10 years ago released from Gaza
A 21-year-old Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS in Iraq 10 years ago has been released from Gaza. The operation was conducted jointly by representatives of Israel, the United States and Iraq.
US military base fired upon by rockets in Iraq - Reuters
Two Katyusha missiles were fired at a US military base near Baghdad airport. The missiles were intercepted by air defense, and one fell nearby, damaging equipment, with no casualties.
US announces end of military mission in Iraq
The United States announced the end of the international military mission in Iraq within 12 months, but no later than September 2025. It is planned to switch to bilateral security partnerships to support Iraqi forces.
NATO is preparing a large-scale plan to evacuate wounded soldiers in case of war with Russia
NATO is considering the use of hospital trains to evacuate the wounded in a possible war with Russia. This is due to the potential impossibility of air evacuation due to Russian air defense and jet aircraft.
Iran unveils another ballistic missile and a new version of the “Shahed”
A new Jihad ballistic missile with a range of 1,000 km was shown at a military parade in Iran. A new Shahed-136B drone with a range of up to 4000 km was also presented.
Pentagon: Eight U.S. troops wounded in drone attack in Syria
Eight U. S. military personnel were injured in a drone attack on a base in Syria. Three have already recovered, while others are being treated for head injuries and smoke poisoning.
Several US and coalition troops wounded in Syria attack - Reuters
On Friday, a drone attack on US and coalition forces took place in Syria. Several servicemen were lightly injured and transferred to another location for assessment.
Iraq arrests organizers of attack on airbase that injured US troops
Iraqi security forces detain five people involved in a missile attack on the Ain al-Assad air base that injured U. S. troops.
Pentagon chief defends his rejection of plea deal with 9/11 defendants
Lloyd Austin has canceled the plea bargain for those accused of the September 11, 2001 attacks. He stated that the American public deserves military commissions and trials in this case.
Austin: U.S. boosts presence in the Middle East by deploying ships and aircraft
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has announced an increased military presence in the Middle East. Additional ships and aircraft will be sent to the region to strengthen defense capabilities and support Israel.
US passes message to Iran not to escalate at "critical moment" for Middle East
The United States is engaged in intensive diplomacy to reduce tensions after the assassination of the Hamas leader. Blinken calls on all sides to refrain from escalation and work toward a ceasefire in Gaza.