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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described Great Britain as the "Islamic Republic of Britain" and the "first Islamic state with nuclear weapons. " The comments came in the context of support for Israel in the West.
U. S. Vice President J.D. Vance said that the main priority is lowering fuel prices, not Iran's nuclear program. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent added that new economic measures against Tehran are inevitable.
Israel warned the US about possible Iranian attempts to assassinate Trump, but US intelligence did not confirm the threats. The warnings concerned attacks during Air Force One flights and public events.
Jared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law, plans to visit Israel next week to discuss the U. S. plan for Gaza. He will meet with Netanyahu despite Israel's skepticism.
Basij commander Taeb said that the strait is under Iran's control, refuting U. S. claims. Iran's PGSA agency confirmed the blockade until Tehran's conditions are met.
Modern weapons manufacturers are working increasingly closely with the military, receiving feedback from the front and rapidly modernizing weapons. An expert explained why private defense companies are becoming technological partners of the army.
CIA analysts did not consider Israel's intelligence about a threat to assassinate Trump convincing, prompting a secret departure from Turkey. The White House confirmed that measures had been taken to ensure the president's safety.
The U. S. military plans to fully leave Iraq by September 30, ending a presence that began with the 2003 invasion. The Iraqi prime minister called this date fixed, and the withdrawal from Erbil is already underway.
A group of 32 countries, including 29 European states, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, condemned Iran for sentencing participants in the protests to death. Since the beginning of the year, at least 56 people have been executed in Iran on charges related to national security.
During a large-scale special operation, the Security Service of Ukraine and the National Police shut down 94 fraudulent call centers and 1,794 operator workstations. Equipment, vehicles, money, and gold were seized, and 26 individuals were notified of suspicion.
According to the EIA, disruptions in oil supplies caused by the war involving Iran and restrictions on operations in the Strait of Hormuz could continue until early 2027. This will lead to higher fuel prices and inflation worldwide.
The United States reached a secret agreement with Syria and Israel to remove nuclear materials from the "Area 99" facility. The IAEA is to remove the materials by the end of 2026.
Finland did not refuse to transfer Patriot missiles to Ukraine, as it does not have them in service. The country is participating in the procurement of American weapons for Ukraine, but does not have any interceptors of its own.
Oil prices rose after Iran's attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran plans to restrict the passage of American vessels through the strategic waterway.
The Board of Peace, created by Trump, has signed a contract with the American company Arkel International to build a base for the Moroccan contingent. The facility is designed to accommodate 150 military personnel and will be located near the border with Israel.
Iran seeks to ban American and Israeli vessels from passing through the Strait of Hormuz as part of an agreement with Oman. The agreement provides for Iran to control vessels entering and joint control over vessels leaving.
Iran said it had reached an agreement with Oman on shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement does not guarantee safety, and restoration depends on conditions, including the lifting of the U.S. blockade.
After several days without large-scale bombardments, around 820,000 people returned to Lebanon. Israel launched new strikes on Hezbollah facilities, accusing it of violating the ceasefire.
The Israeli prime minister said the army will not leave its positions in Gaza until Hamas fully disarms. He rejected the Trump administration's proposal for a simultaneous troop withdrawal.
Israel's Prime Minister expressed disagreement with the Trump administration's plan for a deal on disarming Hamas. He emphasized that disarmament must be a priority, and troops will remain for protection.
The final round of negotiations between Israel and Lebanon, mediated by the United States, has started in Rome and will last until Thursday. The parties are discussing the implementation of the Tripartite Agreement, the disarmament of Hezbollah, and the redeployment of Israeli forces.
Millions of Shiite Muslims took part in the annual Arbaeen pilgrimage in Karbala, Iraq, amid regional tensions and fears of an escalation of the war between the US and Iran. The arrival of pilgrims continues, making it one of the largest religious gatherings in the world.
US President Donald Trump said that Washington could launch large-scale strikes on Iran at any time. Allies, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar, asked to cancel the attack.
After the conflict in the White House in February 2025, relations between the presidents warmed. Ukraine provided expert assistance to the US and Persian Gulf countries in combating Iranian drones.
US President Donald Trump decided to refrain from a new strike on Iran, agreeing to the request of Tehran and other Middle Eastern countries. The terms of the agreement are the cessation of the nuclear threat and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran's Foreign Minister stated a decisive response to possible US aggression. Iran threatens strikes on oil fields in Saudi Arabia and the UAE in case of attacks on its energy infrastructure.
General Alexus Grinkevich stated that without an additional destroyer, he would choose to defend the US instead of Israel. The intensity of the Iranian operation has depleted the US stocks of key defensive weapons.
The US and Israel are planning a new campaign of strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure, which could be one of the harshest. The strikes could be carried out as early as this weekend, but a decision by US President Trump has not yet been made.
The Prime Minister of Israel vetoed the transfer of systems that the US planned to protect Ukrainian civilians. The veto was justified by the terms of the joint production agreement.
António Guterres welcomed the agreement on the disarmament of Hamas and the withdrawal of Israeli troops from the Gaza Strip. He called on the parties to adhere to the roadmap to end the war.