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March 20, 12:40 PM • 41463 viewsMarch 20, 05:17 PM • 14949 viewsMarch 20, 03:18 PM • 19184 viewsMarch 20, 01:32 PM • 20950 viewsIsrael rejects the European Union's accusations of human rights and humanitarian aid violations in Gaza, stating that it is waging a just fight. The Israeli government criticized the EU report, which "does not take into account the context" and "strategic reality" of the fight against terrorism.
B-2 bomber pilots returned to the US after a massive strike on Iranian nuclear facilities. Operation "Midnight Hammer" became the largest in US history for this type of aircraft, involving over 125 US aircraft and 75 high-precision missiles.
An American military base in Hasakah province, Syria, came under mortar fire. After the attack, security measures at the facility, which is not the first time it has been targeted by pro-Iranian groups, were strengthened.
An Azerbaijani citizen with a Polish passport was arrested in Greece for espionage near a naval base. 5,000 files with photos of ships entering and leaving the base were found on his devices, and a possible connection to other arrests is being investigated.
Iran said US attack on nuclear facilities expanded targets for its armed forces. Tehran threatens retaliation after Trump joined Israel's military campaign.
Europe finds itself critically dependent on American tech giants such as Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, which control over two-thirds of the regional cloud computing market. This raises fears that the US administration could leverage its technological advantage, and even, at some point, disconnect Europe from vital cloud services that underpin its digital existence.
Iran launched a missile attack on Israel, eight missiles were fired in four volleys. One of the missiles hit near a strategic energy facility, causing power outages in the southern regions.
Donald Trump plans to meet with leaders of Indo-Pacific countries during the NATO summit in the Netherlands to expand security cooperation. The meeting will discuss coordination of actions and defense spending, which NATO plans to increase to 3.5% of GDP, and with additional indicators to 5%.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that Putin is deliberately attacking Ukraine to demonstrate US weakness. He emphasized the need for strengthening sanctions against Russia and providing Ukraine with additional air defense systems.
The Oklahoma City Thunder basketball team won the 2025 NBA championship for the first time in history after defeating the Indiana Pacers 103-91. This victory was a landmark achievement for the franchise and its star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
Iran sent Donald Trump a warning about the activation of "sleeper terrorist cells" in the US in case of an attack. The message was delivered through an intermediary at the G7 summit.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called on China to convince Iran not to close the Strait of Hormuz, an important shipping route. This move could have serious economic consequences and lead to rising oil prices.
Tesla launched limited testing of its Robotaxi service on June 22 in Texas, allowing rides only to invited individuals accompanied by "safety monitors. " The service uses adapted Model Y vehicles and operates in a restricted area, while the full-fledged Cybercab model is not expected until 2026 at the earliest.
Satellite imagery indicates serious damage to the Fordow nuclear facility after a US attack. Experts cannot confirm the extent of the damage due to the deep location of the facility, but suspect that Iran removed enriched uranium before the strike.
The Center for Counteracting Disinformation refuted information about the detention of Ukrainian agents in Iran, calling it false. These reports are being spread by Russian media against the backdrop of negotiations between Iran and the Russian Federation to discredit Ukraine.
On June 22, 176 people, including 133 Ukrainians, were evacuated from Israel due to the worsening security situation. The operation was carried out by the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine on behalf of President Zelenskyy; the plane with passengers landed in Moldova.
US President Donald Trump said that Iran's nuclear program was "completely and utterly destroyed" by American bombs, but senior US officials admitted they don't know the fate of Iran's uranium stockpile. The Iranians removed "bomb-grade" uranium from the facility, and satellite photos confirm serious damage to the uranium enrichment plant in Fordow.
Oil prices surged after US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, fueling fears of fuel supply disruptions. Experts predict further price increases if the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane, is closed.
The US Department of State has urged American citizens to exercise increased caution abroad due to the escalation in the Middle East. This warning is prompted by the conflict between Israel and Iran, as well as possible demonstrations against US interests.
Donald Trump does not rule out a change of power in Iran if the current regime fails to "MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN". The US attack on Iranian nuclear facilities is over, Trump said, making Israel safer.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned Iran's support for Russia, which led to destruction in Ukraine, and emphasized the unacceptability of nuclear proliferation. He also noted that diplomacy should work everywhere, and all countries should feel the power of international solidarity.
Spain has agreed with NATO to be exempt from the requirement to spend 5% of GDP on defense, which Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called "disproportionate and unnecessary. " The country claims it can fulfill its obligations by spending 2.1% of GDP and had the lowest share of defense spending in the Alliance last year - 1.28% of GDP.
The IDF declared US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities a "turning point" in the war against Iran, noting joint diplomatic and military efforts with American partners. Operation "Lion's Den" continues, and Israel continues to retrieve hostages.
The United States of America announced the urgent evacuation of non-critical staff and family members of diplomats from Lebanon. This comes amid regional developments and rising tensions following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.
NATO commanders state the need to rethink naval defense due to growing threats from new technologies. Warships face a wide range of threats, including missiles and drones, which are actively developing in conflict zones.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that if Iran tries to create nuclear weapons, it will lead to the end of its regime. Washington does not object to Iran's use of nuclear energy but is strongly opposed to its development of nuclear weapons.
The price of Bitcoin fell below $100,000, and Ethereum and XRP also declined amid Iranian threats to close the Strait of Hormuz. The total volume of cryptocurrency settlements reached $876 million per day.
Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz could provoke an increase in oil prices to $100-120 per barrel, which would harm global stock and currency markets but strengthen Russia's position. Experts point to the differing impact this would have on the global economy.
Persian Gulf countries are increasing security measures following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Bahrain and Kuwait are taking extraordinary measures, while other regional states are calling for de-escalation and diplomatic resolution of the conflict.
Iran's parliament has recommended closing the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world's oil passes. The decision must now be made by Iran's Supreme National Security Council. This affects about 20% of global oil and gas demand.
