It will take six months to clear the strait of mines. Pentagon officials announced these figures at a closed briefing for the U.S. House of Representatives.
A hydrogen sulfide leak occurred at the Catalyst Refiners plant in West Virginia. Two workers died, and over 30 people were hospitalized for examination.
The Speaker of the Iranian Parliament named the cessation of the naval blockade and "recognition of the rights of the people" as a condition for peace. The Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the demands are met.
The Russian Foreign Ministry announced an invitation to the summit in Miami on December 14-15. A final decision on participation will be made closer to the event date.
Four candidates for the UN leadership position have declared a deep crisis and a loss of trust in the organization. The new secretary must address the issue of the financial deficit.
The President warned of the danger of delaying aid to Ukraine and delaying the supply of air defense systems. The EU loan of 90 billion euros is critical for the country's survival.
Demand for Tesla electric vehicles has increased due to high gasoline prices in the US. The company plans to spend $25 billion on AI and a new Terafab chip factory.
Due to shelling and seizure of MSC Francesca and Epaminondas container ships by Iran, shipping through the strait has ceased. The US has imposed a naval blockade.
The American military has rerouted the vessels Deep Sea, Sevin, and Dorena near India and Malaysia. The blockade has already forced 29 tankers to change course in the region.
Brent and WTI prices rose after Iranian vessel attacks. US gasoline inventories fell by 4.6 million barrels, exceeding market analysts' expectations.
The price of gold remains at $4,725 per ounce due to threats to energy security. The US-Iran conflict provokes inflationary risks and volatility.
Due to delays in HIMARS deliveries, Estonia is considering purchasing Ukrainian long-range weapons. Ukrainian developments will allow striking targets at a distance of over 1000 km.
The US Army has deployed the Sky Map system in Saudi Arabia to protect against drones. Losses from attacks include E-3G aircraft, KC-135, and AN/TPY-2 radar.
The TV presenter called campaigning for Trump a moral mistake due to his statements about Iran. In response, the politician called Carlson a person with low intelligence.
US partners in Asia and the Persian Gulf need dollar liquidity. The UAE may receive separate support to stabilize financial markets.
Senators did not support the bill requiring congressional approval for strikes against Iran. Democrats plan to bring the initiative to a vote every week.
The President of Turkey discussed with the NATO Secretary General efforts to end the war through diplomatic means. Ankara is working to organize leaders' negotiations.
The President's Office discussed the transfer of Gripen aircraft and Ukraine's accession to the EU. The parties coordinated efforts to increase international pressure on Russia.
The US has officially informed Israel about the extension of the truce. The White House expects a coordinated position from Iran while the US aircraft carrier heads to the Gulf.
The White House denied rumors about deadlines for a ceasefire. The decision will depend on Trump, while the US continues economic pressure on Iran.
Ukraine is ready for any format of negotiations outside of Russia and Belarus. The President expects the resumption of trilateral meetings with the United States.
Ghalibaf demands the lifting of the naval blockade and an end to Israel's actions on all fronts. Trump plans to give Iran a limited time to submit proposals.
Iran has not yet confirmed its participation in the meeting in Pakistan due to distrust of the United States. Donald Trump has extended the truce with Tehran indefinitely.
The US Treasury Secretary extended the sanctions exemption for Russian oil for 30 days. The decision was made after an appeal from the poorest countries at IMF meetings.
US embassy staff and Mexican officials died after their car fell into a ravine. Mexican authorities are investigating the legality of this operation.
A Reuters/Ipsos poll showed that 52% of Americans do not support the harsh immigration policy. This threatens Republicans with the loss of a majority in both chambers.
The White House has developed a ranking of NATO members based on their level of support for the US and defense spending. Countries face troop redeployments and restrictions on arms sales.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps fired on three ships and detained the container ships MSC Francesca and Epaminondas. Oil prices rose amid the escalation.
The German Minister of Defense plans to increase the size of the army to 460,000 personnel. The main goal of the strategy is to counter threats from Russia.
Since the beginning of the year, Ukrainians have purchased 9,467 used cars from the USA with an average age of 7 years. The Ford Escape became the most popular model among gasoline cars.
