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Chris Wright stated the focus is on destroying Iran's military potential. The US will not ease sanctions against Russia and will abandon its uranium.
Bern temporarily suspended the diplomatic mission in Tehran due to the war in the Middle East. Switzerland will continue to represent US interests remotely.
In Florida, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Kirill Dmitriev's Russian delegation. The parties discussed a number of issues and agreed to maintain contact.
The White House spent $5. 6 billion on ammunition during the operation against Iran. Democrats are demanding accountability due to the rapid depletion of army stockpiles.
Ukraine has not received official details of Trump's negotiations with Putin from the US. Zelenskyy confirmed his readiness to discuss a ceasefire.
Defense Minister Peter Heggset announced a record number of airstrikes against Iran. The US plans to complete the military operation on its own schedule.
According to the expert, the situation could open up new opportunities for cooperation between Ukraine and the US in strategic areas, particularly in energy and security.
Trump announced the agreement on the final steps of the operation with Israel. The active phase of hostilities is planned to be completed within four to six weeks.
The Trump administration plans to ease sanctions and expand air travel with Cuba. The agreement provides for business preferences and simplified visa rules.
Trump's envoys will hold talks due to US dissatisfaction with the intensity of attacks on oil facilities. Washington fears the Iranians rallying around the regime.
Israeli aircraft struck three oil depots in Tehran, causing an environmental disaster. Minister Eli Cohen warned of new attacks on infrastructure.
The Polish Prime Minister stated that Russia benefits from the war in the Middle East. According to him, the Kremlin profits from chaos and rising oil prices.
Minister Ryosei Akazawa urged Washington not to raise tariffs on Japanese goods. Tokyo promises investments of $550 billion and energy cooperation.
The US Department of Justice has filed forfeiture complaints seeking to seize $15 million linked to an illicit Iranian oil distribution network led by Hossein Shamkhani. The network circumvented US sanctions by selling energy resources, primarily to China.
Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc met with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, resuming negotiations after a freeze since last October. The review of CUSMA and the abolition of tariffs on steel, aluminum, cars, and timber are being discussed.
Russia is providing Iran with intelligence on the location of American military facilities for strikes in the Middle East. This assistance indicates the involvement of one of America's main nuclear rivals in the war.
Donald Trump announced his intention to eliminate Iran's leadership, replacing it with a loyal leader. He already has candidates he protects and promises a rapid transformation without a ground operation.
Trump's advisers have developed a plan to counter rising energy prices due to the war with Iran. It includes state insurance guarantees for tankers and naval escort.
The European Union will appeal to international partners for additional funding for Ukraine to cover a €30 billion deficit. Hungary is blocking a €90 billion EU aid package due to a dispute over oil supplies.
A massive blackout occurred in Cuba due to the failure of the largest thermal power plant, leaving Havana and most of the country without electricity. Restoration could take up to 72 hours due to an outdated grid and a shortage of spare parts.
Analysts claim that Putin can only offer verbal support to Iran after Ali Khamenei's death. Russia will not provide military assistance to Tehran, as the partnership agreement does not provide for mutual defense.
A fire broke out in the port of Fujairah in the UAE after a drone attack attempt, with debris falling on the facility. In Oman, the port of Duqm was again targeted by drones, one of which hit a fuel tank.
The US does not plan an "Iraq scenario" in Iran, but the operation will not be limited to one-off strikes and may be accompanied by new losses. Four American servicemen were killed.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The situation on the front, Ukraine's need for air defense missiles, and the negotiation track for achieving peace were discussed.
The assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader has plunged the Islamic Republic into strategic uncertainty. This jeopardizes the political stability built after the 1979 revolution.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz supported the actions of the US and Israel against the Iranian leadership. He stated that the current Iranian regime is terrorist.
Iran's envoy to the UN announced imminent strikes on US military bases in response to aggression. The Islamic Republic is preparing a large-scale retaliation focused exclusively on American military infrastructure.
China's Ministry of National Defense called the United States "the biggest source of uncertainty for the international nuclear order. " Beijing called on Washington to take primary responsibility for nuclear disarmament.
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced Washington's intention to continue confronting Iran. He warned that any attempt to kill Americans would be met with irreversible retaliation.
Israel's Ambassador to Washington, Yehiel Leiter, announced that Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has died. This happened as a result of an Israeli strike on his residence.