The Washington Post
CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited Moscow, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said. The purpose of the trip was contacts between the security services.
The Trump administration has cut its biosecurity team, but is now analyzing AI risks related to the creation of pathogens. Specialists are studying billions of antibody mutations to protect against pandemics and biological attacks.
Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain are outraged by the lack of a U. S. strategy toward Iran and Trump's inconsistency. Some states question the advisability of hosting U.S. military bases.
U. S. President Donald Trump secretly switched to a C-32A military aircraft while departing Turkey because of a credible threat of assassination by Iran. The old Air Force One was used as a decoy, and the journalists on board were unaware of the switch.
U. S. President Donald Trump secretly flew out of Ankara on a military C-32A, while Air Force One was used as a decoy. The reason was the threat of an assassination attempt by Iran following the resumption of strikes on that country.
Iran said it was close to reaching an agreement with Oman on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, but stressed that additional conditions, including compensation from the United States, are needed to resume traffic. Washington expects an agreement soon.
The Pentagon sent a letter to weapons manufacturers demanding that they submit plans to accelerate deliveries within 21 days. Patriot missile stocks have fallen from 2,200 to fewer than 827 due to the war against Iran.
A U. S. official said that temporary routes through the Strait of Hormuz would operate without permits, fees, or charges. However, as Tehran claims, the agreement will not lead to the automatic resumption of the waterway's operation.
U. S. President Donald Trump demanded an explanation from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at a meeting in Camp David regarding the acute shortage of ammunition, which threatens to limit military operations against Iran.
Russia produces and uses ballistic missiles faster than the world can produce modern interceptor missiles. This imbalance forces a review of approaches to building the global security system.
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 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.
Brazil denied visas to two senior State Department officials whom the Trump administration planned to send to the country ahead of the October 4 elections. The authorities regarded the planned visit as interference in the electoral process.
The US has deployed special forces units and over 150 medics to the Middle East. Fighters are deployed, bombers are on heightened alert due to a possible escalation with Iran.
The Trump administration is weighing an attack on a group linked to Al-Qaeda where Russian mercenaries are present. There are disagreements among officials, with Sebastian Gorka being an active advocate of force.
At least three US servicemen have died after the resumption of hostilities. The US is planning larger-scale retaliatory attacks but faces a shortage of resources.
Trump celebrates 80th birthday with a UFC tournament on the White House lawn. The event is timed to Flag Day and preparations for the 250th anniversary of US independence.
Due to the exhaustion of resources and drone strikes, Russia's offensive is slowing down. The Kremlin acknowledges that war goals are unattainable and that there is a threat of an economic crisis.
Due to the war, Russia has lost 3% of its military-age men, while Putin hides in a bunker. Every subsequent step by the Kremlin only worsens the situation at the front.
The Truth in the “Eyes of War. ” Supported by PUMB, a book by Kostiantyn and Vlada Liberov is being released: a collection of documentary photographs that speak honestly about the war.
White House lawyers are preparing staff for work with a Democrat-controlled Congress. Employees are being provided with guidance on oversight and reporting.
In Russia, the largest publishing house was searched and its director arrested for LGBT propaganda. Classic works now carry warning labels; even Pushkin is not immune to Russian repressions against perceived dissent.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright announced the creation of a corridor for vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. A complete clearing of the path from Iranian mines could take up to six months.
Donald Trump has not yet sent an official invitation to Putin for the summit in Miami. The US President believes that the presence of the Russian leader would be beneficial.
US embassy staff and Mexican officials died after their car fell into a ravine. Mexican authorities are investigating the legality of this operation.
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 GUR states that Russia plans to seize Donbas by September with the help of 20,000 reservists. Experts consider these forces insufficient for a large-scale breakthrough.
The Trump administration received permission to continue work until April 17 due to security concerns. The court is to determine the connection between the ballroom and underground vaults.
The Trump administration plans to discuss the return of at least six US citizens from Iranian captivity. Tehran may use the detainees as leverage.
China's Ministry of Defense denied accusations of supporting the Iranian military and transferring data. Beijing states its neutral position and efforts for peace.