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Iran's nuclear timeline unchanged despite ongoing war, US intelligence finds

Two months into a United States military campaign against Iran, American intelligence assessments indicate that the time Tehran would need to build a nuclear weapon has not changed since last summer, when a joint US-Israeli strike pushed that estimate back to roughly nine months to one year. Three sources......

Iranian supertanker carrying $220 million in crude breaks through US naval blockade

An Iranian supertanker loaded with more than 1.9 million barrels of crude oil has successfully navigated past the American naval blockade and reached Southeast Asian waters, in one of the most direct challenges yet to Washington's efforts to choke off Tehran's petroleum exports. The vessel, a......

US backs Lai after surprise Eswatini visit draws sharp rebuke from Beijing

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te completed a surprise state visit to Eswatini, Taiwan's only remaining diplomatic ally on the African continent, after an earlier attempt was derailed when three Indian Ocean nations revoked overflight permissions for his chartered aircraft. Taipei described the move......

Pakistan facilitates return of Iranian cargo ship crew seized by the United States

Pakistan has announced that it played a key role in facilitating the return of 22 crew members from an Iranian cargo vessel that was seized by the United States in the Arabian Sea. The move is being described as part of ongoing efforts to ease tensions in a highly sensitive regional environment. Crew......

The Kremlin tightens security around Putin amid fears of internal coup

Russia has significantly intensified security measures around President Vladimir Putin following reports that Western intelligence agencies warned of growing risks of an internal coup or targeted assassination within Russian political circles. According to a European intelligence assessment cited by......

US revokes visas of Costa Rican newspaper leaders amid press freedom concerns

The United States has revoked the visas of several senior figures from La Nación, one of Costa Rica’s leading newspapers, in a move that has raised concerns about press freedom and political tensions in the region. The decision, reportedly taken by authorities in Washington, affects members......

US plans troop reduction in Germany as Trump signals deeper cuts

The United States is preparing to reduce its military presence in Germany, with former President Donald Trump indicating that the planned withdrawal of 5,000 troops could be only the beginning of a broader strategy. According to Pentagon announcements, the initial reduction represents roughly 15% of......

Republicans raise concerns over Trump plan to reduce U.S. troops in Germany

Top Republican lawmakers in the United States have expressed concern over a Pentagon plan to withdraw thousands of troops from Germany, warning that the move could weaken NATO’s deterrence posture in Europe. The proposed decision involves the removal of around 5,000 U.S. troops currently stationed......

Moroccan army inspector general meets U.S. Army secretary

The Inspector General of Morocco's Royal Armed Forces, Mohamed Berrid, met Daniel Driscoll, U.S. Secretary of the Army, in Rabat on Friday. The high-level talks followed directives from King Mohammed VI, supreme commander and chief of staff of the Royal Armed Forces. The meeting occurred during the......

China conducts combat patrols near Scarborough Shoal during US-Philippines drills

China's military announced Thursday that its naval and air forces carried out combat readiness patrols near Scarborough Shoal, a disputed South China Sea feature. The action coincided with ongoing multinational exercises led by the Philippines and United States. Beijing framed the patrols as measures......

Morocco and United States deepen ties after Rabat diplomatic meeting

Morocco’s head of government Aziz Akhannouch met US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau in Rabat on Thursday, as both countries moved to strengthen their long-standing strategic partnership. The meeting took place in the presence of US Ambassador to Morocco Duke Buchan and focused on expanding......

Washington reaffirms recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara

The United States has reiterated its recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara, reaffirming a position that continues to shape diplomatic relations between the two countries. During an official visit to Rabat, Christopher Landau confirmed Washington’s stance following talks with......

Taiwan tops Beijing’s agenda for Trump-Xi summit

Taiwan is expected to become a central issue in the upcoming summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, highlighting once again the deep strategic tensions between Washington and Beijing. For China, Taiwan remains a core national interest, while the United States continues......

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