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Territorial Disputes Dominate Geneva Peace Talks

US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll sit before closed-door talks with Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak  (not pictured) on ending Russia's war in Ukraine, at the US Mission in Geneva, Switzerland. Negotiators from Russia and Ukraine convened in Geneva for a new round of U.S.-mediated peace talks, with territorial disputes emerging as the central point of contention. The discussions, held over two days, come amid heightened pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump, who has urged Kyiv to “come to the table fast” in pursuit of a settlement.  Both sides remain deeply divided over land claims, which have become the primary obstacle to progress. The Kremlin has signaled that territorial issues will dominate the agenda, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has voiced concerns that Kyiv is facing disproportionate p...

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U.S. Deploys Advanced Air Defense System to Israel Amid Rising Tensions with Iran

 

In a significant move to bolster Israel’s defense capabilities, the United States has announced the deployment of a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) battery along with American troops to Israel. This decision, authorized by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin at the direction of President Joe Biden, aims to enhance Israel’s air defenses following recent ballistic missile attacks by Iran.

The THAAD system, known for its ability to intercept and destroy short, medium, and intermediate-range ballistic missiles, will be operated by U.S. military personnel. This deployment comes in response to unprecedented missile attacks on Israel by Iran in April and October of this year.

Pentagon spokesperson Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder emphasized the strategic importance of this deployment, stating that it underscores the United States’ commitment to Israel’s security and regional stability. The move is expected to significantly strengthen Israel’s defensive posture against potential threats from Iran and other adversaries in the region.

This latest development highlights the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the critical role of international alliances in maintaining security and stability.


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