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Washington Scales Back Regional Footprint Amid Iranian Warnings

Empty airspace over Iran, during a temporary closure of the country's airspace amid concerns about possible military action between the United States and Iran The United States has begun precautionary drawdowns at several military bases across the Middle East after Iranian officials warned neighbouring countries that American facilities could be targeted in the event of a wider conflict. The adjustments focus on relocating non‑essential personnel and reducing exposure as regional tensions continue to rise. Iran’s message to nearby states underscored its concern that any U.S. military action could spill over into the broader region. By cautioning its neighbours, Tehran signaled both its desire to deter potential strikes and its readiness to respond if provoked. U.S. officials described the moves as prudent rather than predictive, emphasizing that the drawdowns do not indicate an imminent operation. Instead, they reflect a shifting security environment in which Washington is recal...

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Zelenskiy Faces Political Storm Amid Russian Glee

Russia has reacted with satisfaction to a heated confrontation between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and U.S. President Donald Trump in the White House. The clash, described as a "brutal dressing down" by former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, has been seized upon by Moscow as evidence of Zelenskiy's waning political standing. Russian officials, including Medvedev and Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova, have used the incident to call for an end to U.S. military aid to Ukraine, portraying Zelenskiy as an unstable leader.

The confrontation has raised concerns among Ukraine's allies in Europe, who fear that the growing rapport between Moscow and Washington under Trump could undermine Ukraine's security. Zelenskiy, who has been a central figure in Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression, now faces increased pressure both domestically and internationally.



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