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Russia Deploys Kalibr-Armed Warship to Mediterranean Amid Rising Tensions

On July 13, 2025, Russia deployed three warships to the Mediterranean Sea, one of which is armed with Kalibr cruise missiles , according to a report from the Ukrainian Navy. The missile carrier is capable of launching up to four Kalibr missiles , adding a new layer of strategic presence in the region. At the same time, Ukrainian officials confirmed that no Russian naval vessels  were detected in the Black Sea or the Sea of Azov  ,marking a shift in maritime focus. Over the past 24 hours, six vessels transited the Kerch Strai t toward the Black Sea, with three continuing toward the Bosphorus Strait , while five ships entered the Sea of Azov. This deployment comes amid ongoing hostilities in Ukraine, where Russian forces reportedly suffered significant losses in recent combat engagements. Analysts suggest the move may be part of a broader effort by Moscow to project power beyond its immediate borders , especially as tensions remain high across multiple fronts. The presence of Ka...

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Iran’s Diplomatic Challenges in Rallying Global South Amid Mideast Tensions

As tensions escalate between Iran and Israel—with the United States maintaining its longstanding support for Tel Aviv—Tehran has intensified its efforts to court countries across the Global South. Yet, despite historic anti-colonial sympathies and widespread criticism of U.S. foreign policy among these nations, Iran has found it difficult to transform this rhetorical alignment into concrete diplomatic backing.

Many countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America have called for de-escalation and the protection of civilians but have stopped short of explicitly siding with Iran. Analysts suggest that economic ties, regional stability concerns, and Iran’s own polarizing reputation have made states wary of jeopardizing their international relationships. Moreover, some Global South nations have pursued neutral or balancing positions, seeking to avoid being drawn into a broader geopolitical struggle.

Meanwhile, Iran continues to amplify its messaging in multilateral forums such as the Non-Aligned Movement and through media outlets that resonate with southern audiences. But without broader geopolitical shifts or changes in its own foreign policy posture, Tehran may find that shared grievances against the West are not enough to galvanize active support.



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