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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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Pentagon Clarifies Intent Behind Iran Strikes Amid Rising Tensions

In a high-stakes moment for Middle East stability, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized that recent American military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities were not intended to trigger regime change. Speaking from the Pentagon, Hegseth stated the operation was a precision mission aimed at neutralizing threats posed by Iran’s nuclear program, not a broader political upheaval.

The operation, dubbed Operation Midnight, involved a formidable show of force: 14 bunker-buster bombs, over two dozen Tomahawk missiles, and more than 125 military aircraft. Initial assessments suggest severe damage to all three targeted sites.

Despite the scale of the attack, the U.S. has reportedly sent private messages to Tehran encouraging diplomatic engagement. Meanwhile, Iran has retaliated with missile strikes on Israel, injuring civilians and damaging infrastructure in Tel Aviv. However, it has so far held back from directly targeting U.S. forces or disrupting oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz—a move that could escalate the conflict dramatically.

General Dan Caine confirmed that U.S. forces in the region remain on high alert, prepared to respond to any further Iranian retaliation or proxy attacks.

This development adds another layer of volatility to a region already strained by prolonged conflicts in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria.

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