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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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Biscotti Recipe



These are classic, crisp, lightly sweet almond biscotti, perfect for dunking in coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. 

Ingredients

  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon anise seeds, crushed
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1⅓ cups sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract
  • 1¾ cups slivered almonds, chopped

Instructions 

1. Prep the oven

  • Preheat to 350°F.
  • Position racks in the upper and middle thirds.

2. Mix dry ingredients

  • Combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and crushed anise seeds.

3. Cream butter & sugar

  • Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs, vanilla, and almond extract.

4. Combine

  • Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
  • Fold in chopped almonds.

5. Shape the dough

  • Form into two logs on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Chill briefly if the dough is too soft.

6. First bake

  • Bake until lightly golden and set.

7. Slice

  • Let cool slightly, then slice diagonally into biscotti pieces.

8. Second bake

  • Lay slices cut-side down and bake again until crisp.


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