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Storm on the Horizon: Iran Issues Dire Warning After U.S. Naval Deployment

Tensions in the Persian Gulf have surged after Iran warned that any military strike by the United States would trigger an “all‑out war.” The warning followed the deployment of a U.S. naval “armada,” ordered by Donald Trump, to reinforce American presence in the region. Iranian officials described the move as a direct threat to their national security, insisting that even a limited attack would provoke a full‑scale response. The U.S. maintains that the deployment is meant to deter aggression and protect its interests and allies. Analysts caution that the situation is becoming increasingly volatile. With both nations adopting uncompromising positions, even a minor misstep could ignite a conflict far larger than either side intends. The world now watches closely as diplomatic channels strain under the weight of rising hostility.

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Shadows Over the Negotiating Table

            Some windows glow in a residential building left without heating and facing long power cuts in Kyiv.

Russian airstrikes struck multiple Ukrainian cities just as peace talks—brokered by the United States—opened in Abu Dhabi. The overnight assault targeted energy facilities in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and several regional centers, leaving large areas without power during freezing winter conditions. Ukrainian officials denounced the timing, arguing that the strikes were intended to weaken morale and undermine diplomatic momentum.

Despite the escalation, delegations from Ukraine, Russia, and the U.S. continued discussions focused on territorial disputes and security guarantees. Early indications suggested little movement from either side: Ukraine reiterated that it would not concede territory, while Russia maintained that territorial concessions remain central to any settlement.

The contrast between the violence on the ground and the diplomatic efforts abroad underscored the fragile nature of the negotiations. As talks resumed, the humanitarian impact of the strikes loomed large, raising questions about whether meaningful progress is possible while the conflict continues to intensify.


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