BIG: Saudi Arabia and the UAE are edging closer to joining the fight against Iran after repeated attacks on their energy infrastructure and cities.
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Saudi Arabia has begun allowing U.S. forces to use its bases, and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is now eager to re-establish deterrence and is close to deciding to join the attacksโmeaning it may be only a matter of time before the kingdom enters the war.
Source: WSJ
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US-Israeli strikes reportedly hit energy facilities in Iranโs Isfahan and Khorramshahr, according to Iranian media.
Targets included a gas administration building, a pressure station, and a pipeline, with no reported casualties.
The attacks came despite Trump saying he had postponed strikes on Iranโs energy infrastructure for five days following talks with Tehran.
Targets included a gas administration building, a pressure station, and a pipeline, with no reported casualties.
The attacks came despite Trump saying he had postponed strikes on Iranโs energy infrastructure for five days following talks with Tehran.
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A fire broke out Monday at a diesel hydrotreater unit at Valeroโs Port Arthur refinery in Texas, causing severe damage and a partial shutdown.
A few minor injuries were reported, and nearby highways were closed as a precaution.
The refinery, one of the largest in the US, may face further shutdown decisions.
A few minor injuries were reported, and nearby highways were closed as a precaution.
The refinery, one of the largest in the US, may face further shutdown decisions.
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Fragments from an Iranian missile fell in seven locations across Tel Aviv, with one directly striking a building.
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The U.S. has sent Iran a message through mediators, and Iran says it is currently reviewing the proposals.
Source: CBS News
Source: CBS News
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Bahrain has submitted a draft UN Security Council resolution allowing countries to use โall necessary meansโ to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
The proposal, backed by Gulf states and the U.S., accuses Iran of threatening international peace by attacking vessels and disrupting navigation.
However, the resolution is unlikely to pass, as Russia and China are expected to veto it.
The proposal, backed by Gulf states and the U.S., accuses Iran of threatening international peace by attacking vessels and disrupting navigation.
However, the resolution is unlikely to pass, as Russia and China are expected to veto it.
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Iranian Minister of Energy:
We generate electricity in a decentralized (distributed) manner across the country.
However, in the countries along the Persian Gulf and in the Zionist regime, electricity generation is centralized and therefore highly vulnerable.
We generate electricity in a decentralized (distributed) manner across the country.
However, in the countries along the Persian Gulf and in the Zionist regime, electricity generation is centralized and therefore highly vulnerable.
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Iranian Minister of Energy:
If power plants are hit, they will be rebuilt and renovated quickly.
If power plants are hit, they will be rebuilt and renovated quickly.
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China is mapping vast stretches of the ocean floor with dozens of research vessels, a move that naval experts say could support submarine warfare against the United States. According to Reuters, the scale of the operation reveals both scientific and military ambitions.
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Iranโs IRGC released before-and-after satellite images claiming it hit two key U.S. radar systems in Bahrainโa Patriot AN/MPQ-65 fire-control radar and a TPS-75 early-warning radarโshowing visible damage.
These systems are critical for missile defense and detection.
These systems are critical for missile defense and detection.
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U.S. President Donald Trump approved a military operation against Iran following discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, amid intelligence about a potential opportunity to target Iranโs leadership.
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Letโs focus not on what Trump says, but on what he does.
These are the U.S. military units recently deployed to the Middle East against Iran.
But for what mission?
These are the U.S. military units recently deployed to the Middle East against Iran.
โ 160th SOAR (Night Stalkers): Elite helicopter unit that secretly inserts and extracts special forces, often at night, using highly skilled pilots and modified aircraft.
โ 75th Ranger Regiment: Light infantry force for rapid raids, airfield seizures, and direct combat missions against high-value targets.
โ Delta Force (1st SFOD-D): Top-tier counterterrorism and hostage rescue unit, focused on high-risk, precision missions and targeting high-value individuals.
โ 1st Special Forces Group (1st SFG): Works mainly in Asia-Pacific; trains allied forces, conducts unconventional warfare, and supports insurgencies or partner militaries.
โ 5th Special Forces Group (5th SFG): Focused on the Middle East; specializes in counterterrorism, unconventional warfare, and advising local forces.
โ U.S. Navy SEALs: Maritime-focused special operationsโraids, reconnaissance, direct action, and covert missions from sea, air, or land.
But for what mission?
โ Islands inside or near the Strait of Hormuz โ small but strategically vital islands Iran uses to control shipping lanes. U.S. special forces could seize them quickly to reopen the strait.
โ Kharg Island โ Iranโs main oil-export terminal. Capturing or destroying it would cripple Iranโs oil revenue.
โ Iranian nuclear facilities or other high-value sites โ possible raids to destroy enriched uranium stockpiles or related infrastructure.
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Colonial-Era Human Remains Taken for Research Return to South Africa
South Africa reburied 63 Khoi & San community remains on Monday after repatriation from Europe, highlighting colonial-era scientific racism, ongoing efforts to restore dignity & address historical injustice.
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South Africa reburied 63 Khoi & San community remains on Monday after repatriation from Europe, highlighting colonial-era scientific racism, ongoing efforts to restore dignity & address historical injustice.
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Kenya's Former Foreign Minister Arrested for Fake Abduction Claim
Raphael Tuju was arrested in Nairobi after police said his reported disappearance was staged, highlighting tensions over alleged abductions & an ongoing $15m property dispute.
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Raphael Tuju was arrested in Nairobi after police said his reported disappearance was staged, highlighting tensions over alleged abductions & an ongoing $15m property dispute.
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Former Prime Minister Ehud Barak stated that the United States has not won any of the wars it has entered in the past 60 years, and Barak said, โthe war has entered a stage of stagnation.โ Barak also said, โthere is no military way to extract uranium from Iran.โ
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Senior U.S. officials are angry about growing violence by Israeli "settlers" in the West Bank and are demanding that Israel stop the "settler" terrorism and restore order.
During a tense call, JD Vance confronted Netanyahu, questioning how Israel allows chaos while both countries are fighting together against Iran.
U.S. officials reject Israeli explanations and expect stronger action.
If the situation doesnโt improve, future political consequences for Israel could be severe.
Source: Israel Hayom
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A Chinese-owned fuel tanker, Bright Gold, passed through the Strait of Hormuz using a route along Iranโs coast approved by Tehran.
It traveled between Qeshm and Larak islands and signaled its Chinese ownership.
Two Indian gas carriers also used the same route after India coordinated safe passage with Iran.
Source: Bloomberg
It traveled between Qeshm and Larak islands and signaled its Chinese ownership.
Two Indian gas carriers also used the same route after India coordinated safe passage with Iran.
Source: Bloomberg
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