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Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz, Launches Retaliatory Attacks on Gulf States Excluding Saudi Arabia
Defense & Security

Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz, Launches Retaliatory Attacks on Gulf States Excluding Saudi Arabia

Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and launched missile and drone attacks on multiple Gulf states in response to recent US military strikes, sparing Saudi Arabia.

Global Leaders Honor Lindsey Graham for His Support of Ukraine and Transatlantic Ties
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Global Leaders Honor Lindsey Graham for His Support of Ukraine and Transatlantic Ties

NATO allies, Ukraine, and Israel paid tribute to Senator Lindsey Graham for his steadfast advocacy on behalf of freedom, transatlantic relations, and regional security.

Iran Conducts Multiple Strikes on US Military Sites Across the Middle East
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Iran Conducts Multiple Strikes on US Military Sites Across the Middle East

Iran launched coordinated missile and drone attacks targeting US military facilities in Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, and Oman amid escalating tensions in the region.

US Lawmaker Highlights Strategic Benefits of Ukraine Manufacturing Patriot Missiles
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US Lawmaker Highlights Strategic Benefits of Ukraine Manufacturing Patriot Missiles

A senior Republican congressman argues that allowing Ukraine to produce Patriot missile interceptors aligns with US defense firms’ interests and supports Ukraine’s defense against Russian attacks.

U.S. Withdraws F-22 Raptors from Israel Amid Rising Middle East Tensions
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U.S. Withdraws F-22 Raptors from Israel Amid Rising Middle East Tensions

The U.S. Air Force has pulled its F-22 Raptor fighters from Israel during escalating conflicts with Iran, signaling a shift in military posture despite ongoing regional instability.

Iran Strikes US Military Bases in Qatar, UAE, and Jordan Amid Rising Regional Tensions
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Iran Strikes US Military Bases in Qatar, UAE, and Jordan Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Iran launched missile and drone attacks targeting US military bases in Qatar, the UAE, and Jordan following renewed US strikes and closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

U.S. Launches Airstrikes on Iran Following Closure of Strait of Hormuz Amid Market Volatility
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U.S. Launches Airstrikes on Iran Following Closure of Strait of Hormuz Amid Market Volatility

The U.S. conducted multiple airstrikes on Iran after Tehran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying tensions and triggering a dip in Bitcoin prices below $64,000.

Tensions between Iran and US disrupt Strait of Hormuz shipping and trap thousands at sea
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Tensions between Iran and US disrupt Strait of Hormuz shipping and trap thousands at sea

Escalating conflict between Iran and the United States has brought shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz to a near halt, leaving thousands of seafarers stranded amid rising calls for safe passage.

Tensions Rise Over Strait of Hormuz as Iran and U.S. Exchange Threats Amid Ongoing Conflict
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Tensions Rise Over Strait of Hormuz as Iran and U.S. Exchange Threats Amid Ongoing Conflict

Iran and Oman engage in talks to secure passage through the Strait of Hormuz while escalating threats from Iran’s new supreme leader and U.S. President Trump deepen the conflict.

Satellite Images Indicate Iran Is Possibly Rebuilding Nuclear-Linked Sites After Recent Strikes
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Satellite Images Indicate Iran Is Possibly Rebuilding Nuclear-Linked Sites After Recent Strikes

Recent satellite photos reveal significant reconstruction activity at Iranian sites suspected of nuclear development, suggesting Tehran may be defying international agreements amid regional tensions.

Trump Issues Severe Warning to Iran Over Alleged Assassination Plot
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Trump Issues Severe Warning to Iran Over Alleged Assassination Plot

Former President Trump claimed he authorized military strikes against Iran if an assassination attempt proceeded, signaling heightened tensions amid ongoing intelligence sharing.

Germany’s Helsing ramps up AI-powered strike drone production despite challenges
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Germany’s Helsing ramps up AI-powered strike drone production despite challenges

Helsing’s new factory in southern Germany aims to produce over 1,000 AI-guided HX-2 drones monthly for Ukraine, amid technical setbacks and shifting military demands.