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Structural Barriers Prevent Lasting Peace Between US and Iran, Expert Warns
Defense & Security

Structural Barriers Prevent Lasting Peace Between US and Iran, Expert Warns

A leading analyst warns that deep-rooted conflicts and opposing national identities make a durable US-Iran peace deal unlikely despite mutual needs for negotiation.

NATO Reaffirms Full Defense Commitment After Russian Drone Hits Romanian Apartment
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NATO Reaffirms Full Defense Commitment After Russian Drone Hits Romanian Apartment

NATO pledged to protect all Allied territory following a Russian drone strike in Romania that injured two people, marking an unprecedented spillover of conflict into NATO soil.

Putin Signals Intensified Assaults on Kyiv Amid War Stalemate and Domestic Pressure
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Putin Signals Intensified Assaults on Kyiv Amid War Stalemate and Domestic Pressure

As Russia’s offensive in Ukraine stalls and public support wanes, Putin appears set to escalate missile strikes on Kyiv to rally domestic backing and project strength.

Netanyahu Sets Goal to Expand Israeli Control in Gaza to 70% Amid Ongoing Conflict
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Netanyahu Sets Goal to Expand Israeli Control in Gaza to 70% Amid Ongoing Conflict

Israel currently controls 60% of the Gaza Strip and aims to increase this to 70% as part of its military campaign against Hamas, Prime Minister Netanyahu announced.

Putin Signals Escalation in Ukraine Amid Stalemate and Domestic Pressure
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Putin Signals Escalation in Ukraine Amid Stalemate and Domestic Pressure

As the war in Ukraine stalls and public discontent grows in Russia, Vladimir Putin appears poised to intensify missile strikes on Kyiv to regain momentum and public support.

Trump Nears Decision on Iran Ceasefire Deal Pending Strait of Hormuz Access
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Trump Nears Decision on Iran Ceasefire Deal Pending Strait of Hormuz Access

President Trump plans to finalize a deal extension with Iran requiring open shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and halting Tehran’s nuclear weapons development.

Pinarayi Vijayan Enables Bineesh Kodiyeri’s Political Comeback Amid Enforcement Directorate Pressure
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Pinarayi Vijayan Enables Bineesh Kodiyeri’s Political Comeback Amid Enforcement Directorate Pressure

Amid Enforcement Directorate scrutiny targeting Pinarayi Vijayan’s family, the Kerala CPI(M) reinstates Bineesh Kodiyeri’s party membership, signaling shifting power dynamics.

Putin Prepares to Escalate Airstrikes on Kyiv Amid Stalemate and Domestic Pressure
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Putin Prepares to Escalate Airstrikes on Kyiv Amid Stalemate and Domestic Pressure

Confronted by stalled progress in Ukraine and rising war fatigue at home, Vladimir Putin appears set to intensify missile strikes on Kyiv to regain momentum and bolster support.

US Lawmakers Urge Increased Delivery of Air Defense Missiles to Ukraine
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US Lawmakers Urge Increased Delivery of Air Defense Missiles to Ukraine

Two US congressmen called on the government to accelerate shipments of Patriot missile systems to Ukraine as Kyiv faces growing threats from Russian missile attacks.

Selective Outrage on Israel Reveals Deep Hypocrisy in Global Criticism
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Selective Outrage on Israel Reveals Deep Hypocrisy in Global Criticism

Since the violent attacks on Israel, global criticism has focused narrowly on Israel while ignoring comparable or worse atrocities by other nations and regimes.

Israel Targets Key Hamas Financial and Military Leaders in Gaza Strikes
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Israel Targets Key Hamas Financial and Military Leaders in Gaza Strikes

Israeli forces killed senior Hamas operatives responsible for funding and military attacks in southern Gaza, dealing a significant setback to the terror group’s operational capabilities.

U.S. and Iran Conduct New Attacks Amid Ongoing, Unsettled Negotiations
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U.S. and Iran Conduct New Attacks Amid Ongoing, Unsettled Negotiations

Despite reports of negotiation progress, the U.S. and Iran exchanged attacks recently, while President Trump emphasized no agreement is imminent and dismissed leaked reports as false.