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Trump-Netanyahu Talks Yield No Clear Breakthrough on Iran Issue
DID Press: A 90-minute meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump at the White House produced no clear outcome regarding Iran, despite Netanyahu’s positive remarks afterward, with attention focusing largely on issues that were not…
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Tajikistan, Iran and Afghanistan Agree to Launch Trilateral Transport Corridor
DID Press: Tajikistan, Iran and Afghanistan have signed an agreement to establish a trilateral road transport corridor aimed at facilitating cargo movement and expanding regional economic cooperation, according to Tajikistan’s Ministry of Transport. A Tajik delegation led by Shoista Saidmurodzoda…
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US Missile Interceptor Stockpiles Shrink, CSIS Warns of Long-Term Strategic Risks
DID Press: US missile interceptor stockpiles have fallen sharply after months of conflict with the Islamic Republic of Iran, raising concerns about Washington’s ability to sustain future military operations, according to a new report by the Center for Strategic and…
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Iran Says Drones Targeted US Base in Kuwait
DID Press: Iran’s army said it carried out the 27th phase of its “Saeqeh” operation using attack drones against U.S. military positions and strategic facilities at Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base in Kuwait. The army’s public relations office said the…
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Iraq Condemns US-Saudi Strikes, Approves New Security Measures
DID Press: Iraq’s National Security Council has condemned reported U.S. and Saudi military strikes on Iraqi territory and approved a comprehensive security plan aimed at preventing the country’s territory from being used to threaten neighboring states. According to official reports,…
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Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan Move to Deepen Political and Trade Ties
DID Press: Taliban and Kyrgyz officials have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding bilateral political, economic and transit cooperation during high-level talks in Bishkek, as both sides seek closer regional engagement. According to the Taliban embassy in Bishkek, Dr. Abdul Hai…
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IRGC Warn of ‘Severe Response’ Against Countries Supporting US
DID Press: Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned that countries involved in supporting what it called “aggression” would face a “severe response,” while claiming full control over maritime activity in the Strait of Hormuz. In its statement No.…
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CSIS Warns Shrinking Patriot, THAAD Stocks Threaten US Defense Readiness
DID Press: The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) has warned that declining U.S. stocks of Patriot and THAAD missile interceptors could weaken Washington’s military readiness and create serious challenges in a potential future conflict with China. In a…
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Brent Oil Jumps 6.7% as Middle East Tensions Escalate
DID Press: Brent crude climbed 6.7% to $87.55 per barrel after renewed military tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran heightened concerns over potential disruptions to global oil supplies. Market sentiment was driven by fears that the escalating regional…
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Israeli Broadcaster Launches Rare Attack on Erdoğan
DID Press: Israel’s Channel 12 has published an unusually critical report targeting Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, claiming his regional role was among the key issues discussed during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent meetings at the White House. According…
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