WSJ reveals Trump out of control: How aides kept him from Iran rescue operation war room
Wall Street Journal reveals how Trump’s advisors deliberately excluded him from the Iran rescue operation war room due to his unpredictable behavior
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Europe braces for fuel shortages amid Middle East tensions
Europe maintains stable fuel supplies despite Middle East tensions, but EU prepares contingency plans as aviation sector faces potential disruptions.
Iran releases underground missile facility video claiming faster rearmament
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards commander claims accelerated missile arsenal upgrade in underground facilities video, though Reuters notes verification challenges.
Trump issues new Iran threats over Strait of Hormuz tensions
Trump threatens Iran over Strait of Hormuz incidents, warning of military action against energy facilities if negotiations fail.
Iran opens fire on ships attempting to cross Strait of Hormuz
Iran fires on ships attempting to cross Strait of Hormuz after reversing decision to reopen crucial maritime route, escalating Middle East tensions.
Fidan slams Israel: “Continuous occupation and expansion must stop”
Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan accuses Israel of using Middle East war as pretext for territorial expansion beyond Palestinian lands into Lebanon and Syria.
Trump blocks Netanyahu from bombing Lebanon amid ceasefire tensions
Trump orders Israel to stop bombing Lebanon, creating tensions with Netanyahu’s government as Israeli officials seek clarification on the controversial directive.
Tom Barak: US ambassador’s operation to normalize Washington-Ankara relations
US Ambassador Tom Barak’s pro-Turkey stance aims to normalize Washington-Ankara relations, bypassing F-35 and S-400 sanctions disputes through diplomatic maneuvering.
Iran: Revolutionary Guards announce closure of Strait of Hormuz again
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have announced they are closing the Strait of Hormuz again, escalating tensions in the strategic waterway.
Trump announces 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon
Trump announces historic 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon via Truth Social, aiming to establish conditions for broader Middle East peace agreement.
US and Iran make progress in nuclear talks but “serious issues remain open”
Iranian official reports progress in nuclear negotiations with the US despite ongoing disagreements over uranium enrichment and Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.
Energy agency bomb: Europe has jet fuel for only six weeks
International Energy Agency warns Europe faces critical jet fuel shortage with only six weeks of supply remaining amid ongoing crisis.