Trump threatens Oman over Strait of Hormuz control deal with Iran
Trump threatens military action against Oman over potential Iran deal to jointly control strategic Strait of Hormuz, declaring “we’ll have to blow them up.”
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Zelensky writes to Trump: Ukraine faces air defense missile shortage
Ukrainian President Zelensky urgently appeals to Trump for Patriot missiles as Russia escalates attacks with advanced weaponry, highlighting critical air defense gaps.
Reuters: Musk-Pentagon clash over Starlink use in attack drones
SpaceX raises military Starlink prices 500% after Pentagon allegedly uses service illegally in Iran drone operations, sparking major defense contractor dispute.
Iran accuses US and Israel: “They want to overthrow us”
Iran accuses US and Israel of plotting regime overthrow through economic warfare and sabotage operations as Middle East tensions escalate despite ceasefire efforts.
Financial Times: Trump’s Peace Council coffers empty with “no independent transparency mechanism”
Trump’s Peace Council launched at Davos remains unfunded despite billion-dollar pledges, with no transparency mechanism according to Financial Times investigation.
Spain: Police raid Socialist Party headquarters amid corruption scandals
Spanish police raid Socialist Party headquarters in Madrid amid corruption investigations targeting Pedro Sánchez’s ruling party and political figures.
Erdogan threatens Netanyahu during Eid: “The tyrant will get the lesson he deserves”
Turkish President Erdogan issues stark warning to Israeli PM Netanyahu during Eid celebrations, calling him a “tyrant” and threatening consequences over Gaza conflict.
NATO withdrawal begins: US to reduce fighter jets, destroyers and submarines
US announces gradual reduction of military assets in NATO as Europe faces pressure to strengthen defense capabilities and reduce dependence on American forces.
Ursula von der Leyen levels serious charges against Moscow over EU destabilization plot
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen accuses Russia of using drones to destabilize European democracies during Baltic visit, calling it psychological warfare.
Greek-owned tanker struck off Oman coast – explosion and fuel leak
Greek-owned tanker struck off Oman with external explosion causing fuel leak. No crew injuries reported as vessel continues voyage to India.
Netanyahu: “Israel expands ground operations in southern Lebanon to protect the north”
Netanyahu announces Israel’s expanded military operations in southern Lebanon to protect northern communities, as forces advance beyond established zones against Hezbollah.
Trump health concerns grow after third medical check in one year
Trump’s third medical exam in 13 months raises health concerns as photos show rashes and swelling, sparking transparency demands ahead of his 80th birthday.