US withdraws some embassy staff from Middle East as tensions with Iran escalate
US withdraws some embassy staff from Middle East as tensions with Iran escalate
The US State Department's move follows stalled nuclear talks between Washington and Tehran.
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During the recent 12-day war between Iran and Israel, the United States fired over 150 THAAD interceptors, exhausting nearly 25% of its total stockpile and racking up costs estimated at $1.9 billion. While the U.S. deployed its most advanced missile defense systems to shield Israeli territory, dozens of Iranian missiles still struck their targets â raising alarming questions about the limits of missile defense saturation and Americaâs readiness for future conflicts.
The Pentagon now faces a growing stockpile crisis, with only 11 THAAD missiles produced in 2024 and a slow ramp-up planned for 2025 and 2026. As tensions continue to rise across the Middle East and Asia, the strategic shortfall of THAAD interceptors is being watched closely by major powers like China and Russia.
This report includes archival visuals of Trump-era THAAD deployments, Iranian missile attacks, and exclusive coverage of defense developments as the U.S. military reassesses its global missile defense posture.
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Dramatic hunger surge strikes the Middle East and Africa, UN survey shows
Global crises are fueling hunger in Africa, Asia and the Middle East, with trade tensions, conflicts, and climate change driving food inflation, according to the UN's SOFI report.
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Europeâs powerful âE3ââGermany, France, and the UKâare signaling a major diplomatic rift with the U.S. and Israel over the Gaza crisis. After criticizing Israelâs blockade of aid and civilian deaths, France has recognized Palestine, while the UK has pledged recognition without a timeline. Germanyâs Chancellor Merz hinted at a coordinated Middle East policy, fueling speculation of a NATO split. As public protests grow across Europe, E3 leaders are pressured to take a tougher stance on Gaza, potentially exposing U.S.âIsrael hypocrisy on the conflict.
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In a move that has sent shockwaves through global diplomacy, French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to officially recognize a Palestinian state â a decision seen by critics as aligning with Hamas and directly challenging the United States and former President Donald Trump. Macronâs declaration comes amid growing international outrage over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and escalating tensions in the Middle East.
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Treasury minister James Murray has said the only way to achieve lasting peace in the Middle East is through a two-state solution. Speaking about the crisis in Gaza, he described the situation as âutterly horrifyingâ and said the UK is pushing for a ceasefire, aid access and hostage releases. He stressed the Prime Minister is in talks with international leaders to help get âon that pathway to a two-state solution.â Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Iran has lashed out at European powers after they moved to reimpose UN snapback sanctions, branding the move âillegal, illegitimate, and politically motivated.â In a stern warning, Tehran hinted at a possible withdrawal from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) if pressure continues to mount. Iranian officials accused the West of breaking promises and warned that continued provocation could trigger a major escalation in its nuclear posture.
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In a dramatic shift on the global chessboard, Israel and Ukraine have agreed to initiate a joint dialogue aimed at neutralizing the growing threat posed by Iran. Both nationsâhaunted by Iranâs military exports and nuclear ambitionsâannounced the new cooperation in Kyiv during Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saarâs visit. Ukraine accuses Iran of fuelling Russiaâs war machine with kamikaze drones, while Israel views Iranâs nuclear program as an existential threat.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga of Ukraine declared Iran a âglobal security menace,â and thanked Israel for its surprise strike on Iranian military targets last month. The move marks a pivotal tightening of IsraelâUkraine ties, despite past tensions over Israelâs neutrality in the Russia-Ukraine war. Both countries have now drawn a clear red line around Tehranâs expanding influenceâand plan to counter it. The anti-Iran dialogue could reshape the Middle EastâEastern Europe dynamic in the months ahead.
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As global tensions rise, Iran hosts trilateral nuclear talks with Russia and Chinaâjust days before a critical summit with European powers in Istanbul. The U.S., once central to negotiations, now watches from the sidelines as Tehran rejects direct dialogue. With the 2015 nuclear deal hanging by a thread and âsnapbackâ sanctions looming, the geopolitical stakes have never been higher.
Will this new IranâRussiaâChina axis reshape the global balance of power? And can Europe force Iran back into complianceâor will diplomacy collapse once again?
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Iran has vowed to continue uranium enrichment despite devastating U.S. and Israeli airstrikes that severely damaged its nuclear sites. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called the program a ânational pride,â rejecting any abandonment of nuclear ambitions. The strikes, which followed failed U.S.-Iran talks, sparked a 12-day air war before a ceasefire. Trump hailed the attackâs success, warning more strikes âif necessary.â Despite pressure, Tehran says it will rebuild its facilities, viewing nuclear power as a vital deterrent against Western and regional rivals.
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UN Palestine investigator Albanese slams US sanctions on her as 'a sign of guilt'
The State Departmentâs decision to impose sanctions on Albanese followed an unsuccessful US pressure campaign to force the Geneva-based Human Rights Council to remove her from her post.
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The U.S. State Department has issued a severe travel advisory, warning American citizensâespecially those with dual U.S.-Iranian nationalityânot to travel to Iran under any circumstances. The warning follows growing tensions in the region and reports of Iran detaining dual nationals without due process.
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The Houthi spokesperson claimed responsibility, announcing that the strike was "documented with audio and video proof" and carried out after the ship ignored multiple warnings. This attack follows a string of similar assaults on commercial vesselsâincluding the Magic Seasâand signals a dramatic escalation in maritime warfare across strategic shipping lanes.
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