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06 March 2026 02:06

Trump Says 'I Guess' Americans Should Worry About Iran Retaliating on U.S. Soil: 'Like I Said, Some People Will Die'

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05 March 2026 18:30

Iran Calls Torpedoing of Ship by U.S. an ‘Atrocity’

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🚢 A US submarine torpedoed and sank the Iranian warship IRIS Dena off Sri Lanka's coast in international waters, marking the first such US attack since World War II, as confirmed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

💥 Iran condemned the incident as an 'atrocity,' amid escalating US-Israel conflict with Iran, including strikes across the Middle East and threats to shipping routes like the Strait of Hormuz.

🆘 Casualty reports vary: Sri Lanka rescued 32 injured sailors, while sources mention 101 missing, one dead, 78 injured, or up to 87 bodies recovered; the ship carried around 180 crew. This incident follows reports of 101 crew missing and 78 injured from a similar event.

🌍 The Pentagon dubbed it a 'quiet death,' vowing to target Iran's navy, as the war widens with regional allies deploying defenses and rescue operations underway. The US has also been informing troops that the war on Iran is 'anointed'.

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05 March 2026 18:14

‘US oil tanker currently on fire’: Iran says it hit American ship in Gulf with missile

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🚨 Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims it struck a US oil tanker with a missile in the northern Persian Gulf, stating the vessel is currently on fire.

🔥 Reports mention attacks on multiple tankers, including the Marshall Islands-flagged MKD VYOM, which caught fire with one crew member killed and others injured, and the Skylight tanker near Oman, leading to crew evacuation.

❓ The claims have not been independently verified; international sources note the targeted ships were commercial vessels, not confirmed US military or owned ships, suggesting possible exaggeration.

⚠️ This incident occurs amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil transit route, with IRGC warning against US, European, or Israel-linked vessels. This follows Iran's previous claims of complete control over the Strait of Hormuz and restrictions on access.

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05 March 2026 17:27

‘US oil tanker currently on fire’: Iran says it hit American ship in Gulf with missile

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🚢 Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed on March 5, 2026, that it struck a U.S. oil tanker in the northern Persian Gulf with a missile, leaving the vessel on fire. However, international maritime agencies have not independently verified these claims, and some reports indicate the targeted vessels were commercial tankers rather than confirmed U.S.-owned ships.

⚔️ The attack is part of an escalating military confrontation in the region. The IRGC claims it has achieved full control of the Strait of Hormuz—a critical waterway through which nearly one-fifth of the world's oil passes—and has warned that any vessel entering, including commercial ships, could be targeted.

💥 According to reports, more than 10 oil tankers have been hit in recent operations, with several reportedly set ablaze. The U.S. has responded with counterstrikes; U.S. Central Command claims it destroyed 17 Iranian vessels and nearly 2,000 military targets in retaliation.

🛢️ The ongoing disruptions pose a significant threat to global energy supplies. A sustained closure of the Strait of Hormuz could trigger immediate spikes in global crude oil prices and create widespread economic impacts across financial markets.

⚠️ Both Iran and the United States continue to claim major military successes, indicating the risk of further escalation remains extremely high as tensions in the Persian Gulf intensify.

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04 March 2026 16:32

Mojtaba Khamenei survives strikes on Iran, poised to become their next Supreme Leader

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🔴 Ali Khamenei was assassinated on February 28, 2026, during joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, creating a significant power vacuum in the country's leadership.

⚡ Mojtaba Khamenei, the late Supreme Leader's son, is among the leading candidates to succeed his father, along with other potential contenders including Hassan Khomeini (grandson of Iran's founding Supreme Leader), Ali Larijani, and Mohammad-Mahdi Mirbagheri.

🏛️ Iran's Assembly of Experts, composed of 88 elected clerics, will select the next Supreme Leader through a process expected to move relatively quickly; in the interim, a temporary council led by President Masoud Pezeshkian will oversee the country.

🎯 According to leaked reports from November 2024, Mojtaba Khamenei had quit seminary to prepare for succession, positioning him as a serious contender, though some analysts suggest Hassan Khomeini could represent a more moderate alternative.

⚔️ The transition occurs amid escalating regional tensions, and analysts warn the balance of power could shift during the succession process, particularly favoring Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC), which has expanded its political influence over the past two decades.

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04 March 2026 02:52

US Troops Told War on Iran is ‘All Part of God’s Divine Plan’, Watchdog Reports More Than 200 Complaints

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🛡️ US military commanders across all branches have informed troops that the war on Iran is 'anointed by Jesus' and part of God's divine plan to trigger Armageddon and Jesus's return, according to the Military Religious Freedom Foundation.

📊 The watchdog group received over 200 complaints from more than 40 units at 30 military installations, including reports of commanders citing the Bible's Book of Revelation during briefings.

⚠️ One non-commissioned officer described a commander grinning while declaring the conflict fulfills prophecy and praising President Trump as anointed by Jesus; the Pentagon has not commented.

🌍 Meanwhile, President Trump defends his Iran strategy amid criticism, leaving open options for ground troops as the conflict escalates with Iranian retaliation and strikes involving Israel and Hezbollah. Donald Trump warns of longer Iran-Israel war as violence spreads, Trump Says He Would Deploy Troops to Iran "If Necessary", and Trump, who campaigned against 'endless' wars, enters Iran with no end date.

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03 March 2026 23:51

United States seeking an armed Kurdish uprising inside Iran, with ground operation expected within days

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🚨 The United States and Israel are reportedly supporting an armed Kurdish uprising in western Iran, with weapons smuggled to thousands of Kurdish volunteers since last year; a ground operation is expected within days.

⚔️ This follows the 2025 twelve-day war and recent US-Israel strikes on Iran, including the assassination of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei; President Trump has spoken with Kurdish leaders and shared views that Iranians could serve as 'boots on the ground.' This also comes after Israel decided to kill Iran’s leader after Oct. 7 attack and US strikes on Iran triggered by Israel’s plan to launch attack.

🛡️ Iran has ramped up bombings in Kurdish areas and fortified its military presence, raising doubts about the uprising's success given past US abandonment of Kurds and Iran's strong repressive forces. This is amidst ongoing Iran-Israel war and escalating attacks.

🤝 A new coalition of Kurdish opposition groups formed in late February 2026 aims for self-determination in Kurdish regions if the regime falls, though challenges like Turkish opposition persist.

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03 March 2026 18:32

Multiple US embassies are telling Americans they cannot evacuate or help them get out of the Middle East

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🚨 US embassies in the Middle East are not conducting evacuations for American citizens amid escalating tensions from US military actions against Iran since February 28, 2026, with no new evacuation orders announced.

⚠️ Several embassies, including those in Beirut, Amman, and Jerusalem, are at departure status or temporarily closed, with limited consular services and ordered departures for non-essential staff and families. The US embassy complex in Riyadh also experienced a fire after a blast.

🛡️ Americans are advised to shelter in place, monitor travel alerts at Level 3 or 4, and arrange commercial departures, as any future assisted departures would require reimbursement. The private jet market has seen soaring prices as wealthy individuals scramble to leave the region.

📡 Communication issues persist, especially in Iran with restricted internet, while shuttles to border crossings like Taba are available in Israel.

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03 March 2026 16:14

Israel decided to kill Iran’s leader after Oct. 7 attack

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🚀 Israel and the US conducted a joint operation on February 28, 2026, assassinating Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei during a meeting of senior officials in Tehran.

🔍 Intelligence efforts included hacking Tehran's traffic cameras, using AI to track Khamenei's movements, and CIA confirmation of his location, with planning dating back years. This intelligence gathering is supported by reports of Israel hacking traffic cameras for years to pinpoint Khamenei's location.

💥 The daylight airstrike involved Israeli jets firing up to 30 precision missiles at Khamenei's compound after US cyberattacks disrupted Iranian communications and defenses. This follows earlier US and Israel joint strikes on Iran targeting military sites.

⚠️ US President Trump and Israeli PM Netanyahu confirmed the strike, amid concerns of escalation with groups like Hezbollah; Iran's leadership succession remains unclear. The Iranian state media confirmed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's death on March 1, 2026.

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02 March 2026 01:17

Iran taps general linked to 1994 Buenos Aires Jewish center bombing as new IRGC chief

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🚨 Iran has appointed Ahmad Vahidi, a former defense and interior minister, as the new commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

🔗 Vahidi replaces Mohammad Pakpour, who was killed in recent US-Israeli airstrikes, amid Iran's political turmoil following Supreme Leader Khamenei's death.

🛡️ A founding IRGC member, Vahidi previously led the Quds Force for external operations and accelerated Iran's weapons development as defense minister.

⚠️ He faces US sanctions for protest suppression and is linked to the 1994 Buenos Aires Jewish center bombing, raising international concerns.

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01 March 2026 18:26

Saudi prince quietly lobbied Trump for military action on Iran

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28 February 2026 08:06

🚀 Israel launched a preemptive strike on Iran early Saturday, February 28, 2026, as announced by Defense Minister Israel Katz to counter an expected missile and drone attack.

🛡️ State of emergency declared nationwide in Israel, with sirens sounding and civilians instructed to stay near bomb shelters, though no immediate need to enter them.

💥 Explosions reported in Tehran, including near key sites like the Supreme Leader's residence; no casualty reports yet, and details on strike scope remain unclear.

🇺🇸 US involvement noted in some reports, with strikes possibly underway alongside Israel amid rising tensions.

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26 February 2026 19:26

🚨 Cuban authorities intercepted a Florida-registered speedboat in territorial waters near Villa Clara on February 25, 2026, claiming it was an armed infiltration attempt by 10 Cuban residents of the U.S.

🔫 A shootout ensued after the boat allegedly fired first, wounding a Cuban officer; Cuban forces returned fire, killing four and detaining six wounded individuals, with weapons like rifles, handguns, and Molotov cocktails seized.

🛡️ U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, denied government involvement, launched independent investigations, and noted at least one deceased was a U.S. citizen, amid rising diplomatic tensions.

🇨🇺 Cuba also arrested a seventh person on land for logistical support, identifying some involved as wanted for prior alleged terrorist activities.

#CubaBoatIncident #USCubaTensions #FloridaBoatShootout

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26 February 2026 13:41

🚨 Democratic lawmakers in California, Illinois, Maryland, and Washington have introduced bills to prevent ICE agents who joined after January 20, 2025—from Trump's inauguration—from future state and local civil service jobs, especially in law enforcement.

⚖️ These measures target agents from the Trump-era ICE, motivated by concerns over aggressive immigration enforcement tactics like masked arrests and clashes with protesters.

📜 In California, Assembly Bill 1627 expands the ban to various roles, including law enforcement officers and teachers, as a pushback against federal immigration actions.

🔍 The proposals aim to disqualify these individuals from serving as peace officers in state agencies amid ongoing debates over immigration policy.

#ImmigrationPolicy #ICE #CivilServiceBan

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25 February 2026 16:01

🚨 Ukraine's ambassador to the US revealed that the State Department warned Kyiv against strikes affecting American interests after a Ukrainian attack on the Caspian Pipeline Consortium terminal near Novorossiysk in late November 2025.

⚠️ The warning came via a formal diplomatic protest, focusing specifically on US economic stakes, including Chevron's involvement in the pipeline, without calling for a halt to all strikes on Russian targets.

🛢️ The strike damaged an offshore mooring unit at the major oil export facility, halting operations and restricting oil loading, though no oil spill or casualties occurred.

🌍 The Caspian Pipeline Consortium transports Kazakh oil over 1,500 km to the Black Sea port, involving Russian, Kazakh, and Western companies like Chevron.

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05 March 2026 20:23

Trump says he needs to be involved selecting Iran's next leader. -Reuters

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📰 Trump claims U.S. strikes have wiped out much of Iran's leadership succession plans after the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, creating uncertainty over the next leader.

⚡ He suggests the U.S. should help pick Iran's next supreme leader, preferring someone popular inside Iran over exile Reza Pahlavi, amid reports of an Israeli strike impacting top figures. This follows Israeli strikes targeting Iran's leadership compound.

🤝 Trump notes Iran's 'new leadership' wants to negotiate, though no formal successor has been named and Iran's Assembly of Experts is set to meet soon to decide. This comes as Iranian Intelligence Proposes Talks With CIA.

🌍 This follows U.S. military action called Operation Epic Fury, with officials stressing it's not a full regime change but has disrupted Iran's power structure.

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05 March 2026 18:14

Iran Calls Torpedoing of Ship by U.S. an ‘Atrocity’

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🚢 A US submarine torpedoed and sank the Iranian warship IRIS Dena off Sri Lanka's coast, marking the first such US attack since World War II, as confirmed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

💀 Casualty reports vary: Sri Lankan sources cite 87 bodies recovered and dozens missing, while others report over 80 killed or 101 missing; 32 survivors were rescued and treated in Galle hospitals. This incident is detailed in Submarine attack sinks Iranian ship near Sri Lanka; 78 injured, over 100 missing and Sri Lanka Recovers 87 Bodies from Iranian Warship Sunk Off its Coast by a US Submarine.

🆘 Sri Lanka's navy conducted a rescue operation under international obligations, deploying vessels and aircraft just outside its territorial waters.

📢 Iran condemned the incident as an 'atrocity,' amid escalating Middle East tensions involving US, Israel, and Iranian forces. This conflict has seen US strikes on Iran ‘outside international law,’ says Macron and Trump, who campaigned against 'endless' wars, enters Iran with no end date.

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05 March 2026 17:58

‘US oil tanker currently on fire’: Iran says it hit American ship in Gulf with missile

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🔥 Iran claims its Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) hit a US oil tanker with a missile in the northern Persian Gulf, reporting the ship is currently on fire.

🚢 Independent sources note the targeted vessels are commercial tankers, such as Marshall Islands-flagged MKD VYOM and others, not confirmed US military ships, with one crew death and injuries reported. This incident occurs amidst escalating US-Iran tensions and concerns over the Strait of Hormuz.

🌊 This incident fits a pattern of Iranian drone and missile strikes on energy infrastructure and shipping in the Gulf region amid escalating US air defense challenges and depleted missile stockpiles.

⚠️ Claims remain unverified by international agencies, raising concerns for maritime safety near the Strait of Hormuz.

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05 March 2026 11:04

India rejects claims of US Navy using its ports for Iran strikes: 'Baseless'

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04 March 2026 16:15

Mojtaba Khamenei survives strikes on Iran, poised to become their next Supreme Leader

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🚨 Mojtaba Khamenei, son of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has emerged as the top candidate to become the next Supreme Leader after his father's death in US-Israeli strikes.

⚠️ Iran's Assembly of Experts held virtual meetings to discuss succession, with strong support from the Revolutionary Guards due to Mojtaba's security ties, though some clerics worry it could make him a target.

🔍 No formal announcement yet, but reports from multiple outlets indicate he's the front-runner over others like Hassan Khomeini; concerns exist about hereditary rule and his lower clerical rank.

💼 Mojtaba, 56, has worked behind the scenes in his father's office, building influence in military and security without holding public office.

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04 March 2026 00:22

White House denies Rubio said that Israel dragged Trump into war with Iran

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📰 The White House, through press secretary Karoline Leavitt, denied claims that Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Israel dragged President Trump into war with Iran, calling such interpretations false.

📢 Rubio's actual remarks acknowledged expected Israeli action against Iran that could lead to attacks on U.S. forces, but he stressed the U.S. strikes were necessary regardless to counter Iran's growing missile and drone threats. This aligns with Rubio's earlier statement that US and Israel launched joint strikes on Iran on February 28, 2026, targeting military sites, missiles, and nuclear facilities.

🔄 President Trump contradicted Rubio by stating Iran planned to attack first, suggesting he may have prompted Israel's actions amid failed nuclear negotiations. This contrasts with Pentagon officials briefing Congress that no intelligence indicated Iran planned to attack US forces.

⚖️ The dispute highlights differing narratives within the administration amid U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran and subsequent retaliations. The ongoing conflict has seen Iran's death toll reach 555 from U.S. and Israeli strikes since February 28, 2026.

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03 March 2026 20:33

Poland Will Eventually Seek Its Own Nuclear Weapons, Tusk Says

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🚀 Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated Poland will eventually pursue its own nuclear weapons while engaging in talks with France and European allies on an enhanced nuclear deterrence program.

🇫🇷 Tusk confirmed negotiations following French President Emmanuel Macron's announcement to expand France's nuclear arsenal and offer cooperation to eight countries, including Poland, potentially involving hosting French nuclear assets. Macron says France will increase size of its nuclear arsenal

🛡️ Poland aims to avoid passivity in nuclear security, cooperating with allies like France while building autonomous capabilities, amid discussions raised in a 2025 treaty with Paris.

⚠️ Poland's President's office expressed doubts about joining the French program, preferring a US nuclear sharing arrangement, highlighting internal divisions on the approach.

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03 March 2026 17:30

Israel sends troops into southern Lebanon as Hezbollah says it is ready for open war

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🛡️ Israel has sent troops into southern Lebanon following Hezbollah's rocket and drone attacks from Lebanese territory toward Israel on March 2, 2026, amid ongoing tensions after a 2024 ceasefire.

💥 IDF airstrikes targeted over 70 Hezbollah sites, including command centers, weapon depots, and rocket launchers in Beirut, southern Lebanon, and the Bekaa Valley, resulting in at least 52 deaths and 154 injuries, with significant civilian evacuations. This follows Israel launching airstrikes on Beirut and other Lebanese areas and rocket fire from Lebanon triggering sirens in Haifa.

⚔️ Hezbollah declared readiness for open war, while Israel's defense minister authorized advances to secure strategic positions; all options, including ground operations, remain on the table to eliminate the threat. This escalates the regional conflict, which has seen IRGC warning of 'most intense' operation and Donald Trump warning of longer Iran-Israel war.

🏛️ Lebanese government condemned Hezbollah's actions, banned their military operations, demanded weapon surrender, and ordered security forces to prevent further attacks and implement disarmament north of the Litani River. This aligns with Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announcing an immediate ban on Hezbollah's military and security.

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02 March 2026 20:16

Private jet prices soar as wealthy scramble to leave Dubai

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🛩️ Private jet prices have surged dramatically, with flights from nearby hubs like Muscat and Riyadh to Europe now costing up to $350,000 due to overwhelming demand from wealthy individuals fleeing Dubai amid the crisis.

✈️ Dubai International Airport is closed after Iranian missile and drone strikes damaged infrastructure, including hotels and landmarks, in retaliation to US and Israeli attacks on Iran, leaving tourists and executives stranded.

🚗 Many rich evacuees are driving 10 hours overland to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia—the main operational airport in the region—where private security firms arrange SUVs and onward private flights.

🌆 The attacks have shattered Dubai's image as a safe luxury haven, sparking panic among billionaires, influencers, and business leaders who are prioritizing rapid exits.

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01 March 2026 18:26

Belgium seizes suspected Russian shadow fleet tanker

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01 March 2026 17:26

US official, via a mediator, proposed an immediate ceasefire; Iran rejected it outright.

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28 February 2026 08:06

Israeli Defense minister: We have launched preemptive strike against Iran

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26 February 2026 19:26

10 Cubans on U.S. boat intended to carry out an 'armed infiltration,' Havana says

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26 February 2026 13:41

🛡️ EU Parliament President Roberta Metsola warns Donald Trump's MAGA supporters against interfering in European elections, stressing the need to protect democratic processes.

🌍 This comes amid reports of US fossil fuel lobbies and Trump-linked groups influencing EU policies, including efforts to weaken the Green Deal and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive through ties with EPP leaders like Metsola.

🇺🇸 Tensions rise over Trump's threats, such as tariffs to annex Greenland, prompting Metsola to postpone EU-US relations votes and affirm Europe's firm stance on sovereignty while calling for respectful dialogue.

🗳️ Metsola also predicts 2026 as the end of dictatorships globally, urging stronger EU actions like sanctions.

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25 February 2026 16:01

US Warns Ukraine Over Novorossiysk Oil Hub Strike That Involved Chevron

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