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    Iran threatens retaliation against US military bases●Iran issues new retaliation threat against American military bases▶youtubeWorldDefense761.8K42 min ago

    Iran has issued a new threat warning of retaliation against American military bases in the region. NBC News reported the threat, which comes amid heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington. The warning signals Iran's readiness to strike US forces stationed across the Middle East should confrontation escalate further.

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    Pentagon blames AI overreliance for Iran school missile strike●Pentagon says overreliance on AI contributed to missile strike on Iran schoolYhnBusinessLabor96928 min ago

    The Pentagon says overreliance on artificial intelligence contributed to a missile strike that hit a school in Iran. The admission raises questions about how the US military vets and supervises AI systems used in targeting decisions, and about accountability for civilian casualties when automated tools play a role in lethal operations.

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    Iran says ready for diplomacy but prepared for war with US●Iran says ready for diplomacy but ‘fully prepared’ for war if US attacks✉newsWar54 min ago

    Iran says it is ready for diplomacy with the United States but is 'fully prepared' for war if the US launches an attack. The statement underscores tensions between the two countries, with Tehran signalling both openness to negotiations and readiness for military confrontation.

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    Iran's foreign minister says Tehran ready for 'doomsday' war with US▼Iran's foreign minister says Tehran ready for 'doomsday' war with U.S., but leaves diplomacy on the table✉newsWorldDiplomacy46 min ago

    Iran's foreign minister said Tehran is prepared for what he called a 'doomsday' war with the United States, while insisting that diplomacy remains an option. The remarks underline the mounting tensions between the two countries, pairing stark military rhetoric with a stated openness to negotiations, and have drawn wide attention as observers weigh the risk of escalation against continued diplomatic efforts.

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    Iran says fully prepared for war to resume after US midterms▼Iran ‘fully prepared’ for war to resume if Trump authorizes strikes after midterms✉newsWar30 min ago

    Iran says it is fully prepared for hostilities with the United States to resume if President Trump authorizes new military strikes, which it expects could come after the US midterm elections. The statement signals Tehran is bracing for a renewed confrontation and warning Washington against further escalation.

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    Israel warns Iran of fresh strikes as nuclear talks stall●West Asia Conflict: Israel warns Iran on nuclear push, signals fresh strikes as US-Iran talks stall & tensions escalate✉newsWarNuclear41 min ago

    Israel has warned Iran against advancing its nuclear programme and signalled the possibility of fresh military strikes, according to the report. The warning comes as talks between the United States and Iran over Tehran's nuclear activities have stalled, with regional tensions escalating and no clear path back to diplomacy announced.

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    UK Police Investigate Suspected Terror Plot Near US Base▼U.K. Police Investigate Suspected Terror Plot Near Base Used by U.S. Forces✉newsWarTerrorism42 min ago

    British police are investigating an alleged terrorism plot in the vicinity of a military base used by American forces in the United Kingdom. Details remain limited, but the case has drawn international attention given the involvement of a facility linked to US personnel and the ongoing security concerns around military sites.

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    Iran ready for 'doomsday war' if US resumes attacks, Araghchi says▼Iran ready for ‘doomsday war’ if US resumes attacks, but open to diplomacy: Araghchi✉newsWorldDiplomacy54 min ago

    Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran is prepared for what he called a 'doomsday war' if the United States resumes military attacks, while stressing that Tehran remains open to diplomacy. The remarks signal a mix of defiance and willingness to negotiate, framing Iran's position as defensive but leaving the door open for renewed talks.

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    Five men arrested near UK air base used in Iran operations●5 men arrested near UK air base used by US in Iran war on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act✉newsWarTerrorism42 min ago

    British police arrested five men near a UK air base used by US forces in the war against Iran on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act. The arrests come amid heightened security concerns around American military facilities in Britain following US strikes on Iranian targets, with authorities investigating the men's alleged intentions.

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    US and Israeli interests diverging over Iran▼How US, Israel interests are diverging over Iran✉newsWarNuclear41 min ago

    Analysis from The Jerusalem Post examines how American and Israeli positions on Iran are increasingly at odds. The piece points to differing views over Iran's nuclear programme and the best approach to containing it, with the two allies weighing diplomacy, sanctions and military options differently. The debate comes as regional tensions remain high and policy coordination between Washington and Jerusalem is under strain.

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    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said US President Donald Trump has approved the production of Patriot missiles in Ukraine. If confirmed, it would mark a significant step in US-Ukraine defense cooperation, allowing Kyiv to manufacture the advanced air defense systems domestically and strengthen its ability to counter Russian missile and drone attacks.

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    Who governs Sudan when Washington recognises neither side?●🇸🇩 Who governs Sudan if Washington recognises neither side? The army-backed administration runs much of the formal stateMmastodonWarSudan043 min ago

    Sudan's civil war has left the country with two rival centres of power: the army-backed administration under the military controls much of the formal state apparatus, while the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces exercises authority across territory it holds. Washington has declined to recognise either as legitimate constitutional governance, raising questions about diplomacy, aid and who represents Sudan internationally.

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    Trump's Patriot missile licensing plan for Ukraine could take years, experts warn▼Experts say Trump's plan to license Patriot missiles for Ukraine could take years✉newsWarUkraine45 min ago

    Experts say a reported plan by Donald Trump to license Patriot missiles to Ukraine could take years to implement. Licensing arrangements for advanced US air defense systems involve lengthy production, approval and training processes, meaning any near-term boost to Ukraine's defenses under such a scheme is uncertain. The assessment raises questions about how quickly Ukraine could receive the Patriot capability it has been seeking.

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    Iran warns US of 'doomsday war,' says tactics changed●Iran warns US of 'doomsday war,' claims it has changed military tactics✉newsWorldDefense49 min ago

    Iran has issued a stark warning to the United States, threatening a 'doomsday war' if tensions escalate, while claiming it has revised its military tactics. The statement comes amid heightened regional tension, and it is drawing attention as an indication of Tehran's increasingly confrontational posture toward Washington and its allies in the region.

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    UK police arrest five men in bomb plot near US-used base▼British police arrest five men in suspected terrorist bomb plot near military base used by U.S.✉newsWorldDefense49 min ago

    British police have arrested five men on suspicion of plotting a terrorist bombing near a military base that is also used by United States forces. The arrests were announced in reports carried by international media, though few further details about the suspects, the base or the alleged plot have been made public so far.

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    UK Arrests Five Over Suspected Terror Plot Near US Air Base●U.K. Arrests Five in Suspected Terrorist Plot Near Air Base Used by U.S.✉newsWarTerrorism42 min ago

    British authorities arrested five people on suspicion of plotting a terrorist attack near an air base in the UK that is used by US forces. The arrests were reported by the Wall Street Journal, which did not immediately provide further details on the suspects' identities or the specific base involved. The case is likely to raise questions about security around US military facilities in Britain.

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    UK terror plot: five arrested near US-run air base●UK terror plot: 5 arrested near US operated air base▶youtubeWarTerrorism197.8K42 min ago

    UK counter-terrorism police have arrested five people in connection with an alleged terror plot near a US-operated air base in Britain. The arrests have drawn wide attention in the UK and the US, with news outlets following the story live and awaiting official details on the suspects, the target, and any links to broader networks.

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    Five men have been arrested in the area around RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on suspicion of terrorism offences. The arrests prompted a significant police presence near the airbase, which is a key site for US military operations in the UK. Authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of those detained or the specific nature of the alleged plot, and investigations are ongoing.

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    Trump says Iran-linked terror suspects plotting UK base attack were monitored▼Trump says terror suspects in possible Iran-linked plot to attack UK base were being watched✉newsWarTerrorism42 min ago

    Donald Trump said terror suspects allegedly involved in a possible Iran-linked plot to attack a British military base were already under surveillance by authorities. The statement follows the reported disruption of the scheme, raising questions about how the plot was detected and whether further threats to UK installations remain. The case is drawing attention to tensions surrounding Iran and security cooperation between the United States and Britain.

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    Trump says men held at UK air base plotted 'big damage'●Trump says men arrested at UK air base used by US were looking to do 'big damage'✉newsWarTerrorism42 min ago

    Donald Trump said three men arrested at a British air base used by US forces were looking to inflict 'big damage'. The arrests at the site, operated jointly with the United States, have raised security concerns and drawn attention to potential threats against American military facilities on UK soil. Details about the men and their alleged plans have not been fully disclosed.

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    Iran's military demands US leave West Asia▼Iran's military: Americans must leave West Asia, we will not retreat one step✉newsWorldDefense49 min ago

    Iran's military has declared that American forces must leave West Asia, saying Tehran will not retreat 'one step' from its position. The statement, reported by Kurdish outlet Kurdistan 24, signals continued Iranian defiance toward the US military presence in the region and is drawing attention amid ongoing tensions between the two countries.

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    Five men arrested near US air base over suspected terror plot▼5 men arrested near air base used by U.S. in Iran war on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act✉newsWar46 min ago

    Five men have been arrested near an air base used by the United States in its war against Iran, on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act. Authorities have not disclosed the men's identities or further details of the alleged plot. The arrests come amid heightened security concerns around US military facilities involved in the conflict, and the story is drawing wide international attention.

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    Cuban official calls possible US military action an 'atrocious' crime●‘Atrocious’ crime: Cuban official decries possibility of US military action✉newsWorldPolitics49 min ago

    A Cuban official has condemned the possibility of United States military action against Cuba, describing such a step as an 'atrocious' crime. The remarks reflect rising tensions between Havana and Washington, with Cuban authorities warning sharply against any US intervention and denouncing the idea of military force being used against the island.

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    Sudan rejects 'blackmail' after US withholds Burhan's UN visa▼Sudan won't yield to 'pressure or blackmail' after US withholds Burhan's UN visa✉newsWarSudan43 min ago

    Sudan says it will not bow to 'pressure or blackmail' after the United States declined to grant a visa to army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan for the UN General Assembly in New York. Khartoum's authorities framed the visa denial as an attempt at coercion, deepening a dispute between Washington and Sudan's military leadership as the country's devastating civil war continues.

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    Five Arrested on Terrorism Suspicion Near US-Used UK Air Base●5 Arrested on Suspicion of Terrorism Near U.K. Air Base Used by U.S.✉newsWorldDefense49 min ago

    British police have arrested five people on suspicion of terrorism near a United Kingdom air base that is also used by United States forces. The arrests were made close to the base, and counterterrorism officers are handling the investigation. The story is drawing wide attention because it involves security at a facility with American military personnel, raising questions about potential threats to joint operations.

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    British authorities are reported to have foiled a possible terror attack near a US military base in the United Kingdom. Details about suspects, the alleged plot, and the timing of the operation have not been released. The reported link to an American installation has drawn attention given the heightened security concerns around US bases in Europe.

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    UK police arrest five men near US air base▼UK police arrest 5 men near an air base used by US on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act✉newsWorld59 min ago

    British police have arrested five men near an air base used by United States forces on suspicion of preparing an act of terrorism. The arrests were carried out by UK authorities, who have not publicly detailed the alleged plot or the identities of the suspects. The detention of the men close to a US-used facility has drawn attention given the base's American military connection, and questions remain about the intended target and any wider security implications.

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    Five arrested in UK over suspected plot on US air base▼5 held in UK for suspected plot to attack air base used by US✉newsWarTerrorism42 min ago

    British authorities have arrested five people on suspicion of plotting an attack on a UK air base used by US forces, according to a Times of India report. The detention of the five suspects is likely part of an ongoing counter-terrorism investigation, with details about their identities, motives and the specific base not yet disclosed publicly.

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    Five arrested over suspected UK terror plot near US air base▼5 arrested near US-operated air base in UK terror plot✉newsWarTerrorism42 min ago

    British police have arrested five people near a US-operated air base in the United Kingdom in connection with an alleged terrorism plot. The case is drawing attention because of the involvement of an American military installation on British soil, and authorities are expected to release further details about the suspects and the alleged plot as the investigation continues.

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    UN Official Says US Drug-Boat Strikes May Be Crimes Against Humanity▼UN Official Says U.S. Drug-Boat Strikes May Be Crimes Against Humanity✉newsWorldHuman Rights51 min ago

    A United Nations official has said that US strikes on boats suspected of drug trafficking may amount to crimes against humanity. The assessment raises questions about the legality of the operations, which have killed alleged traffickers at sea without traditional arrest or trial. Human rights advocates are pressing for accountability and scrutiny of Washington's counter-narcotics campaign.

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    Hegseth under fire over military remarks●Hegseth military remarks controversy🦋blueskyWorldUS Politics4482 min ago

    US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing criticism over remarks concerning the military, prompting a wave of backlash and debate. Commenters are weighing in on what the comments reveal about his leadership at the Pentagon and the administration's approach to the armed forces, with critics and supporters clashing over the controversy.

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    Five arrested on terrorism charges near US-used RAF base●Five arrested on terrorism charges after explosives found near RAF base used by US https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2MmastodonWarTerrorism242 min ago

    British police have arrested five people on terrorism charges after explosives were found near an RAF base used by US forces. The arrests have drawn attention to security around UK military sites hosting American personnel, with the story spreading rapidly across news and social platforms. Authorities have not yet said what the suspected target was or whether the suspects were part of a wider network.

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    US Military Revises AI Targeting After Iran School Strike▼US Military Modifies AI and Lethal Targeting Process After Iran School StrikeYhnWorldDefense1530 min ago

    The US military is changing how it uses artificial intelligence in lethal targeting decisions following a strike that hit a school in Minab, Iran. According to Bloomberg, the incident prompted a review and modification of the process governing AI-assisted combat targeting. The changes highlight growing scrutiny over the role of machine systems in decisions about the use of lethal force.

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    UK Holds Five Near US Base Over Alleged Iran-Linked Plot▼BREAKING: UK Foils Iran Terror Attack Plot? 5 Held Near US Base , Trump Reveals 'Big Damage' Plot✉newsWarTerrorism42 min ago

    British authorities have reportedly detained five people near a US military base as part of an alleged Iran-linked terror plot. Donald Trump claimed the operation prevented a plan to cause 'big damage'. Details remain limited, and UK officials have not fully confirmed the nature of the alleged plot or the suspects' links.

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    The United States and China are looking to establish a new military agreement following a summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping. The talks signal an effort to stabilize defense relations between the two powers, though details of the proposed pact and what each side expects from it have not yet been made clear.

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    UK police declare major incident at US-used air base●UK police declare major incident at air base used by US Several men were arrested on suspicion of explosives offences, UMmastodonWar642 min ago

    British police have declared a major incident at an air base in south-west England that has been used by the US Air Force, arresting several men on suspicion of explosives offences. The security scare has drawn widespread attention, with many asking what was planned, how close the base was to danger, and what it means for US operations in the UK amid heightened tensions linked to the Iranian conflict.

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    British police arrest several near US-used air base over explosives●British police arrest several people on suspicion of explosive offenses near air base used by US forces✉newsWorld2 h ago

    British police have arrested several people on suspicion of explosive offences near an air base used by US forces. The arrests were carried out near the facility, and details about the suspects or any alleged plot have not yet been released. The incident has drawn attention because of the base's connection to American military operations in the UK.

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    Greenland emerges as US military's Arctic watchtower on China▼Keep out: why Greenland is the US military’s new eyes in the Arctic on China✉newsWorldDefense49 min ago

    Greenland is taking on a growing role as the US military's forward listening post in the Arctic, as Washington monitors Chinese activity in the region. The island's strategic position between North America and Europe makes it key to early-warning radar and missile defence. Coverage notes rising US-China rivalry is pushing both countries to compete for influence over the Arctic, and over Greenland itself.

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    Five arrested over suspected terror plot at UK air base●5 arrested in suspected terror plot at UK base used by US Air Force✉newsWarTerrorism42 min ago

    British authorities have arrested five people suspected of plotting a terrorist attack at a UK military base used by the US Air Force. The arrests highlight ongoing security concerns around American facilities in Britain, though officials have not yet detailed the suspects' identities, alleged targets or the stage at which the plot was disrupted. Investigations are continuing.

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    UK Counterterror Police Probe Explosive-Related Arrests Near US Air Base▼Explosive-Related Arrests Near Air Base Used by US Being Probed by UK Counterterror Police✉newsWorld49 min ago

    UK counterterrorism police are investigating arrests linked to explosive offenses near a British air base that is used by US forces. Authorities have not released details about the suspects or the alleged plot, and it remains unclear whether there was any plan to target the base itself. The case has drawn attention because of the base's American military role.