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Russia’s 28,000-Tonne Nuclear Cruiser Returns to Sea as NATO Watches

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Image showing Admiral Nakhimov, a powerful nuclear warship, at sea with the title NUCLEAR WARSHIP RETURNS displayed at the bottom.

Russia’s 28,000-Tonne Nuclear Cruiser Returns to Sea as NATO Watches Russia’s largest nuclear-powered surface warship, the Admiral Nakhimov, has returned to operational service after nearly three decades. The modernized Kirov-class battlecruiser arrived at Severomorsk, the headquarters of Russia’s Northern Fleet, after completing extensive sea trials and a years-long modernization program. Its return represents one of … Read more

Trump Links Saudi Nuclear Deal To Israel Recognition

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Image showing Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during an official event, highlighting Trump's "Recognize Israel First" condition for the proposed US-Saudi nuclear deal.

Trump Links Saudi Nuclear Deal To Israel Recognition President Donald Trump has introduced a new condition for the proposed US-Saudi civilian nuclear agreement. He said the deal will move forward only if Saudi Arabia recognises Israel and joins the Abraham Accords. Trump also said the agreement is intended solely for peaceful nuclear energy and does … Read more

NATO Seals €27B Overhaul Of Cold War-Era Fuel Network

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NATO headquarters backdrop with alliance flags and the headline NATO €27B Overhaul displayed in a bold news-style design.

NATO Seals €27B Overhaul Of Cold War-Era Fuel Network North Atlantic Treaty Organization is a military and security alliance founded on April 4, 1949, to protect its member states through collective defense. The alliance also promotes military cooperation, joint defense planning, and peace and stability across Europe and North America. Building on that mission, NATO … Read more

Iran Strikes on CIA Facilities Prompt Questions About Possible Russian Role

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Image Showing a gray military drone flying over misty forested mountains with the headline "CIA Drone Strike" in bold yellow text.

Iran Strikes on CIA Facilities Prompt Questions About Possible Russian Role Iranian drone strikes on CIA-linked facilities across the Gulf have triggered a new U.S. intelligence investigation into Russia’s possible role. According to U.S. officials, investigators are examining whether Moscow provided Tehran with targeting intelligence, technical assistance, or advanced drone capabilities before the attacks. The … Read more

Trump Approves Saudi Arabia Nuclear Deal Without Key Safeguards

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Image Showing Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Saudi and U.S. flags highlighting the Saudi nuclear deal.

Trump Approves Saudi Arabia Nuclear Deal Without Key Safeguards President Donald Trump has approved a 30-year civil nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, marking a significant step in U.S.-Saudi strategic relations. The proposed 123 Agreement, created under Section 123 of the U.S. Atomic Energy Act of 1954, is required before American companies can export nuclear … Read more

Iran War Has Cost $37.5 Billion So Far, Hegseth Tells Senate

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Image Showing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in a black suit testifies at a hearing with Iran War $37.5B displayed below.

Iran War Has Cost $37.5 Billion So Far, Hegseth Tells Senate The U.S. war against Iran has cost $37.5 billion so far, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told lawmakers during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing . He described the figure as the Pentagon’s latest estimate while defending President Donald Trump’s request for an $87.6 billion supplemental … Read more

Netanyahu Will Not Be Arrested In US, Trump Says

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Image showing Netanyahu standing in a podium, under the headline No US Arrest.

Netanyahu Will Not Be Arrested In US, Trump Says President Donald Trump has said that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not be arrested during any visit to the United States. Trump made the statement on Monday in a post on Truth Social after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said his administration was still … Read more

Houthis Declare Saudi Naval Blockade Amid US-Iran Tensions

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Image Showing armed Houthi fighters standing in formation as tensions rise over the Saudi naval blockade and the US-Iran conflict.

Houthis Declare Saudi Naval Blockade Amid US-Iran Tensions Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis announced an immediate naval blockade against Saudi Arabia on Monday, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. The group said it had imposed a maritime embargo on Saudi-linked shipping and described the move as retaliation for what it called years of Saudi restrictions on … Read more

Iran Warns No Oil Will Cross Hormuz As US Strikes Continue

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Image showing the Strait of Hormuz with oil tankers, highlighting rising regional tensions.

Iran Warns No Oil Will Cross Hormuz As US Strikes Continue US President Donald Trump said Iran had been hit “very hard” during the ninth consecutive night of US airstrikes on Iranian military targets. Early Monday, local media also reported explosions in several parts of Iran, underlining the growing intensity of the conflict. According to … Read more

Victory for Football: Spain Defeats Argentina to Win the World Cup

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Spain celebrates World Cup glory with a 1–0 victory over Argentina in a bold championship poster.

Spain Defeats Argentina to Win the World Cup Spain won the 2026 FIFA World Cup after beating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time at New York New Jersey Stadium. The victory gave Spain their second men’s World Cup title and their first since 2010. The triumph crowned a tournament built on disciplined defending, patient … Read more