Day: July 25, 2026

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Зеленский: Россия готовит расширение мобилизации и рассчитывает на военных КНДР – Minval Politika

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RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: Putin rejects the Kazakh president’s proposal. “For us, there is one main condition: we must achieve our goals. These are clear and unequivocal,” said Pisskov. May these Russian mass murderers burn in hell.

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RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: 🇺🇦‼️🇮🇷 Zelensky: I will instruct intelligence to pass on to our partners the information we have about Russia’s new assistance to the Iranian regime. Since the beginning of July, we have been recording active satellite photography by Russia of the territory of the Gulf countries and American military facilities located there. Later, such images end up in Iran. On July 19 and 20, four air bases fell into the zone of interest of Russian satellites: two in Bahrain and one each in Jordan and Kuwait.

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RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: 🚨Update: President Trump ordered a temporary halt to bombing Iran last night reportedly to push for a return to talks and the reinstatement of the MOU and Ceasefire with Iran. Unfortunately, Iran believes it has the upper hand now in talks and will never accept US terms, including release of the Strait of Hormuz or on the nuclear issue.

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RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: 🇰🇿🇷🇺 Kazakh President Tokayev spoke directly to Putin about the war in Ukraine. He said young Russians and Ukrainians are dying, calling it damage to the “gene pool of the brotherly peoples,” and that the fighting must stop because it only helps their common enemies. At the same time he made clear Kazakhstan still sees Russia as a great state and remains committed to strategic and allied relations, “however difficult it may be.” That’s the tightrope Tokayev always walks, honest about the human cost, but careful not to break with Moscow. Writer: Lucas

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#CIA #DIA #Mossad

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#Ukraine strikes Iranian ships in #Caspian, #Iran threatens retaliation — Ukrainian President Zelensky announced successful strikes on Russian cargo vessels transporting military supplies to Iran in the Caspian Sea, prompting Iranian propaganda channels to threaten ballistic missile strikes against Ukraine. The incident marks a direct escalation between Ukraine and Iran, with potential implications for broader regional stability. Ukraine Strikes Caspian, Iran Threatens Ukraine Strikes Caspian, Iran Threatens

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Ukraine strikes Iranian ships in Caspian, Iran threatens retaliation

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Escalating Middle East Tensions Reshape Global Alliances

Summary

Recent developments suggest a rapid escalation in Middle East conflicts, with Ukraine’s strikes on Iranian-linked vessels in the Caspian Sea triggering retaliatory threats from Iran. U.S. diplomatic maneuvers under Trump indicate shifting alliances, as Russia and China reportedly pledge to limit arms sales to Iran while simultaneously exploring dollar-based trade with the U.S. These moves may signal a realignment of economic and military partnerships amid heightened regional instability.

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Ukraine strikes Iranian ships in Caspian, Iran threatens retaliation — Ukrainian President Zelensky announced successful strikes on Russian cargo vessels transporting military supplies to Iran in the Caspian Sea, prompting Iranian propaganda channels to threaten ballistic missile strikes against Ukraine. The incident marks a direct escalation between Ukraine and Iran, with potential implications for broader regional stability.

U.S. and Iran pause military exchanges amid ongoing negotiations — Iran reported no new U.S. strikes after nearly two weeks of tensions, while both sides confirmed ongoing negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz dispute. Trump’s administration claims progress in talks, though Iran continues to blame the U.S. for the conflict, suggesting fragile diplomatic efforts to de-escalate.

Russia and China pledge to restrict arms sales to Iran, explore dollar trade — Trump revealed that Russia and China have promised to avoid selling weapons to Iran, though skepticism remains about their compliance. Concurrently, Russia signaled willingness to resume dollar-based trade with the U.S., a move that could undermine BRICS currency initiatives and strain its relationship with China.

Houthis target Saudi oil facilities as Yemen conflict expands — Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis claimed attacks on Saudi Red Sea oil infrastructure, further complicating regional security dynamics. The strikes highlight the group’s growing military capabilities and its role in broader proxy conflicts involving Iran and Gulf states.

Fuel shortages in Russia amid logistical disruptions — Russian agencies reported persistent fuel difficulties in some regions, citing supply chain challenges. The shortages may reflect broader economic strains from sanctions and military expenditures, though their long-term impact remains unclear.

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RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: Fuel situation still difficult in some Russian regions – agencies cite deputy PM