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President Trump Considers Major Military Strike Against Iran Amidst Tensions

President Trump Considers Major Military Strike Against Iran Amidst Tensions

President Donald Trump is contemplating a significant military strike against Iran, which he claims would be larger than previous operations. According to reports, Trump has indicated that a decision on this matter is imminent. He mentioned that Israel could join the operation quickly if requested, although he emphasized that the United States is capable of acting independently. The potential military action comes amidst ongoing diplomatic tensions, with Trump stating that Iran is still interested in negotiations but has not yet agreed to any terms. The report highlights that regional mediation efforts have not yielded any breakthroughs, with Iranian leadership reportedly not accepting the latest proposals.

US weapons makers confront Europe's drive for local control

US weapons makers confront Europe's drive for local control

By Cassell Bryan-Low LONDON, July 24 (Reuters) - As U.S. defence companies descended on Britain's Farnborough Airshow this week hoping to tap Europe's military spending boom, they encountered increased concern among customers about reliance on American suppliers.

27 Members of Congress Oppose Additional U.S. Military Aid to Israel Citing Human Rights Concerns

27 Members of Congress Oppose Additional U.S. Military Aid to Israel Citing Human Rights Concerns

A group of 27 Members of Congress, led by Congressman Jim McGovern, released a joint statement opposing an amendment to the Republican Foreign Aid Budget Bill that would provide an additional $3.3 billion in U.S. taxpayer dollars for Israeli military operations. The statement highlights concerns over human rights violations in Gaza and Lebanon, including civilian casualties and destruction of infrastructure. The lawmakers argue that existing human rights conditions on U.S. security assistance have not been enforced and emphasize the need for diplomacy to achieve peace in the region. The statement clarifies that their opposition does not extend to programs fostering peace and civil society engagement.

BAE Systems Accelerates Anti-Drone Capability for RAF's Eurofighter Typhoon

BAE Systems Accelerates Anti-Drone Capability for RAF's Eurofighter Typhoon

BAE Systems has rapidly developed a low-cost anti-drone capability for the Royal Air Force's Eurofighter Typhoon, compressing an 18-month engineering effort into just 42 days. This development integrates the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) guided rockets onto the Typhoon, providing a cost-effective solution to counter Iranian Shahed drones. The integration bypassed the usual lengthy weapon integration process, allowing the RAF to deploy this capability quickly in response to urgent operational needs. The APKWS system was demonstrated successfully in air-to-air scenarios, enhancing the Typhoon's versatility.

Another airline cancels flights until August, offers some refunds

Another airline cancels flights until August, offers some refunds

With any efforts to reach a ceasefire failing to hold, the volatile security situation set off by the U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran has left airlines flying into the Middle East struggling to plan any service. Delta Air Lines recently extended the suspension of its flight between Atlanta and Tel Aviv ...

The Latest: Trump attends dignified transfer of 4 more US service members killed in action

The Latest: Trump attends dignified transfer of 4 more US service members killed in action

The United States and Iran have exchanged fire across the Middle East, overshadowing diplomatic efforts in Pakistan to salvage an interim ceasefire deal that has collapsed

Trump is attending dignified transfer of 4 more US service members killed in action

Trump is attending dignified transfer of 4 more US service members killed in action

The United States and Iran exchanged fire across the Middle East on Wednesday, overshadowing diplomatic efforts in Pakistan to salvage an interim ceasefire deal that has collapsed

What to know about Iran's Pickaxe Mountain, home to an underground nuclear site threatened by Trump

What to know about Iran's Pickaxe Mountain, home to an underground nuclear site threatened by Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump repeatedly has issued threats to bomb an under-construction Iranian nuclear site buried deep under a mountain

French business confidence improves in July despite Middle East conflict, heatwaves

French business confidence improves in July despite Middle East conflict, heatwaves

PARIS, July 23 (Reuters) - French business confidence rose to a four-month high in July despite a new flare-up in the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and record heatwaves at home, a monthly survey showed on Thursday.

US military completes 12th straight night of strikes on Iran

US military completes 12th straight night of strikes on Iran

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, July 22 (Reuters) - The U.S. military said on Wednesday it completed its latest round of strikes on Iran at President Donald Trump's direction, for a 12th successive night of American attacks.

Oil prices rise another 2%, while AI stocks get back to falling

Oil prices rise another 2%, while AI stocks get back to falling

AI stocks are turning back lower and weighing on Wall Street

Lebanon, Israel to hold next talks in Italy on August 4, Lebanese official says

Lebanon, Israel to hold next talks in Italy on August 4, Lebanese official says

BEIRUT, July 22 (Reuters) - Lebanon and Israel are scheduled to hold their next round of U.S.-brokered talks on August 4 in Italy, a Lebanese official told Reuters on Wednesday, as the two countries begin implementing a plan for Israeli withdrawals and Lebanese army deployments in southern Lebanon.