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US deploys 10,000 more troops to Middle East amid rising Iran tensions

Despite signalling that the conflict with Iran could end soon, the United States is expanding its military presence in the region with additional troops and naval assets as tensions remain high.

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Kim Jong Un oversees naval cruise missile test, signals push to strengthen nuclear forces

North Korean leader supervised the launch of cruise and anti-ship missiles from a naval destroyer, as Pyongyang continues efforts to expand its military capabilities amid rising regional tensions.

US-Iran talks collapse over uranium enrichment dispute, 20-year freeze proposal stalls deal

Negotiations between Washington and Tehran broke down at the final stage after both sides failed to agree on long-term limits on Iran’s uranium enrichment programme, despite progress on other issues.

Iran uses Bollywood memes to mock US blockade, signals military readiness in Hormuz

Amid rising tensions over the US naval blockade, Iran has responded with a mix of cultural jabs and military messaging, sharing Bollywood memes while warning that its missile boats are “warming up.”

China

China warns US against Hormuz blockade, asserts Iran ties and energy stakes

Beijing flags 40% oil dependence on key Gulf route, backs ceasefire as Washington enforces naval restrictions.

US President Donald Trump

Pakistan offers to host next US-Iran talks as tensions escalate after port blockade

Islamabad signals readiness for second round this week as diplomatic efforts continue despite rising military threats and stalled ceasefire talks.

Trump warns Iranian vessels amid US naval blockade escalation

The US has launched a naval blockade targeting Iranian ports, with President Donald Trump warning that Iranian vessels nearing US forces could face military action, escalating tensions in the Gulf.