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US Secretary of Defense reports North Korean forces are in Russia

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated on Wednesday that there is evidence indicating the presence of North Korean troops in Russia, although their specific activities remain uncertain. “There is evidence of DPRK troops in Russia,” Austin informed reporters in Rome, referring to North Korea by its official name, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. “What they are doing is still unclear. These are matters we … Continue reading US Secretary of Defense reports North Korean forces are in Russia

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South Korea summons the Russian ambassador to protest the deployment of North Korean troops

On Monday, South Korea‘s foreign ministry summoned the Russian ambassador in Seoul to express its concerns regarding the reported deployment of North Korean troops to Russia for use in Ukraine, emphasizing the need for a coordinated international response. First Vice Foreign Minister Kim Hong-kyun met with Georgy Zinoviev, the Russian ambassador, and called for the immediate withdrawal of North Korean forces from Russian territory, as … Continue reading South Korea summons the Russian ambassador to protest the deployment of North Korean troops

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U.S. envoy to meet with Lebanese officials to discuss the ceasefire

U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein is scheduled to meet with Lebanese officials in Beirut on Monday to discuss the conditions necessary for a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, which is backed by Iran, according to two sources who spoke to Reuters. This meeting comes as Israel has intensified its airstrikes on Hezbollah assets overnight. Hochstein is expected to advocate for de-escalation following a year of conflict … Continue reading U.S. envoy to meet with Lebanese officials to discuss the ceasefire

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Is the Biden administration de-escalating or worsening Middle East conflict?

In February, while holding an ice cream cone, President Joe Biden of the United States stated that a ceasefire in Gaza was imminent, potentially occurring within days. However, over seven months later, Israel’s military actions in Gaza have not only persisted but have intensified, with Israeli forces conducting invasions and airstrikes in Lebanon as tensions and violence escalate throughout the Middle East. The Biden administration … Continue reading Is the Biden administration de-escalating or worsening Middle East conflict?

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Israel enhance ground operations in southern Lebanon

The Israeli military announced on Wednesday that it is deploying regular infantry and armored units to enhance ground operations in southern Lebanon, intensifying its efforts against Hezbollah in response to a series of Iranian missile strikes. While already engaged in combat with Hamas in Gaza, Israel is increasing its military presence in southern Lebanon following the recent Iranian attack, raising concerns about the potential for … Continue reading Israel enhance ground operations in southern Lebanon

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US is considering increasing its military presence in Middle East, according to NBC

The United States is contemplating an increase in its military presence in the Middle East following the Israeli airstrike that resulted in the death of Hezbollah political leader Hassan Nasrallah, as reported by NBC News on Saturday, citing sources. Two unnamed US officials indicated that the military has provided Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin with various options for deploying additional forces to the area. Subsequently, the … Continue reading US is considering increasing its military presence in Middle East, according to NBC

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