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Here’s how a U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could work. ‘This is a big task, and it’s a big gamble’

“It puts economic pressure on Tehran without destroying the oil facilities, which you should want to preserve into the future.”

Fortune

Iran fortifying Kharg Island as US weighs possible seizure plan, laying traps and moving air defences: Report

Iran is fortifying Kharg Island with troops and air defence systems as the US reportedly considers a risky operation to seize the vital oil hub. While the Trump administration weighs this pressure tactic, experts warn of significant casualties and potential Iranian retaliation. Allies urge caution, advocating for a focus on…

The Times of India

Iran is now on 'death ground' amid existential threat from U.S. attacks and could 'go big' in retaliation, former NATO commander warns

Iran could close the Strait of Hormuz or conduct terrorist attacks against Americans in the region and elsewhere, said retired Admiral James Stavridis.

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'Like 1990 Persian Gulf War I': Ex-Nato commander warns US Middle East buildup mirrors 'Dante’s Inferno'

Former NATO commander Admiral James Stavridis likened the US military buildup around Iran to "Dante's Inferno," describing concentric rings of firepower. This massive deployment includes strategic bombers, two aircraft carrier groups, and Tomahawk missile capabilities. The move comes amid escalating US-Iran tensions, with Washington ordering non-essential staff out of Lebanon…

The Times of India

Brazilian President Lula Warns Trump Against Military Escalation In Venezuela: 'I Don't Want To Get To a Land Invasion'

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva warned the U.S. against further escalating its campaign against Venezuela, saying "I don't want to get to a land invasion."

International Business Times

Brazilian President Lula Warns Against Military Escalation From The U.S. In Venezuela: 'I Don't Want To Get To a Land Invasion'

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva warned the U.S. against further escalating its campaign against Venezuela, saying "I don't want to get to a land invasion."

Latin Times

Venezuelan Opposition Leader Reportedly Discussed Investment Opportunities With U.S. Business Leaders

Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado reportedly discussed investment opportunities with U.S. business leaders last month, according to a new report.

Latin Times

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Former U.S. Admiral Says There Is a '70% Chance' The U.S. Will Conduct Strikes Inside Venezuela

Former Supreme Allied Commander James Stavridis assigned a 70% chance of the U.S. conducting land strikes in Venezuela as the Trump administration continues to ramp up pressure on the Maduro regime.

Latin Times

GOP Leaders Decry Report On Trump's Plan To Shake Up Pentagon Command, Possibly Affecting NATO Role

Two key Republican leaders have expressed opposition to reported plans by the Trump administration to potentially implement massive reorganization of Pentagon combatant commands, as well as the possible withdrawal from Washington's role of SACEUR in the NATO.

International Business Times

U.S. hits Iranian proxies in Iraq, Syria in retaliation for deadly strikes

The strikes are more extensive and deadly than those launched since last October, when the Israeli-Gaza war began and pro-Iranian groups started an uptick of attacks.

WEKU

Vivek Ramaswamy to call for end to US support for Ukraine and Nato exit from Eastern Europe

Republican 2024 hopeful is making his first foray into foreign policy since launching his campaign

The Independent UK

James Stavridis: The US military needs to create a Cyber Force

Two disturbing incidents roiled the cyber seas last week, one foreign and one domestic. They both strengthen the case — which was already convincing, and which I have been making for almost a decade now — for the creation of a U.S. Cyber Force.

Tribune News Service

Vladimir Putin’s latest frightening gambit lies at the bottom of the ocean

If the Russian president has finally started listening to his military chief, you can bet he’ll soon target all those poorly protected internet cables at the bottom of the sea

The Guardian - UK

James Stavridis: Putin’s new cannon fodder won’t win the Ukraine war

Russian President Vladimir Putin tripled down on the war in Ukraine in a short but defiant televised speech on Tuesday. Politically, he announced that a series of referendums on joining Russia would be held in the conquered territories of eastern Ukraine this week. Militarily, he repeated previous not-so-veiled threats to…

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The Marines are set to have the first Black 4-star general in their 246-year history

Lt. Gen. Michael Langley's nomination hearing to be general and commander of the United States Africa Command for the U.S. Marine Corps is set for Thursday.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Trudy Rubin: Save Odesa to save the world from hunger and high food prices

When Russia sent hypersonic missiles into a shopping center in Ukraine’s elegant port city of Odesa on Monday, it was literally attacking the world.

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