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Putin Warns European Troop Deployment to Ukraine Would Mean War With Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin declared that sending European troops to Ukraine would constitute an act of war, escalating rhetoric as the BRICS summit opens in India.
Iraq Dismisses Military Commander Over Saudi Pipeline Drone Attacks
Iraq's prime minister has dismissed a military commander after Saudi Arabia confirmed drones launched from Iraqi territory struck the East-West Pipeline and forced its closure Friday.
New Report: Putin Has 'Absurd' View of Ukraine War Due to Army Lying
A new assessment finds Russia's military culture of systemic self-deception insulates Putin from battlefield reality, producing what analysts describe as an increasingly distorted strategic picture.
Saudi Arabia Closes East-West Pipeline After Drone Strikes
Saudi Arabia confirmed it shut down the vital East-West oil pipeline Friday after drone attacks hit pumping stations in the Riyadh and Medina regions, threatening crude exports.
Drone Strikes Hit Saudi Arabia's East-West Oil Pipeline
Multiple pumping stations on Saudi Arabia's critical East-West crude pipeline were struck by drones Thursday, threatening the kingdom's main oil export route that bypasses the Strait of Hormuz.
House to Vote on Russia Sanctions Bill Backed by Late Senator Graham
The U.S. House is set to vote on Russia sanctions legislation championed by the late Senator Graham as Moscow escalates strikes on Ukrainian targets and peace talks face mounting criticism.