The U.S. expects that Iran and its proxy forces could carry out a combined strike against Israel.
Bloomberg sources reported that the targets of the strikes could be military and government facilities. The attack is expected to take place soon. One of the interlocutors emphasized that it is a question of "when, not if."
Western intelligence is not sure if the proposed attack would come from Lebanon, where Hezbollah, a pro-Iranian group, has a lot of influence. It is also unclear whether the attack would lead to a larger conflict. It is worth noting that so far Iran has not struck Israel.
The reason for the alleged attack could be a strike on Damascus. Tehran suspects Israeli involvement, although Tel Aviv has not officially claimed responsibility.
The strike on Damascus killed Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Zahedi, a senior IRGC commander who commanded the al-Quds Special Forces in Lebanon and Syria. Zahedi was known for his involvement in operations against Israel.
His death was assessed by the Times of Israel as the IRGC's most significant loss since the death of Gen. Qasem Suleimani, who was killed in Iraq in a U.S. strike in 2020.
Memorial to the fallen Moldovan soldiers of the Transnistrian War in Chisinau. Photo: Alexander Moisseenko
Thirty-three years ago, a ceasefire brought an end to the Transnistrian War—sometimes described by locals as the Russian-Moldovan War. Although the tensions officially ended in 1992, its consequences continue to shape Moldovan politics, society, and security — especially in view of the upcoming parliamentary elections.
Finland is moving to withdraw from the Ottawa Convention, which bans anti-personnel mines. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo said the decision comes as a direct response to growing aggression from Russia.
The ruling Georgian Dream party has approved a set of controversial laws, including a “foreign agent” act aimed at NGOs and media. Critics say it mimics the U.S. FARA but is weaponized against dissent.
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