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Iran's envoy to Ukraine, Shahriar Amouzegar, dismissed the support Kyiv has offered to the United States and its Gulf allies, after Ukraine advertised its expertise in destroying Iranian-designed drones launched by Russia. Iran has been attacking countries across the region -- including with drones -- in response to US and Israeli airstrikes against Tehran that killed its supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

As Australia risks becoming entangled in Trump and Netanyahu’s war on Iran, Guardian Australia columnist Paul Daley questions whether appeasing the White House at all costs indulges a US-Australia relationship that no longer exists You can subscribe for free to Guardian Australia’s daily news podcast Full Story on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. • Paul Daley: Australia’s blind refusal to question Trump’s bombing of Iran risks ensnaring us in a dangerous folly Continue reading...

The Australian immigration system has long punished people who felt they had no option but to flee their homeland Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast As the people in the Gulf countries are now learning, having a great and powerful friend on bases across your territory and in your waters does not guarantee safety. Indeed it may make you a target. It’s a lesson worth heeding. Australia has long been host to the crucial US communications facility at Pine Gap but is now spending billions to integrate its territory into the American war machine – most notably HMAS Stirling near Perth, which will be home to four US nuclear submarines and up to 1,000 American troops. Darwin has become a hub for tens of thousands of American troops on forward deployment. Julianne Schultz is the author of The Idea of Australia Continue reading...

Trump Wants to Secure Hormuz. Here’s What It Would Take.  WSJ

Five Takeaways From WSJ’s Reporting on Trump’s Decision to Launch a War in Iran  WSJ

Trump’s support for Israel in Iran war earns lasting legacy  The Jerusalem Post

Turkey’s foreign minister says diplomacy between the U.S. and Iran is stalled, but he thinks quiet back-channel talks remain possible

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‘It could be fatal’: Ex-State Department negotiator says US ‘misjudged’ Iran’s response to strikes  CNN

Iran envoy mocks Ukraine drone offer in Middle East war as a 'joke' Iran’s envoy in Ukraine has dismissed Kyiv’s offer to help counter Iranian-designed drones in the Middle East, calling the proposal meaningless. Speaking to AFP, Iranian diplomat Shahriar Amouzegar criticised Ukraine after it highlighted its experience shooting down Shahed drones used by Russia in the war in Ukraine. "As for the actions Ukraine is taking in the Middle East against drones, we essentially consider them nothing more than a joke and a showy gesture," he said. Relations between Tehran and Kyiv remain strained. In 2022, Ukraine stripped the Iranian ambassador of accreditation and reduced diplomatic ties after accusing Iran of supplying drones to Russia.

Iran war threatens to erase the economic bump from bigger tax refunds  NBC News

How a Marine Unit in the Middle East Could Open New Phase of Iran War  The New York Times

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FCC chair threatens broadcasters over Iran war coverage  USA Today

US embassy urges Americans to leave Iraq immediately The US Embassy Baghdad has urged American citizens to leave Iraq immediately following a missile strike near the embassy compound overnight. In an updated security alert, the embassy warned that US nationals face heightened security risks in the country. “Americans face a risk of kidnapping, and US individuals have been directly targeted. Iran-aligned terrorist militias may hinder the Iraqi authorities’ ability to respond effectively in emergencies.” The embassy repeated its warning:“US citizens should leave Iraq immediately. US citizens who choose to remain in Iraq are encouraged to reconsider their decision given the significant threat posed by Iran-aligned terrorist militias.”

US troop deaths rise to 13 as Iran conflict disrupts oil, agriculture  FOX 13 Seattle

‘Strait of Hormuz is open, but not for American and Israeli ships and tankers,' says Iran foreign minister Araghchi  Mint

An Iranian military spokesperson warned that ports, docks and “American hideouts” in the UAE could be targets.

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Any country except for US and Israel can pass through Strait of Hormuz, Iranian Foreign Minister says  New York Post