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Trump: Iran 'completely collapsing' as Treasury Sec. discusses 'economic D-Day'

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a new campaign of secondary sanctions dubbed Operation Economic Outcast, aiming to sever Iran's global financial ties nearly six months into the conflict. President Trump declared Iran 'completely collapsing' as the measures target oil revenues, digital assets and trading partners. Iranian officials rejected the steps as ineffective and vowed preparedness to counter them.

1 outlet · 1 article 1d ago

Iran war thrusts Diego Garcia into spotlight as official calls US military base ‘integral’

A Financial Times report citing sources close to Tehran says Iran has assessed striking US military assets in southeastern Europe, including bases in Bulgaria and Cyprus, if President Trump escalates the conflict. NATO says it is prepared to defend allies, while Bulgaria and Cyprus have taken precautionary measures and Cypriot officials deny the threat.

7 outlets · 11 articles Aug 17

USS Abraham Lincoln's supply issues stem from Iran's Bahrain naval base attacks - report

Reports say the USS Abraham Lincoln's supply problems stem from Iranian strikes on a key naval base in Bahrain, forcing the Pentagon to shift logistics to Diego Garcia. Lawmakers demand an inquiry as crew concerns mount.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 15

US rushes new carrier to Middle East amid reports of mental health crisis on USS Lincoln

The USS George Washington has arrived in the Middle East to relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln from its record deployment, as reports of poor conditions aboard the Lincoln spark a heated dispute between officials, families, and lawmakers. While CENTCOM and Navy leaders defend the crew's resilience, families and senators demand answers over food shortages, mental health concerns, and the toll of more than 250 days at sea.

5 outlets · 5 articles Aug 13

British-Azerbaijani national arrested for allegedly spying on airbase in Cyprus for Iran's IRGC

Rashad Sultanov, a 44-year-old British-Azerbaijani national, was arrested in Cyprus on suspicion of spying on a British airbase and passing information to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The arrest is part of Britain's first overseas National Security Act investigation, led by counter-terrorism police into incidents at RAF Akrotiri.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 31

British military ready to defend country after IRGC threatens bases over presence of US bombers

Britain says its armed forces are ready to defend the country after Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warned that any base used by the US is a 'legitimate target'. The UK continues to support US defensive operations while ruling out involvement in offensive strikes.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 24

Disappointment with NATO, refusal to negotiate with Iran: Trump’s key statements

US President Donald Trump has expressed disappointment with NATO allies over their support during the war on Iran, calling the relationship 'one-sided' and labeling Spain a 'horror show.' He also declared the ceasefire with Iran over, vowing no negotiations. The statements came ahead of and during a NATO summit in Ankara, where Trump reportedly softened his tone.

3 outlets · 6 articles Jul 8

Iranian citizens tell N12 they are 'hostages' of the regime, are against any deal

Iranian citizens, speaking to Israeli media, describe themselves as 'hostages of a cruel regime' and oppose any potential US-Iran deal, fearing it would erase their sacrifices. Separately, Iranian officials have demanded development of intercontinental ballistic missiles in a letter to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, casting doubt on Washington's trustworthiness. Reports also highlight the regime's acknowledgment of fewer than 4,000 protest deaths versus human rights estimates of up to 30,000.

1 outlet · 3 articles Jun 9

US considering plan to buy Chagos Islands from Mauritius, Telegraph reports

The White House is reportedly considering a proposal to buy the Chagos Islands from Mauritius, home to the strategic Diego Garcia military base, as an alternative to a UK plan to cede sovereignty. The plan, according to the Telegraph, would sidestep Britain and let Washington negotiate directly with Mauritius, though Port Louis says it has received no official offer.

4 outlets · 6 articles Jun 8

'Bit of pain' worth long-term security from Iran, Bessent tells BBC

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told the BBC that a 'small bit of economic pain' is justified for long-term international security, even as the IMF warns of global recession risks. Bessent also acknowledged the conflict complicates US growth targets, expressed confidence in the dollar, and suggested the Federal Reserve should wait before cutting rates.

2 outlets · 3 articles Apr 15, 2026

‘Bizarre’ lack of urgency in putting UK on war footing, says defence review co-author

Lord George Robertson, a co-author of Britain's strategic defence review, has accused Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government of 'corrosive complacency' over defence, urging faster action on spending plans. Fellow author Fiona Hill echoed concerns about a 'bizarre' lack of urgency, as critics point to delays in a key 10-year investment plan.

2 outlets · 4 articles Apr 14, 2026

UK halts Chagos Islands handover after US opposition

Britain has put on hold its deal to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, following criticism from US President Donald Trump. The decision leaves the future of the strategic Diego Garcia military base and the indigenous Chagossian people in limbo.

4 outlets · 4 articles Apr 12, 2026

UK freezes deal to return Chagos Islands to Mauritius

The UK has paused legislation to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius after the US withdrew support, citing President Trump's criticism. The move has triggered reactions from Mauritius and the Chagossian community, with legal and diplomatic avenues still being pursued.

6 outlets · 8 articles Apr 11, 2026

From Khamenei’s death to the 'Islamabad Accords': Ceasefire leaves unanswered questions - editorial

A Pakistan-brokered ceasefire between the US, Israel, and Iran has halted 39 days of conflict, but the agreement leaves many questions unresolved. The death of Iran's supreme leader and significant military losses are confirmed, yet the war's long-term strategic impact and the potential for the Strait of Hormuz to become a permanent leverage point remain uncertain.

2 outlets · 5 articles Apr 9, 2026

Pressure on Starmer to curb US access after Trump ‘whole civilisation will die’ threat

UK political leaders, including Wales's first minister, are urging Prime Minister Keir Starmer to suspend joint defense projects and limit US access to British airbases following President Trump's threat against Iran. The calls come from Labour, Liberal Democrat, Green, and even Reform UK figures, reflecting broad concern over the reliability of the US alliance.

1 outlet · 2 articles Apr 7, 2026

Iranian authorities taunt US, Israel, EU amid strikes and assassinations

As US-Israeli air raids continue across Iran, Tehran's leadership claims victory is near, while a reported assassination attempt wounds a former foreign minister. Missile strikes near Israel's Dimona facility and threats over the Strait of Hormuz mark an escalating conflict with regional implications.

1 outlet · 2 articles Mar 22, 2026