Ali Khan

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US Senate Vote Fails to Rein in Trump War Powers on Iran. AI-Generated.
In a high-stakes vote this week, the United States Senate rejected a resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump’s authority to conduct military operations against Iran without explicit congressional approval. The measure failed 47–53, largely along party lines, effectively granting the president broader discretion to continue the escalating U.S.-Israeli campaign in the Middle East.
By Ali Khanabout 6 hours ago in The Swamp
Russia Blames Ukrainian Naval Drones as Tanker Sinks in Mediterranean. AI-Generated.
A Russian‑flagged liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker sank in the Mediterranean Sea on Wednesday following a series of explosions and a massive fire. Moscow immediately blamed Ukraine, claiming Kyiv carried out the attack using naval drones launched from the Libyan coast. This incident represents one of the most dramatic escalations in maritime operations connected to the ongoing Russia–Ukraine conflict, with significant implications for global energy routes and international law. (the-star.co.ke⁠�)
By Ali Khanabout 18 hours ago in The Swamp
Live Updates: Hegseth Says U.S. “Just Getting Started” in Iran War as Conflict Intensifies and Spreads. AI-Generated.
The war between the United States, Israel, and Iran entered a new, more intense phase this week as officials from Washington and Tel Aviv indicated that military operations are far from over. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told reporters that “we are just getting started,” signaling a deeper, more coordinated campaign against Iran while operations expand beyond its borders.
By Ali Khanabout 19 hours ago in The Swamp
Iranian Regime Struggling to Organize Military Campaign, US-Israeli Officials Tell “Post”. AI-Generated.
The Iranian government is facing mounting difficulties in organizing a coherent and sustained military response to ongoing strikes, according to US and Israeli officials who spoke to The Post. Intelligence assessments shared between Washington and Tel Aviv reportedly indicate breakdowns in command coordination, supply chain strain, and internal disagreements within Iran’s military and political leadership.
By Ali Khanabout 19 hours ago in The Swamp
Did the US–Israel Strikes on Iran Break International Law?. AI-Generated.
The recent coordinated strikes by the United States and Israel on Iranian military and strategic targets have triggered a fierce international debate: were these actions legitimate acts of self-defense — or did they violate international law?
By Ali Khanabout 19 hours ago in The Swamp
Starmer Defends Iran Response as Badenoch Calls for More Action. AI-Generated.
As tensions in the Middle East intensify, the political temperature in Westminster is rising just as quickly. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has mounted a firm defense of his government’s response to the Iran crisis, rejecting calls for immediate offensive military action. Meanwhile, Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has accused the government of weakness, urging a more assertive role for Britain.
By Ali Khanabout 19 hours ago in The Swamp
Iran Could Disrupt the Strait of Hormuz With Drones for Months. AI-Generated.
The narrow waters of the Strait of Hormuz have once again become the epicenter of global anxiety. Stretching just 21 miles wide at its narrowest point, this maritime corridor connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and carries nearly a fifth of the world’s oil and a significant portion of liquefied natural gas exports.
By Ali Khanabout 19 hours ago in The Swamp
Middle East Crisis Live: US Submarine Sank Iranian Warship, Hegseth Says; Israel Launches Fresh Strikes on Tehran. AI-Generated.
The Middle East stands on the brink of a historic and dangerous escalation after dramatic new developments in the growing confrontation between the United States, Israel, and Iran. In a stunning announcement, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth revealed that an American submarine sank an Iranian warship in international waters, while Israel simultaneously launched a fresh wave of airstrikes on Tehran.
By Ali Khanabout 19 hours ago in The Swamp
Gold, Silver Rally Continues in International and Local Markets. AI-Generated.
Gold and silver prices are continuing their upward climb in both international and domestic markets, reflecting heightened investor demand for safe-haven assets amid geopolitical tensions, inflationary pressures, and shifting monetary policy expectations.
By Ali Khan3 days ago in Journal
Amazon Says Drones Damaged Three Facilities in UAE and Bahrain. AI-Generated.
Global e-commerce leader Amazon has confirmed that drone strikes damaged three of its facilities in the Gulf, underscoring how rising regional tensions are increasingly affecting private-sector operations.
By Ali Khan3 days ago in Journal
US Embassy in Saudi Capital Riyadh Hit by Drones, Fire Reported: Ministry. AI-Generated.
A drone strike targeting the United States Embassy in Saudi Arabia’s capital has sent shockwaves across the region, marking a serious escalation in an already volatile security environment.
By Ali Khan3 days ago in The Swamp
Here’s How Many Missiles and Drones Gulf Nations Have Intercepted So Far. AI-Generated.
In today’s Middle East security landscape, the battlefield is no longer confined to borders or front lines. It’s in the sky.
By Ali Khan3 days ago in The Swamp