Top Israeli officials have assured the US they will limit a counterstrike against Iran to military targets, easing concerns of broader conflict in the Middle East before the US election. Israel plans to respond to a recent ballistic missile attack from Iran, with Washington expecting a measured approach to avoid impacting American voters. The Pentagon will send an advanced antimissile system to Israel, as US officials work to influence Israel’s actions and prevent escalation with Iran.
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Ukraine seeks to persuade US to resume aid in high-stakes talks
Ukraine seeks to persuade the US to resume intelligence and military support in high-stakes talks this week by proposing a partial ceasefire with Russia and emphasizing Zelenskyy's desire for a swift end to the war. US secretary of state Marco Rubio will lead the negotiations in Saudi Arabia, with Trump hinting at a potential reversal of the aid freeze. Kyiv aims to prioritize repairing ties with the US and securing a broader agreement with Russia,...
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