Iran claims to have launched retaliatory strikes targeting US military bases in the Middle East, following US strikes against Iran described as a response to the downing of a US military helicopter.
Eastern European states, particularly Poland and the Baltic nations, are competing to host new US military bases, seeking political insurance and protection from domestic pressure over national security and sovereignty concerns.
US special envoy Jeff Landry called for the US to re-establish its military presence in Greenland, suggesting increased operations and reviving old bases. Greenlandic officials reiterated their stance on self-rule, rejecting outside pressure.
The Trump administration is considering extracting oil from beneath US military bases to refill emergency reserves, Bloomberg has reported Read Full Article at RT.com
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Iran attacked ships in Hormuz and struck the UAE again as hardliners threatened that European bases could become legitimate targets. Tehran also issued its own Strait of Hormuz navigation map, warning US Navy ships and oil tankers from crossing.
"Northern European countries have seen an increase in the number of US military bases and NATO command centers," Nikolay Korchunov stressed
BBC gains rare access to an Iraqi military base where UK and US forces operate together amid the Iran-Israel conflict. Prior to the fragile ceasefire announcement, up to 28 drones were fired at the base daily. Despite political tensions between Washington and Westminster over the Iran war, British Armed Forces Minister Al Carns says cooperation remains strong: "We've helped move Americans out of harms way; we've helped protect us and they've helped protect us."
The BBC has been given access to a military base in Iraq where UK and US forces continue to work together during the Iran conflict. Prior to the US-announced ceasefire, up to 28 drones were fired at the base daily. An RAF air specialist described the experience as 'bloody difficult' with 'weapons of destruction going off around you.' Armed Forces Minister Al Carns said British forces have helped move Americans out of harm's way and vice versa, emphasising the relationship remains strong despite sharp differences over the Iran war that have strained transatlantic relations.
At least 21 people were killed in a rebel attack on a highway between Cali and Popayan in Colombia's southwestern region, where the FARC-EMC group has staged 26 attacks since Friday. The group, led by former FARC member Nestor Vera (Iván Mordisco), is seeking to establish leverage ahead of Colombia's May 31 presidential election and future peace negotiations. Analysts say the government's "total peace" strategy has failed, as rebel groups used ceasefires to regroup and strengthen their grip over communities.
According to a government statement, Gen. Sadio Camara’s residence was targeted by a suicide car bomber and other jihadist attackers on Saturday.
Attacks on military bases reported in Mali including Kati military base near Bamako, with explosions and sustained gunfire. Fighting is ongoing as defence forces repel attackers. Reports also cite attacks in Gao and Sevare. Flights into Bamako cancelled. It is unclear who is behind the attacks. Mali is ruled by military junta led by Gen Assimi Goïta, who seized power in 2020.
