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Thousands of American paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne Division are deploying to the Middle East as Donald Trump threatens to strike Iran’s critical infrastructure. The heightened US military presence now totals 50,000 troops. Detailed discussions are expected to follow.
The US threatens to destroy Iran’s power plants if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened. President Donald Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum as global energy prices soar due to the strait’s closure. Swift action is crucial, as the deadline approaches shortly after midnight on Monday.
Iran has conducted missile strikes targeting the US-UK base in Diego Garcia. The strikes mark a significant escalation, as experts caution against overstating the threat to Europe, particularly the UK. For further updates, stay informed with Metro’s coverage.
Hundreds of thousands of protesters have taken to the streets of Istanbul for five consecutive nights, decrying the arrest of Istanbul’s mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, on corruption charges.
The Public Sector Fraud Authority is launching an investigation into allegations that thousands of students are fraudulently claiming substantial student loans with no intention of studying or repaying the amounts.
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