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U.S. to Release 172 Million Barrels of Oil
In a major move to stabilize global energy markets, the White House has ordered the release of 172 million barrels from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. This follows the suspension of operations at several Iraqi oil ports due to persistent Iranian drone and boat attacks in the region.
Seven Killed in Israeli Strike on Central Beirut
Lebanese health officials confirm that a fresh Israeli airstrike on the Bachoura district of central Beirut has killed at least seven people. This marks an escalation, as strikes are now hitting beyond the southern suburbs (Dahiyeh) into the heart of the capital.
Saudi Arabia Intercepts 18 Drones over Eastern Region
The Saudi Ministry of Defense has just announced the successful interception of 18 Iranian drones targeting critical oil facilities in the Eastern Province. While no damage was reported at the sites, the scale of the drone swarm indicates Tehran is intensifying its "Integrated Operation" against regional energy hubs.
Trump: Iran is "At the End of the Line"
Speaking to reporters at Joint Base Andrews, President Trump claimed the U.S. has effectively dismantled Iran's conventional military. "They have no navy, no air force, no anti-aircraft... We're just riding free range over that country," he stated, adding that the U.S. could take out Iran's entire electric capacity "within one hour" if necessary.