As tensions simmer between the United States and Iran, a stark warning is emerging from military analysts: what may look like early success on the battlefield could be laying the groundwork for a far more dangerous and prolonged conflict.

A spokesperson for China’s Ministry of National Defense said that there is no “Taiwan Shield” capable of countering the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), describing it instead as a “Taiwan Cage.”

A spokesperson for China’s Ministry of National Defense said that there is no “Taiwan Shield” capable of countering the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), describing it instead as a “Taiwan Cage.”

The European Union risks becoming last in line for Russian energy supplies as Moscow deepens partnerships with other countries, a senior Kremlin envoy has warned.

A senior security source has dismissed claims of ongoing talks between Iran and the United States, stating that Washington has stepped back from recent threats following Tehran’s military response.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on Monday that it had carried out a new wave of missile and drone strikes targeting United States and Israeli positions, describing the attacks as part of ongoing retaliation against recent military actions targeting Iran.

China remains relatively well-positioned to manage energy challenges despite ongoing instability in the Middle East, according to Bert Hofman, former World Bank Country Director for China and professor at the National University of Singapore.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced a new wave of attacks targeting Israeli military positions and regional infrastructure, signaling a continued escalation in the ongoing conflict.

A recent assessment by the war interpretation group of the Tasnim News Agency suggests that American naval forces involved in operations against Iran may be facing a growing shortage of munitions. According to the report, US destroyers operating in the region—particularly Arleigh Burke-class destroyer—have likely used a significant portion of their missile stockpiles.