All articles tagged with #war risk
Geneva talks brokered by Oman, aimed at constraining Iran’s nuclear program amid Trump-era threats of force, face stiff hurdles as Iran insists on its right to peaceful enrichment and missiles remain a major sticking point; analysts say the gap between Washington and Tehran is wide, making a durable diplomatic deal uncertain and raising the risk of either a broader war or a fragile compromise.
The Intercept reports the United States has assembled a massive naval and air force near Iran, including carriers Ford and Lincoln and a range of support assets, potentially enabling sustained attacks in a matter of days. While some officials see a high likelihood of strikes, there is no final decision, and indirect talks with Iran continue in Geneva. Iran has warned of retaliation, and U.S. forces have moved air defense and other assets into the region. Timing could be influenced by Ramadan and political considerations at home, with analysts cautioning that such actions could destabilize Iran and provoke a broader humanitarian crisis.
Fears of renewed fighting in Ethiopia's Tigray region grow as cash shortages, empty shelves, and soaring prices return; after the 2020–2022 war that killed hundreds of thousands, experts warn the conflict could spill over and destabilize the Horn of Africa.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told CNN that Trump is being dragged toward war by a set of elements seeking conflict, while Iran remains open to a nuclear deal if sanctions are lifted; he urged trust-building with the United States, warned of the regional dangers of any war, and noted intermediaries in the region trying to bridge gaps, stressing that a deal should address core issues.
The European Union plans to stockpile critical minerals to mitigate supply chain risks associated with geopolitical tensions and war threats, aiming to secure essential resources for its industries.