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strikeAug 17, 2026

Press review: US, Iran opt for war of attrition as Kiev diverts focus with Russia attacks

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MOSCOW, August 17. /TASS/. The United States and Iran choose war of attrition as their 60-day ceasefire ends today, and Russia seeks clarification regarding potential re-exports of US-made weapons to Ukraine by Turkey. Meanwhile, Kiev is using attacks inside Russia to shift focus away from air defense shortages.

Source: CurrentsAPI — Read the full report

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    MOSCOW, August 17. /TASS/. The United States and Iran choose war of attrition as their 60-day ceasefire ends today, and Russia seeks clarification regarding potential re-exports of US-made weapons to Ukraine by Turkey. Meanwhile, Kiev is using attacks inside Russia to shift focus…

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