At a campaign rally in Kentucky, President Trump stated that the ongoing conflict with Iran would conclude "very quickly," predicting a subsequent decrease in domestic energy costs. He characterized recent military strikes on Iranian targets as a necessary measure to dismantle the country's nuclear capabilities, asserting that preventing a nuclear-armed Iran remains a paramount national security priority.
Vladimir formation of Russia’s Strategic Missile Force undergoes scheduled inspection
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During the exercise, crews of the Yars mobile ground-based missile systems are practicing marching and maneuvering operations
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