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Home / Israel-Iran / Putin ally says countries now ready to supply Iran with nuclear weapons
Israel‑Iran, Iran, Israel, Middle East, US‑Israel‑Iran

June 22, 2025

Putin ally says countries now ready to supply Iran with nuclear weapons

“If U.S. servicemembers are killed or U.S. military assets hit, Trump has indicated the United States will launch further strikes. The Trump administration might also feel compelled to take further action if Iran does move to restrict maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. Israel may also push for further U.S. involvement,” Jennifer Kavanagh, a senior fellow and director of military analysis at Defense Priorities told Newsweek on Sunday.

 

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