Associated Press: The U.S. defense official said the most concerning shortfall involves Patriot missile interceptors, which can shoot down Russia’s high-speed ballistic missiles. The NATO official confirmed the low inventories of Patriots among American and NATO forces in Europe. Both spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive military matters…
US says not talking to Iran as Strait of Hormuz diplomacy intensifies
Qatar’s prime minister visited Tehran on Thursday and met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to discuss the emerging Strait of Hormuz agreement between Oman and Tehran to establish a temporary shipping route. This follows Pakistani and Omani officials visiting Iran this week. Meanwhile, the White House said there are no negotiations happening between the US and Iran right now…