military presence
Coverage of military presence in the Nexus archive.
- Tehran rejects US-GCC statement citing 'Iran's threats' as 'interventionist, provocative'
Iran condemned a joint US-GCC statement, calling it 'interventionist, irresponsible, and provocative.' Tehran accused the US of undermining regional security through military actions and criticized the GCC for aligning with Washington and Israel. Iran also rejected accusations about its nuclear program and called for a nuclear weapons-free zone in West Asia.
- Europe urged to ‘keep a cool head’ as US reassesses military presence
Europe is being urged to remain calm as the US reviews its military presence. Ministers have expressed concerns that many questions about the US review remain unanswered.
- The largest Israeli advance into Lebanon in years
Israel's military presence in southern Lebanon has expanded dramatically, marking the largest Israeli advance into Lebanon in years.
- Israel seizes medieval castle as it expands major offensive in southern Lebanon
Israel has captured the 12th-century Beaufort castle in southern Lebanon, indicating plans for an extended military presence in the region. The castle overlooks southern Lebanon and northern Israel.