Sep 11, 2026, 02:30 AM UTC

United States President Donald Trump confirmed there are currently no scheduled diplomatic talks between Washington and Tehran, reiterating that Iran must never develop nuclear weapons. Following an attack on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, Trump warned of a potential military response should Iran or Oman impede American naval operations in the strategic waterway. In response, Iranian officials warned that Tehran would adopt an offensive military posture if diplomatic pathways are entirely shut down.

Simultaneously regarding the conflict in Gaza, Hamas announced its acceptance of the second phase of a US-backed peace proposal. However, Israeli leadership maintained that a complete military withdrawal from the Gaza Strip remains conditional on the total disarmament of Hamas.

Sources: CDM (Cafe del Montenegro)

United States Central Command has executed additional military strikes against Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz after clearing sea mines placed by Tehran in the strategic waterway.

The operation follows an escalation on September 5, when US forces struck three Iranian oil tankers after the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched ballistic missiles at two American warships. US President Donald Trump renewed warnings of potential attacks on Iranian power grids and civil infrastructure if disruptions to commercial shipping persist.

Military analysts suggest the conflict reflects a transition into fifth-generation warfare, characterized by deliberate strikes on commercial fleets and vital energy infrastructure to inflict civilian and economic disruption.

Sources: Investor.bg, Mediapool, Nova TV

Russian authorities are intensifying domestic political controls and diplomatic warnings ahead of upcoming parliamentary elections. Following a court ruling that banned Yabloko—the nation's final legal anti-war opposition party—and sentenced senior member Lev Schlosberg to 11 years in prison, public anxiety over a potential post-election military draft is escalating. Reports indicate citizens are selling personal assets to leave the country following heavy battlefield losses in Ukraine.

This crackdown coincides with Russia's traditional "Black August," a period historically associated with late-summer political and economic instability, alongside persistent questions surrounding presidential succession for 73-year-old Vladimir Putin. Beyond its borders, Moscow is actively issuing warnings regarding potential Western-backed "color revolutions" tied to upcoming Serbian elections as it attempts to preserve its geopolitical influence in the Balkans.

Sources: Avaz, Danas, Klix, N1, Vijesti

Military tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified following a major US military operation to escort millions of barrels of crude oil through the strategic waterway. The nighttime transit, supported by naval, aerial, and space assets, coincided with American strikes on Iranian military positions on Larak Island.

In response, Iranian forces deployed rocket-launched naval mines to reinforce their blockade. Tehran affirmed that the strait "will not be opened" until Washington meets several preconditions, including lifting crude oil sanctions, unfreezing Iranian financial assets, ending port blockades, and halting military actions.

Prior to the conflict, roughly 20 million barrels of crude oil passed through the choke point daily. Analysts warn of rising risks of further military escalation as both nations maintain aggressive postures.

Sources: Expresso, Expresso das Ilhas, RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal)

CIA Director John Ratcliffe made an unannounced visit to Moscow on Tuesday, according to US media reports cited by Finnish outlets. Sources reported that Ratcliffe met with Russian President Vladimir Putin to convey a direct message from Washington. Flight-tracking data showed a US military aircraft arriving at a Moscow airport and departing several hours later.

The trip comes amid intelligence assessments indicating potential Russian hostile actions targeting NATO members. While official details regarding the discussions remain undisclosed, security analysts view the high-level contact as an attempt to deter further military escalation and maintain direct communication channels during heightened European security tensions.

Sources: Helsingin Sanomat, Iltalehti