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Last update: 7 hours agoMiddle East Tensions: A top U.S. CENTCOM commander told lawmakers Iran’s ability to threaten neighbors has been “dramatically reduced,” pushing back on reports that Tehran still retains much of its missile and drone arsenal, while also saying Iran can’t move weapons to key partners like Hezbollah, the Houthis, and Hamas. Yemen Diplomacy: In Amman, Yemen’s government and the Iran-aligned Houthis agreed to release more than 1,600 detainees in the largest swap since the war began, with UN envoy Hans Grundberg and the Red Cross overseeing the humanitarian process. Maritime Security: With Strait of Hormuz pressure and regional instability, Somali pirates are demanding $10 million for a hijacked oil tanker, adding fresh risk to already strained shipping lanes. Gulf Politics: World leaders urged security and “normal operations” through the Strait of Hormuz, as India and others warn energy and fertilizer flows remain vital. Local Yemen Governance: Aden annulled compulsory arrest warrants against senior STC figures after claims failed legal thresholds, signaling a fragile push toward stabilization.
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