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Geopolitics & Economy
>>> The Wall Street Journal analyzed Cold War precedents and concluded that only binding, enforceable security guarantees can deter future Russian aggression.
>>> CBS News reported that Washington prohibited sharing intelligence on Ukraine talks with NATO allies. The restriction was meant to prevent leaks but strained alliance trust.
>>> Reuters confirmed that the U.S. and EU prepared contingency military plans in case of renewed Russian escalation.
>>> The U.S. military carried out an airstrike on Iran’s “shadow fleet” tankers transporting oil to China. Analysts warned the strike could reshape global energy markets and reduce Moscow’s oil profits.
>>> Economists reported that Russia’s refining capacity losses now stand at 13–15%. The disruption is cutting state revenues and weakening the Kremlin’s ability to finance the war.