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A recent report by the Wall Street Journal has revealed that Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman have opposed a potential US strike on Iran, lobbying against military action in Washington. According to the report, the Gulf states have warned the US that a strike on Iran could lead to chaos in the global oil market, resulting in significant economic losses for the US economy. The US media report suggests that while these Arab countries appear to be keeping a low profile in the face of escalating tensions between Iran and the US, they are quietly lobbying to prevent a US strike on Iran.
The report further notes that the US military action could disrupt the global oil market, causing oil prices to skyrocket and leading to an economic downturn. The Saudi authorities have reportedly assured Iran that they will not get involved in any conflict with the country and will not allow the US to use their airspace for a strike.
Meanwhile, the situation with the will of the late Indian businessman and actor Sanjay Kapoor has taken a serious turn. Germany, Sweden, France, and Norway have confirmed that they will send their troops to Greenland for joint exercises this week. The leaders of South Korea and Japan have also made headlines by performing a drum duet to a popular song after diplomatic talks.
A US official has stated that an increase in the sale of Venezuelan oil is expected in the coming days and weeks. Russia is rapidly converting its occupied parts of eastern Ukraine’s Donbass region into a large military base. The Henley Index has released its list of the world’s most powerful passports for the first six months of the year.
Due to an Israeli flight ban, flights to Tel Aviv will be suspended until January 19. The foreign ministers of Denmark and Greenland have met with US officials in Washington, but US President Donald Trump’s stance on Greenland’s future remains unchanged. British officials have warned that the situation in Iran could worsen rapidly, posing a threat to diplomatic personnel and advising citizens to avoid traveling to the country.
Iran has closed its airspace to all types of flights, except for international flights, which will be allowed to use its airspace with permission. Videos have surfaced showing suspicious individuals setting fire to mosques and other locations. The US newspaper claims that Iran and Israel have assured each other that they will not initiate a strike.
The Indian government has dismissed allegations of terrorism as a politically motivated fabrication. Pakistan is hoping that peace and stability will prevail in Iran. The Islamic Council has taken a tough stance, including withholding financial support from players who boycott the World Cup. Pakistani news anchor Iqrar Ul Hassan has left Pakistan Television (PTV) after a dispute. US officials have stated that an increase in the sale of Venezuelan oil is expected in the coming days and weeks. British officials have warned that the situation in Iran could worsen rapidly, posing a threat to diplomatic personnel and advising citizens to avoid traveling to the country.
