This week, Ukraine intensified its attacks on Russia, as it launched its largest drone-attack against Moscow to date, while the U.S. is considering lifting restrictions on use of long-range U.S.-supplied weapons on Russian targets. In the Middle East, Iran is facing sanctions from the West as it supplied Russia with ballistic missiles, while Israel conducted strikes against targets in the West Bank and Gaza, including designated safe zones. In the Indo-Pacific, China is conducting joint naval exercises with Russia, and the U.S. passed a number of bills addressing Chinese influence at home and in the Pacific.
Global Hotspots: U.S. and Allies Ramp Up Ukraine Support
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