Wednesday, January 14, 2026

US, UK Pull Personnel From Key Bases Near Iran

The United States and the United Kingdom are pulling certain personnel from key bases around Iran amid rapidly escalating tensions in the region, sources told Reuters on Wednesday. "All the signals are that a U.S. attack is imminent, but that is also how this administration behaves to keep everyone on their toes. Unpredictability is part of the strategy," a Western military official told Reuters on Wednesday.

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... The movements have led to predictions of an imminent U.S. attack on Iran. Two European officials told the outlet that they expect U.S. military intervention in Iran within the next 24 hours. An Israeli official also said that they believed President Donald Trump was preparing to act in Iran but did not know when or the scale of the attack.

Meanwhile, Iran faces mounting international pressure as reports emerge that a young protester may be executed today. The case has intensified scrutiny of Tehran's violent crackdown, which has left thousands dead and tens of thousands detained, while President Donald Trump warns of "strong action" if executions proceed. ...


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