World News Roundup: Crimea Halts Fuel Sales, Vance Heads to Iran Talks, US Reviews European Forces
Russian-occupied Crimea cuts off civilian fuel sales after Ukrainian strikes; US Vice President Vance arrives in Switzerland for Iran peace talks; US Defense Secretary Hegseth launches a six-month review of US force posture in Europe.
Moscow-installed authorities in Crimea have halted civilian fuel sales on the peninsula following fresh strikes targeting energy and transport links. The move highlights growing tensions in the region.
Meanwhile, U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance has arrived in Switzerland for Iran peace talks, with the Strait of Hormuz in the spotlight. Washington hopes to make progress on both the Lebanon ceasefire and Iran’s nuclear program, as Tehran’s threat to close a key oil chokepoint tests Donald Trump’s fragile deal.
In another development, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has launched a six-month review of the U.S. force posture in Europe. The review will scrutinize troops, bases, and access rights as Washington pressures allies to take the lead on Europe’s defense.
