WATCH LIVE: War Secretary Pete Hegseth and General Caine will hold a press briefing about US military operations in the Middle East at 08:00EDT/13:00BST
The upcoming press briefing by War Secretary Pete Hegseth and General Caine regarding US military operations in the Middle East could signal important updates on military strategy or geopolitical relations in the region.
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WATCH LIVE: War Secretary Pete Hegseth and General Caine will hold a press briefing about US military operations in the Middle East at 08:00EDT/13:00BST
Lebanese President Aoun told US Secretary of State Rubio that he would not agree to talk to Netanyahu, Lebanese channel LBCI reports.
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Investors should be vigilant, as such announcements may impact oil prices, defense stocks, and risk sentiment broadly, depending on the tone and content of the briefing.
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