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April 23rd, 2026: Iran’s Hardliners Are Turning Against Each Other & Russia Threatens Europe

April 23, 2026·23 min·3-min readnews briefnews
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  • Iran's leadership shows signs of internal division between pragmatic and ideological hardliners, complicating diplomatic efforts.
  • Russia publishes a list of 21 European firms allegedly aiding Ukraine's drone program, threatening them with military consequences.
  • Japan eases arms e

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Mike BakerMohammed Bakr GalibovMushtab HaKhameneiSanae Takeuchi

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