Daily Brief - Trump Brokered Israel–Iran Ceasefire?

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• Trump announces Israel–Iran ceasefire after US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities

• Pentagon survey shows two-thirds of Americans back stronger US international leadership

• South Korea's new government maintains defense continuity under its incoming administration

• Space Force accelerates phased-array antenna integration for satellite network modernization

• US Navy diverts mine warfare ships, evacuates Bahrain base amid escalations with Iran

📰 Critical Headline

Trump Claims Israel–Iran Ceasefire Deal Reached
President Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran following U.S. strikes on multiple Iranian nuclear sites. He took to social media to assert that both nations agreed to halt military actions, with Iran allegedly moving to comply first, followed by Israel. Despite initial violations and confusion between stakeholders, Trump intervened to enforce the truce, warning both sides to stand down. The fragile calm remains tenuous, with no formal acknowledgment from Iran and conflicting reports on compliance.

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Survey Shows Surge in Support for US Leadership
A recent poll by the Reagan Institute indicates almost two-thirds of Americans now believe the U.S. should play a larger role abroad, a significant rise from just two years ago. Support spans across party lines, reflecting increased public backing for proactive global engagement. This alignment gives the administration stronger political legitimacy to pursue diplomatic and strategic initiatives.

South Korea's New Government Keeps Defense Focus Intact
Following snap elections, President Lee Jae-myung’s administration has confirmed a steady course on defense issues, appointing experienced civilian Ahn Gyu-back as the new defense minister. Ahn has previously overseen major defense reviews and is expected to maintain existing military modernization plans. His leadership approach aims to bridge political divides while safeguarding Seoul's defensive posture amid regional tensions.

Space Force Speeds Phased-Array Antenna Integration
Gen. Hammett has fast-tracked the deployment of advanced phased-array satellite antennas capable of multiplexing multiple satellite links — a move away from legacy parabolic dishes. The scalable technology will support future satellite constellations and critical data flow across the Space Force Satellite Control Network. This marks a pivotal upgrade in the U.S. ability to handle growing space-domain awareness and contested satellite operations.

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U.S. Navy Shelves Mine Warfare LCS Deployment, Evacuates Bahrain Base
USS Santa Barbara and other mine countermeasure LCS vessels have been rerouted from the Persian Gulf and repositioned in India, following elevated tensions in the Middle East. The Naval Support Activity Bahrain installation has initiated evacuation protocols for family members and non-essential personnel. This precaution reflects growing regional risk due to Iran’s missile strike on Al‑Udeid Air Base in Qatar and highlights the Navy’s shifting operational posture.

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