Patriot Shortage and Global Tensions | Lubbock News

Six months into the U.S.-Iran war, tensions escalate as Patriot missile shortages threaten NATO’s defenses in Europe, while Trump insists victory is near — despite casualties and troop deployments. Meanwhile, Senate backs Ukraine sanctions after Zelenskyy’s appeal, but House resistance looms, sparking fears of expanded presidential tariff powers. CIA chief Ratcliffe visits Moscow to deter Russian aggression, brushed off by Trump. Qatar and Iran negotiate Hormuz reopening, while China’s defiance of U.S. sanctions bolsters Tehran amid mounting global isolation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/46d29fc387f66a2f