Pezeshkian says region can solve issues without US — SkimNews
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- Pezeshkian, Iran’s president, told Putin the Middle East is “capable of resolving our problems” without US involvement.
- Russia was the venue for the gas-exporting countries summit at which Pezeshkian addressed Putin.
- Houthis from Yemen claimed gains during fierce fighting near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.
- Saudi-backed coalition forces also claimed gains during fighting near Bab al-Mandeb.
Why it matters: Published on 27 October 2026, the update records Pezeshkian’s position that regional problems can be resolved without US involvement and competing gain claims by the Houthis and Saudi-backed coalition forces near Bab al-Mandeb. No independent result is supplied, so neither side’s battlefield gain is verified.
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