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2026 Iran War: 2026-04-27

Monday, April 27, 2026 3 updates Last updated 05:06 UTC
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Report: Israel deployed Iron Dome air defense system to UAE during war with Iran

Israel sent an Iron Dome air defense system to the United Arab Emirates along with soldiers to operate it, Axios reported, marking the first time an Arab country has officially hosted Israeli troops on its territory. The deployment occurred at the start of the 2026 war with Iran, reflecting deepening security cooperation between the two US-aligned nations.
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Trump signals openness to Iran talks, says US has open lines of communication

US President Donald Trump said in a Fox News interview that Iran can contact the United States if it wants negotiations to end the conflict, stating that communication channels are open. The offer comes after Trump cancelled the planned visit of envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan, complicating already fragile diplomatic efforts. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi departed Islamabad without meeting the US delegation.
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Iranian FM Araghchi En Route to Moscow for Talks With Putin

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi left Islamabad on April 26 and headed to Moscow for meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The visit follows intensive diplomatic efforts by Iran across the region, including stops in Oman and Pakistan. Washington canceled talks after expressing dissatisfaction with Irans negotiating position. Russia has been a key strategic ally of Iran throughout the 2026 conflict with the US-led coalition.