Russia Approves Law Allowing Drones to Be Shot Down Over Caspian Sea Oil and Gas Facilities

Moscow Tightens Security Around Strategic Energy Infrastructure Russian lawmakers have approved new legislation permitting drones to be intercepted and destroyed near offshore oil and gas facilities in the Caspian Sea, as Moscow moves to strengthen protection of critical energy infrastructure amid rising regional security threats. The law, signed this week by Russian President Vladimir Putin, […]

US Urges Israel to Stop Attacks on Iran Energy Sites, Axios Reports

In WASHINGTON the United States has urged Israel to halt attacks on Iran’s energy infrastructure, according to a report by Axios citing sources familiar with the discussions. The request highlights emerging tensions between the allies over the scope of Israel’s military campaign against Iran. U.S. officials conveyed the message to senior Israeli officials, including military […]