⚡ Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Depot, Israel Prepares for Iran Retaliation – Global Flash Update July 21, 2025
Published: July 21, 2025 | Time: 2:30 PM GMT
Location: Kyiv | Moscow | Tel Aviv | Tehran | Washington
Global tensions escalated this afternoon as Ukraine launched a surprise drone strike on a major Russian oil depot in Belgorod, sparking a chain of diplomatic reactions. In the Middle East, Israel's military has gone on high alert after intel suggested a potential Iranian-backed counterstrike within 24 hours.
🚁 Ukraine Attacks Russian Oil Infrastructure
According to Ukrainian defense sources, the drone strike targeted a fuel storage unit critical to Russian military logistics. Thick smoke covered Belgorod, while local authorities evacuated surrounding areas. Russia called the attack “an act of terrorism” and vowed severe retaliation.
🇮🇱 Israel Mobilizes Air Defenses
Following alleged threats from Iranian commanders, Israel has activated Iron Dome batteries across major cities. Military sources say Iran may use proxy groups like Hezbollah or Houthis to retaliate after recent air raids on Syrian arms depots.
🇺🇸 USA Urges Calm, Sends Carrier to Mediterranean
The White House has urged both Russia and Iran to avoid escalation. A US aircraft carrier strike group is now en route to the Mediterranean Sea to "protect allies and ensure stability."
🇨🇳 China Holds Emergency Briefing
China’s foreign ministry called for a “ceasefire and mutual respect” during an emergency press briefing. However, satellite imagery shows Chinese naval assets repositioning near disputed waters around Taiwan.
🛢️ Oil Prices Surge, Markets React
Brent crude jumped 6% in global trading, and Wall Street futures fell by over 300 points. The IMF warned that prolonged instability could trigger a "stagflation-style crisis" in developing economies.
📣 Statement from UN
The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has demanded an emergency session and condemned attacks on civilian infrastructure. “This is a dangerous spiral that must be stopped,” he stated.
📢 Final Note
This is a developing story. We will provide updates as soon as more information becomes available. Stay with us for accurate, real-time global coverage.
Labels: Ukraine, Russia, Israel, Iran, USA, China, Global Conflict, July 21 2025, Breaking News, Oil Prices, Military Action, World News
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