Daily brief
The FBI searched the home of Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson as part of an investigation into the alleged leak of classified documents, seizing her phone and two computers. The Washington Post described the action as a highly unusual and aggressive move against a journalist, reportedly connected to a leak of Pentagon documents.
The United States and United Kingdom have begun withdrawing or advising some personnel to leave the Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar amid heightened tensions and threats exchanged with Iran.
European NATO allies, including Germany, France, Denmark, and Sweden, are moving to reinforce Greenland militarily after diplomatic efforts failed to deter President Donald Trump, who has reportedly refused to rule out using force regarding the island.
The United States has designated several branches of the Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist organizations, a move welcomed by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (ongoing coverage).
Multiple reports suggest the United States may be preparing a military strike against Iran in the coming days, while President Donald Trump stated that the killing of protesters in Iran 'is stopping'.