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US Strikes on Iran’s Southern Islands Raise Questions of Potential Seizure

Recent US military actions on Iran’s southern islands have reignited speculation about Washington’s intentions to seize Iranian territory amid ongoing conflict.

Jul 15, 2026, 12:09 PM Al Jazeera

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Trump Threatens Strikes on Iran’s Civilian Infrastructure, Scraps Hormuz Toll Amid Middle East Tensions

President Donald Trump warns of targeting Iran’s power plants and bridges if no deal is reached, while reversing a plan to impose a 20% toll on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 12:00 PM

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Iran Launches Attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, Claims Strike on US Fifth Fleet’s Command Centre

On Tuesday night, July 15th 2026, Iran conducted attacks across the Middle East, targeting Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, and claimed to have destroyed the US Fifth Fleet’s command centre.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 9:54 AM

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More Than 30 Civilians Killed in Recent US Strikes on Iran, Tehran Says

US and Iran exchange strikes amid resumed US naval blockade on Iranian ports and shifting US policy on Strait of Hormuz tolls.

France 24 English | Jul 15, 2026, 8:47 AM

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China’s Big Three Airlines Face Up to $1.33 Billion Loss Amid Middle East Conflict

China Southern, Air China, and China Eastern report deeper first-half losses primarily due to rising fuel costs linked to ongoing Middle East war.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 8:33 AM

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US Launches New Strikes on Iran as IRGC Reports Attacks on US Military Sites in Gulf

The United States conducted a seven-hour military operation targeting Iranian sites near the Strait of Hormuz amid renewed naval blockades and rising oil prices, while Iran claimed retaliatory strikes on US facilities.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 8:09 AM

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Iran Launches Strikes on Neighbors Amid US Blockade Reinstatement and Trump Threats

Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps attacked US military installations in the Middle East following renewed US strikes and President Trump's reinstatement of a blockade on Iranian shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Euronews | Jul 15, 2026, 4:39 AM

business

China’s GDP Growth Slows to 4.3%, Marking Slowest Pace in Over Three Years

Industrial production grew 5.4% in early 2026, but weak consumption and fragile economic momentum weigh on outlook.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 4:04 AM

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Democrats Debate U.S. Sanctions and Arms Embargo on Israel Amid Conflicting Views

Rahm Emanuel and Ro Khanna express differing perspectives on sanctions targeting Israeli settlements and the feasibility of an arms embargo, highlighting confusion over the scope of proposed measures.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 2:55 AM

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Trump Vows Continued Strikes on Iran Amid IRGC Attacks on US Forces

Former President Trump declares US strikes on Iran will persist until he decides otherwise, following IRGC attacks on American forces in the Middle East.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 12:37 AM

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Iran Launches Missile and Drone Barrage Targeting US Naval Base in Bahrain

Sirens sounded across Bahrain’s capital as Iranian state media reported an attack on a US naval support base.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 12:06 AM

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US and Iran Exchange Strikes as Interim Peace Deal Collapses, Raising Tensions in Gulf

The United States launched strikes on Iranian targets in Khuzestan province, while Iran targeted US allies and shipping in the Gulf, escalating conflict and undermining a recent peace agreement.

Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 8:05 PM

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Iran Launches Missile Strikes on US Bases After Trump’s Sea Blockade Threat

Tensions escalate as President Trump briefly demands tolls on Strait of Hormuz shipping before retreating, amid ongoing conflict and military strikes.

BBC World | Jul 14, 2026, 7:56 PM

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Trump Withdraws 20% Strait of Hormuz Transit Fee Amid Rising US-Iran Conflict

Following escalating tensions between the US and Iran, President Donald Trump reverses his plan to impose a transit fee, opting instead for investment deals with Gulf States.

Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 7:31 PM

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Trump Withdraws 20% Hormuz Fee Proposal, Opts for Gulf Investment Deals

US President Donald Trump abandons plan to impose a 20% charge on commercial cargo through the Strait of Hormuz, replacing it with trade and investment agreements with Gulf states amid ongoing regional tensions.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 14, 2026, 4:34 PM

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Japan's Tourism Sector Forecasts 42 Million Visitors in 2026 Amid Challenges

Mori Trust projects steady visitor numbers for 2026 and highlights the importance of repeat tourists to meet Japan's 2030 target of 60 million foreign travelers.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 2:28 PM

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Challenges Persist for U.S. in Regaining Full Control of Strait of Hormuz

Experts say restoring prewar oil tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz demands a significant U.S. military presence amid ongoing Iranian asymmetric warfare tactics.

CBS Politics | Jul 14, 2026, 2:19 PM

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World Leaders Visit Qatar to Condole Death of Former Emir Sheikh Hamad

Following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, leaders from the Middle East and beyond have gathered in Qatar to pay their respects.

Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 1:53 PM

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Inflation Drops More Than Expected in June as Gas Prices Ease Amid U.S.-Iran Talks

June inflation in the U.S. fell to its lowest level since March, aided by a decline in gas prices following negotiations between the U.S. and Iran.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 14, 2026, 1:18 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating US President Donald Trump has issued a threat to target a heavily-fortified underground nuclear site in Iran known as Pickaxe Mountain.

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Trump Threatens Attack on Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain Nuclear Facility

US President Donald Trump has issued a threat to target a heavily-fortified underground nuclear site in Iran known as Pickaxe Mountain.

Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 7:05 AM

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Trump Threatens Attack on Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain Nuclear Facility

US President Donald Trump has issued a threat to target a heavily-fortified underground nuclear site in Iran known as Pickaxe Mountain.

Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 6:47 AM

Industrial port worker overlooking bulk-material handling equipment and a cargo vessel.

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Trump Reimposes Naval Blockade on Strait of Hormuz, Ending Preliminary Iran Deal

President Donald Trump announced a naval blockade on Iranian ports and new charges on commercial ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz, unraveling a recent peace agreement and escalating tensions.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 14, 2026, 3:09 AM

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Trump Reimposes Strait of Hormuz Blockade, Ending Preliminary Peace Deal with Iran

President Donald Trump announced a naval blockade on Iranian ports and new charges on commercial ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz, unraveling a recent peace agreement and escalating tensions.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 14, 2026, 1:59 AM

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US Launches Third Night of Strikes on Iran Amid Ongoing Tensions

The United States escalated military actions against Iran with fresh strikes and a blockade, while President Donald Trump indicated a potential for a deal with Tehran.

France 24 English | Jul 14, 2026, 1:16 AM