Former US Ambassador Warns US-Iran Escalation is ‘Pointless’
Barbara Leaf cautions that escalating tensions between the US and Iran yield no decisive victories and urges direct negotiations to avoid broader regional conflict.
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Barbara Leaf cautions that escalating tensions between the US and Iran yield no decisive victories and urges direct negotiations to avoid broader regional conflict.
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US President Donald Trump claims a disarmament deal with Hamas, while US-Iran tensions escalate with strikes and missile attacks in the region.
France 24 English | Jul 31, 2026, 12:41 AM
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An unidentified drone caused a fire at Egypt’s Mediterranean port of Damietta, marking the first attack on Egyptian soil since the Iran war began, while U.S. forces continued targeting Iranian military infrastructure.
Washington Times News | Jul 31, 2026, 12:32 AM
politics
The White House is exploring reopening closed refineries, including one in the Virgin Islands, to address high gasoline prices linked to the Iran conflict.
The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 9:34 PM
world
Following US-Saudi strikes on Iran-linked armed groups in Iraq, Riyadh accuses the Popular Mobilisation Forces of targeting its oil infrastructure, escalating regional tensions.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 9:32 PM
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The Senate voted 49-50 against a resolution aimed at curbing President Donald Trump’s authority to continue military actions in Iran amid escalating conflict and public skepticism.
Guardian US | Jul 30, 2026, 8:36 PM
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Following U.S. airstrikes targeting Iran-backed militias, Iran’s Revolutionary Guard warns of punishment against the U.S. and Gulf nations aiding Washington, intensifying tensions in the region.
The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 8:16 PM
politics
President Trump met with Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss strategies amid ongoing conflict with Iran and its proxies.
CBS Politics | Jul 30, 2026, 8:02 PM
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Mass returns from Iran and Pakistan, combined with economic hardship and shrinking aid, increase vulnerability to exploitation for Afghan returnees, UN agencies report.
UN News | Jul 30, 2026, 7:30 PM
politics
Despite growing GOP concerns over the war's expansion and rising energy prices, Senate Republicans narrowly defeated a resolution aimed at directing President Trump to withdraw U.S. troops from Iran-related conflicts.
The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 6:00 PM
world
A Ukrainian drone attack on an Iranian vessel carrying military equipment to Russia in the Caspian Sea has prompted Tehran to threaten a response, while Kyiv seeks to avoid escalation.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 30, 2026, 5:41 PM
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Iran’s recent missile strike on a US base in Jordan signals a controlled confrontation aimed at maintaining pressure on Washington without escalating to full-scale war.
BBC World | Jul 30, 2026, 5:39 PM
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A new CNN poll reveals widespread public dissatisfaction with Donald Trump’s leadership less than 100 days before the 2026 midterm elections.
Guardian US | Jul 30, 2026, 5:18 PM
world
The war in Iran has driven up fuel and fertilizer prices in Sudan, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian crisis and risking severe food shortages.
Africanews | Jul 30, 2026, 4:59 PM
politics
President Trump signals he may pull the nomination of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche until two Senate Republicans opposing the confirmation leave office next year.
NBC Politics | Jul 30, 2026, 4:57 PM
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Democrats lead Republicans by 8 points in new CNN poll as Sabato’s Crystal Ball updates key midterm race projections.
The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 4:38 PM
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The Navy plans to increase production of MK-48 and MK-54 torpedoes under a new congressional budget as lawmakers emphasize readiness for simultaneous regional conflicts.
Fox News Latest | Jul 30, 2026, 4:34 PM
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Dozens were detained outside Westminster Magistrates’ Court during a protest organized by Defend Our Juries against charges related to support for Palestine Action.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 3:46 PM
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A significant plume of smoke was observed over Ahvaz, a city in southwestern Iran, after fresh attacks attributed to the United States.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 3:36 PM
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After stabilizing its economy post-Covid-19 default, Zambia's next administration must navigate tough policy decisions to sustain growth, while regional conflicts disrupt global oil supplies.
Africanews | Jul 30, 2026, 3:27 PM
global-institutions
Independent UN experts call for urgent aid to Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh following reports of boat capsizes off Myanmar’s coast and highlight violations against Bahá’ís in Iran.
UN News | Jul 30, 2026, 2:54 PM
world
Missile barrages between the United States and Iran resumed on Thursday, escalating regional tensions and casting doubt on rapid diplomatic progress.
Africanews | Jul 30, 2026, 2:44 PM
politics
Quinnipiac University survey reveals growing public skepticism about the duration and support for U.S. military action in Iran following recent escalations.
The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 2:20 PM
politics
Following Tehran’s surprise strikes, the U.S. launched a heavy two-hour barrage on Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps targets, while Senate Judiciary Committee delays a key nomination vote.
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