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Iran Amid Rising Hormuz Tensions

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Iran Renewed Attacks on Gulf States Following Continued US Strikes

Tensions escalate as Iran and the US target military sites and shipping traffic in the Gulf, raising fears of all-out conflict.

Jul 18, 2026, 5:43 AM CNA Latest News

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UK’s Burnham Faces Early Test Amid Renewed US Strikes on Iran

Incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham must decide on Britain's support for US military actions against Iran as talks continue over the use of British bases.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 18, 2026, 5:01 AM

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Iran Warns of Full-Scale Offensive if US Bombing Continues

Iranian Major General Mohsen Rezaei warns of expanded attacks if US strikes persist, as missile barrages are intercepted over Jordan and tensions rise in the Gulf region.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 18, 2026, 4:17 AM

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U.S.-Iran Dispute Over Strait of Hormuz Raises Concerns for Global Shipping

Analysts warn that recognizing Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz could encourage other nations to claim strategic waterways, increasing risks for international maritime navigation.

NPR News | Jul 18, 2026, 1:51 AM

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US Conducts Seventh Night of Strikes on Iran Amid Conflicting Reports of Explosions Near Strait of Hormuz

The US military continues targeted strikes to degrade Iranian military capabilities, while Iran reports explosions and tanker incidents near the strategic Strait of Hormuz, claims disputed by US Central Command.

BBC World | Jul 18, 2026, 1:47 AM

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UN Chief Urges Diplomatic Efforts Amid Escalating US-Iran Conflict in Gulf Region

The UN Secretary-General expresses deep concern over intensified military clashes between Iran and the United States, calling for renewed diplomacy to restore peace and navigational freedoms in the Strait of Hormuz.

UN News | Jul 17, 2026, 9:14 PM

Trump Media to Sell Priority Access to Truth Social Posts, Drawing Criticism

Donald Trump’s media company plans to charge Wall Street firms for expedited access to posts on Truth Social, raising concerns about conflicts of interest and market impact.

Guardian US | Jul 17, 2026, 1:56 AM

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US Vice-President JD Vance Accuses Israeli Officials of Influencing American Opinion to Prolong Iran Conflict

JD Vance claims some Israeli leaders oppose US-Iran negotiations and seek to extend the war, while the White House acknowledges foreign influence on US public opinion.

BBC World | Jul 16, 2026, 11:42 PM

Donald Trump to Deliver Primetime TV Address Amid Speculation on Election Security and Iran Conflict

The US president promises 'really big news' in a Thursday evening speech expected to focus on election integrity and renewed military actions against Iran.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 11:22 PM

politics

Congress Poised to Approve $60 Billion Funding for Pentagon Despite Audit Failures

House Republicans propose a budget reconciliation bill to allocate $60 billion to the Department of Defense amid ongoing concerns over financial accountability and rising war costs in Iran.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 10:08 PM

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US Conducts Sixth Consecutive Night of Attacks Amid Iran's Warning of Broader Conflict

Iranian media reports key infrastructure targeted as tensions escalate between the US and Iran.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 9:56 PM

world

Donald Trump Does Not Rule Out US Ground Invasion of Iran Amid Renewed Conflict

As fighting resumes and US strikes continue in Iran, former President Donald Trump has not dismissed the possibility of deploying US troops on the ground.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 7:22 PM

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Monitoring the Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalating US-Iran Conflict

As Iran and the United States continue to exchange fire over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, multiple surveillance methods are employed to track activity in the region.

Africanews | Jul 16, 2026, 5:30 PM

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Israeli Attacks Kill at Least Five Palestinians in Gaza Despite Ceasefire

Violations of the October ceasefire continue with ongoing attacks in Gaza, resulting in over 1,100 Palestinian deaths since the agreement.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 4:36 PM

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Iran Regime Escalates Calls for Revenge Following Ayatollah Khamenei’s Death

Iran’s leadership intensifies rhetoric demanding retaliation, mobilizing domestic supporters and warning Western officials amid heightened tensions.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 16, 2026, 1:01 PM

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Ambiguity in US-Iran MoU Sparks Renewed Conflict in Strait of Hormuz

A vague memorandum of understanding on safe passage has failed to clarify governance of the Strait of Hormuz, leading to escalating military tensions between the US and Iran.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 10:55 AM

US Attacks Oil Tanker Near Kharg Island Amid Escalating Iran Conflict; Tehran Releases US Citizen

The US renewed its blockade on Iranian ports by disabling an oil tanker near Kharg Island, while Iran faced strikes including on Tehran. Meanwhile, Iran released a detained US citizen and immigration enforcement deaths prompt international scrutiny.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 10:48 AM

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Trump Acknowledges Knowledge of Iran’s Remaining IRGC Leaders but Declines to Disclose Plans

President Donald Trump confirms awareness of the whereabouts of Iran’s lower-tier IRGC leaders but refrains from discussing potential military actions publicly amid ongoing tensions.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 9:40 AM

politics

House Democrats Split as Nearly Half Vote to Cut Off Aid to Israel Amid Shifting Public Opinion

A contentious vote in the House revealed deep divisions within the Democratic Party over U.S. assistance to Israel, reflecting changing sentiments among Americans.

NBC Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 6:29 AM

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Israeli Airstrikes Kill at Least 12 in Gaza Amid Ongoing Tensions

Despite a months-old ceasefire with Hamas, Israeli strikes on Gaza have resulted in multiple deaths over two days, drawing condemnation from the United Nations Human Rights Office.

Africanews | Jul 16, 2026, 5:30 AM

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Former US Ambassador Says Iran Miscalculated Trump’s Resolve Amid Heaviest Strikes Since MOU

Nightly strikes between the US and Iran have intensified following the Memorandum of Understanding signed a month ago, with a former US ambassador highlighting Tehran's misjudgment of former President Trump's stance.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 5:02 AM

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Iran Releases Wrongfully Detained American Citizen, Says Trump

US President Donald Trump announced the release of a US-Iranian citizen held in Iran since December 2024, calling it a gesture of goodwill amid ongoing tensions.

France 24 English | Jul 16, 2026, 3:11 AM

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Iran Launches Strikes on Gulf Amid Iranian FM Araghchi’s Visit to Qatar

While Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi visits Qatar to honor the late Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin al Thani, Iran conducts strikes in the Gulf region.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 2:44 AM

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Trump Signals Willingness to Eliminate Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps as He Did ISIS

President Trump expressed readiness to take decisive action against the IRGC, paralleling his 2019 campaign against ISIS, amid renewed tensions and a blockade on Iranian ports.

Washington Times News | Jul 16, 2026, 1:33 AM