Iran and US Exchange Strikes, Ending Brief Ceasefire in Middle East Conflict
US Central Command intercepted multiple ballistic missiles fired by Iran, while US and Saudi forces retaliated against Iran-aligned targets in Iraq.
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US Central Command intercepted multiple ballistic missiles fired by Iran, while US and Saudi forces retaliated against Iran-aligned targets in Iraq.
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Saudi Arabia intercepted drones allegedly launched by Iran-backed militias in Iraq, while Houthi rebels claimed to have forced a Saudi oil tanker to reverse course amid ongoing regional tensions.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 29, 2026, 1:04 AM
world
The US military intercepted several ballistic missiles launched by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targeting US forces in the Middle East, ending a brief pause in hostilities.
CNA Latest News | Jul 29, 2026, 12:13 AM
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Hundreds gathered to honor the late Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, a prominent Republican and key ally of former President Donald Trump.
Al Jazeera | Jul 28, 2026, 9:29 PM
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North Korea’s evolving nuclear strategy contrasts sharply with Iran’s vulnerability amid ongoing Middle East conflicts, highlighting strategic lessons for authoritarian regimes.
Washington Times News | Jul 28, 2026, 7:51 PM
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Newly released documentary excerpts show the late senator expressing joy over the US-Israel war on Iran and discussing further military actions with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
Al Jazeera | Jul 28, 2026, 6:44 PM
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US President Donald Trump has placed large-scale military strikes on Iran on hold, facing significant domestic opposition and complex strategic challenges.
Al Jazeera | Jul 28, 2026, 5:25 PM
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The Security Council convened on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, to discuss escalating violence and humanitarian challenges in Gaza and the West Bank following the fragile ceasefire of October 2025.
UN News | Jul 28, 2026, 4:46 PM
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A new analysis urges incorporating Israeli air-defense technology into the U.S. Golden Dome missile shield to address immediate drone and cruise missile threats.
Fox News Latest | Jul 28, 2026, 3:51 PM
global-institutions
Volker Türk highlights ongoing displacement and destruction amid continued conflict despite ceasefire, urging stronger protections for marginalized groups.
UN News | Jul 28, 2026, 3:29 PM
world
US President Donald Trump signals optimism over negotiations with Iran following a pause in military strikes, while regional conflicts and maritime disputes continue to escalate.
Al Jazeera | Jul 28, 2026, 3:06 PM
politics
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visits Washington to discuss escalating security threats and honor late Ukraine defender Lindsey Graham.
Reason | Jul 28, 2026, 2:34 PM
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President Donald Trump has shifted U.S. policy by threatening to strike Iran’s last untouched nuclear site, Pickaxe Mountain, raising questions about the site’s significance and the feasibility of such an attack.
Fox News Latest | Jul 27, 2026, 6:54 PM
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President Donald Trump has shifted U.S. policy by threatening to target Iran’s last untouched nuclear site, raising questions about the facility’s significance and the feasibility of an airstrike.
Fox News Latest | Jul 27, 2026, 6:39 PM
world
A pause in hostilities between Iran and the United States offers temporary relief for Gulf shipping and global oil markets amid ongoing tensions.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 27, 2026, 1:19 PM
politics
After a weekend pause in military strikes, Iran asserts control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz and reports no new attacks amid ongoing conflict with the U.S.
The Hill | Jul 27, 2026, 12:42 PM
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Jay Clayton, nominated by President Donald Trump, is expected to be confirmed as the US director of national intelligence following a contentious hearing, filling the vacancy left by Tulsi Gabbard.
Guardian US | Jul 27, 2026, 12:01 PM
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After 13 consecutive nights of US strikes targeting Iranian coastal areas, both the United States and Tehran have paused attacks to allow space for renewed ceasefire talks.
France 24 English | Jul 27, 2026, 9:35 AM
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Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate prices dropped sharply as hopes rise for a diplomatic resolution to recent conflicts affecting key shipping routes.
CNA Latest News | Jul 27, 2026, 8:56 AM
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Since March 2026, Myanmar’s military has increased repression and aerial bombings targeting civilians following a command restructure under a new military chief.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 27, 2026, 7:18 AM
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Iran condemns a Ukrainian strike on its commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea as a violation of international law and signals consequences.
Al Jazeera | Jul 27, 2026, 6:43 AM
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The Monetary Authority of Singapore raises the appreciation rate of the Singapore dollar amid elevated oil prices and inflation risks linked to ongoing Middle East tensions.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 27, 2026, 5:19 AM
world
Shipping traffic through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait dropped to its lowest in months following attacks by Yemeni Houthis on Saudi oil installations, while transit through the Strait of Hormuz remained low despite a pause in U.S.-Iran strikes.
CNA Latest News | Jul 27, 2026, 4:34 AM
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A joint offensive by a separatist group and an al-Qaeda affiliate has intensified fighting in northern Mali, complicating peace efforts.
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