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en.globes.co.ilpolitics4 hrs ago
Saudi Jets Strike Sanaa Airport After Mahan Air Flight; Trump Approved Strikes
President Trump approved Saudi military action against the Houthis after a Friday call with MBS. Saudi forces struck Sanaa airport on Monday, forcing an Iran-linked plane to divert, and the Houthis responded with attacks on Abha airport.
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westernjournal.compolitics4 hrs ago
U.S. Reinstates Iran Sanctions After Shipping Attacks Resume in Strait of Hormuz
President Trump ended a month-old memorandum of understanding with Iran and restored sanctions after Iranian forces resumed firing on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement had been intended to reopen the waterway but left control and fee arrangements unclear.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics5 hrs ago
Democratic Lawmakers Visit Cuba, Call U.S. Energy Embargo a 'Silent Gaza' After Maduro Capture
Four Democratic members of Congress arrived in Cuba on July 9 and met with President Miguel Díaz-Canel. They described the U.S. energy embargo as creating conditions akin to a silent Gaza and said they would seek amendments to limit its health effects.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics6 hrs ago
Trump Says U.S. Will Guard Strait of Hormuz, Charge 20 % Transit Fee, and Blockade Iranian Ports
President Donald Trump announced the U.S. will guard the Strait of Hormuz and impose a 20 per cent cargo fee. Oil prices rose after missile exchanges, while separate Australian developments included housing polls, an AI copyright proposal, union pressure, and the death of actor S…
jns.orgpolitics3 hrs agoUpdated
U.S. Secretary of State Rubio Enacts Sanctions on International Criminal Court
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the effort on July 13 through an op-ed and video, outlining sanctions and diplomatic pressure on the court and its member states. The United States has never joined the ICC under the 2002 Rome Statute.
abcnews.go.compolitics11 hrs ago
U.S. administration considers sanctions on International Criminal Court
The administration is examining travel bans, visa revocations, and additional sanctions against the International Criminal Court. Officials describe the measures as a response to what they view as the court's overreach into U.S. sovereignty.
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al-monitor.compolitics13 hrs ago
Iraqi Prime Minister to Visit White House; Cabinet Approves U.S. Energy Deals, Replaces Russian Operator
Ali al-Zaidi will meet President Donald Trump during a July 13-18 trip focused on oil, gas and power investments. The agenda follows cabinet approvals for U.S. firms and a policy shift after the Iran war.
abcnews.go.compolitics13 hrs agoUpdated
U.S. Strikes Iran After Ship Attack; Iran Asserts Control of Strait of Hormuz
The United States conducted strikes on Iranian targets on July 11, 2026, following an attack on a container ship. The Trump administration said a nuclear deal is increasingly unlikely while demanding Iran declare the strait open.
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vanguardngr.compolitics1 day ago
Trump Voices NATO Frustrations and Praises Turkey at Ankara Summit
US President Donald Trump arrived in Ankara last Tuesday and issued sharp remarks on NATO allies, Iran, and Spain before expressing satisfaction after meetings with leaders.
asiaone.comworld1 day ago
U.S., UK and 12 nations reaffirm 2016 ruling against China's South China Sea claims
The United States, United Kingdom and 12 other countries issued a joint statement on Sunday rejecting China's expansive maritime claims in the South China Sea. The statement cited the 2016 arbitration ruling that found no legal basis for those claims under the U.N. Convention on…
abcnews.go.comfinance2 days ago
U.S. to License Patriot Production in Ukraine
President Trump told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy this week that the United States will grant a license for Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors. A House Foreign Affairs Committee member said U.S. defense contractors have an interest in complying with th…
jpost.compolitics2 days ago
Trump: U.S. Is Locked and Loaded if Iran Targets Him
President Trump stated on July 11, 2026, that the United States is prepared to respond if Iran targets him. CNN published the remark the same day. An Iranian parliamentary official separately told CNN that distrust continues to block a deal framework.
abcnews.go.comworld1 day agoUpdated
Russian Missile and Drone Strikes Kill 10 in Ukraine, Injure Over 80
Russia launched 12 missiles and 121 drones across Ukraine overnight, killing at least 10 people and injuring more than 80. Officials reported damage to homes, vehicles and government facilities in multiple regions.
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ndtv.compolitics2 days ago
U.S. officials tracked Iranian threats against President Trump before ceasefire ended
U.S. agencies monitored Iranian plots targeting the president for years, with warnings increasing after the start of the war. Israeli officials shared new intelligence shortly before the ceasefire ended this week.
arynews.tvworld3 days ago
U.S. air strikes kill 17 and injure 115 in six Iranian cities
U.S. air strikes on Tuesday and Wednesday killed 17 people and injured 115 others across six cities in Iran, a Health Ministry spokesperson said. The strikes mark the latest reported military action between the two countries.
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arynews.tvpolitics3 days agoUpdated
U.S. Seeks Iran Pledge to Keep Strait of Hormuz Open
The Trump administration has asked Iran to publicly state that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to commercial traffic and to stop attacks on merchant ships by tomorrow. The request follows reported violations of a prior memorandum and two rounds of U.S. strikes.
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jns.orgfinance3 days ago
U.S. Strikes Over 80 Iranian Targets After Ceasefire Ends
President Trump threatened new strikes on Iran hours after declaring the U.S.-Iran ceasefire over. U.S. forces hit more than 80 targets, Iran responded with attacks on U.S. sites in Bahrain and Kuwait, and oil prices rose above $76 a barrel.
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foxnews.compolitics3 days ago
Fox News host says business background disqualifies Kushner and Witkoff from Iran talks
Fox News host Brian Kilmeade said Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff lack the regional expertise needed to lead negotiations with Iran. He recommended Secretary of State Marco Rubio take over the talks.
Propublicapolitics3 days ago
U.S. Works With Venezuelan Official Accused in Dissident Killing
Chilean prosecutors accuse Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello of ordering the 2024 killing of exiled Venezuelan Lt. Ronald Ojeda. The Trump administration has continued direct cooperation with Cabello on oil, mining, and earthquake relief since Maduro's January capture.
Washington Examinerpolitics3 days ago
U.S.-Iran MOU signed June 17, Israeli polls show drop in Trump support
A 14-point memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran took effect June 17. Israeli surveys conducted later that month recorded lower confidence in U.S. policy toward Israel.
theconversation.comworld3 days ago
U.S. lacks confirmed ambassadors in 41 African countries
More than 40 African nations currently have no Senate-confirmed ambassador. The vacancies widened after more than a dozen career ambassadors were recalled in December.
ukdefencejournal.org.ukpolitics3 days agoUpdated
NATO Summit Produces Joint Defense Pledge and U.S. Arms Decision for Ukraine
NATO leaders concluded their Ankara meeting on July 8 with a collective defense declaration. The United States approved Ukraine's purchase of Patriot missiles and will assist in their production.
Abc Newsscience3 days ago
Equatorial Guinea Holds U.S. Deportees in Hotel Also Used for Suspected Ebola Case
Migrants deported from the U.S. and held in a hotel in Equatorial Guinea report that authorities placed at least one suspected Ebola patient in the same facility. Lawyers representing the detainees say medical staff in protective gear brought the individual to a lower floor last…
arynews.tvpolitics2 days agoUpdated
Iran Holds Funeral for Former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei After Delays
U.S. President Donald Trump issued threats against Iran following the burial of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, where mourners openly called for Trump's killing. The funeral procession in Mashhad was delayed by crowds and disrupted by U.S. strikes on railway bridges…
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The Hillpolitics4 days ago
President signals intent to lift Turkey sanctions, faces congressional pushback
President Trump said Tuesday he will remove sanctions on Turkey. Several lawmakers and regional governments have raised objections tied to Turkey's possession of a Russian air defense system.
New York Postpolitics4 days ago
New York City Cancels Meeting With Iranian U.N. Official After State Department Intervention
A scheduled meeting between New York City's international affairs office and Iran's permanent representative to the United Nations was canceled after the State Department intervened. The mayor said the request originated from Iranian officials and was recognized as an error by ci…
Al-Monitorpolitics4 days ago
Democratic Senators Urge Block on Defense Bill Over Israel Cooperation
Six Democratic senators led by Chris Van Hollen sent a letter calling on colleagues to block the National Defense Authorization Act until the Senate debates new measures to deepen U.S.-Israel military and intelligence ties. The letter criticizes any steps that would strengthen re…
globalnews.capolitics4 days ago
Ukraine Leader Says Licenses for Patriot Production Discussed With U.S. Officials
Ukraine's president stated that licenses for Patriot missile production were discussed in detail with U.S. officials. The country will receive PAC-3 interceptors in coming days, and further talks on the licenses will continue.
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cnbc.comworld4 days ago
U.S. State Department Condemns Iran’s Persecution of Christians
The State Department issued a statement on Iran’s repression of religious minorities, including a Catholic woman sentenced to nearly 10 years in prison. The remarks coincided with new U.S. military strikes against Iran over tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.
politics4 days ago
Lebanon-Israel Deal Conditions Israeli Withdrawal on Hezbollah Disarmament
A U.S.-brokered agreement between Lebanon and Israel ties full Israeli troop withdrawal to the disarmament of Hezbollah. The arrangement has prompted protests and warnings of political deadlock from Hezbollah supporters.
ndtv.compolitics4 days ago
Israel's defense minister rejects U.S. president's claim of Lebanon withdrawal
Israel's defense minister said Israel will keep forces in southern Lebanon until Hezbollah is disarmed. The statement directly contradicts the U.S. president's earlier assertion that a withdrawal deal had been reached.
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abcnews.go.compolitics4 days ago
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Killed in U.S.-Israel Attack After 37 Years in Power
Iran held a five-day funeral procession for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei following his death in a joint attack by the United States and Israel. His son and designated successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, was wounded in the same strike and has remained out of public view.
Yonhappolitics4 days ago
Flynn Says South Korea Should Rely on U.S. Security Umbrella Rather Than Develop Nuclear Arms
Michael Flynn, former U.S. national security adviser, told a Seoul forum on July 9 that South Korea should avoid nuclear weapons because they would increase tensions with other states. He instead endorsed a long-term U.S. security guarantee and cautioned that a wartime operationa…
winnipegfreepress.comscience4 days ago
Italian Region Continues Cuban Doctors Program Despite U.S. Pressure
Calabria continues to employ more than 200 Cuban medical staff in its hospitals. The program has drawn visits from U.S. officials seeking alternatives.
livemint.compolitics5 days ago
Trump Shifts Tone on Europe During Turkey Meeting
President Trump alternated between criticism and approval of European countries during a meeting in Turkey. The session highlighted ongoing tensions with some allies whose patience has reportedly worn thin.
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news.google.comfinance5 days ago
U.S. oil prices projected above $80 per barrel this month
Market expectations for U.S. oil prices shifted sharply after a statement from President Trump. The probability of prices exceeding $80 per barrel rose from 13 percent to a near-certainty within one day.
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rediff.compolitics5 days ago
U.S. and Iran resume attacks as Israel monitors developments
Iran and the United States have resumed attacks. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials are monitoring the situation and its potential effect on decisions regarding Hezbollah.
nbcnews.compolitics5 days agoUpdated
Trump Says U.S. Will Strike Iran
President Trump stated a large attack on Iran could occur tonight and might target Kharg. He also said the U.S. could reimpose a blockade limited to Iran.
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Semaforpolitics5 days ago
U.S. president seeks to lift ban on F-35 sales to Türkiye
The administration wants to resume sales of the advanced fighter jets to Ankara. Lawmakers from both parties have rejected the proposal, and Israel has expressed opposition.
al-monitor.compolitics3 days agoUpdated
Trump Says Ceasefire With Iran Is Over but Agrees to Resume Talks
President Trump stated on July 10 that the United States informed Iran the ceasefire is over while agreeing to resume negotiations after a Qatari delegation arrived in Tehran. The announcement followed Iranian strikes on U.S. sites in Gulf states on July 9 and unclaimed airstrike…
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Semaforpolitics5 days ago
U.S. Weighs Disabling Turkish S-400 System to Restore F-35 Access
The Trump administration is considering asking Türkiye to disable parts of its Russian S-400 air-defense system as a condition for restoring access to F-35 fighter jets. The option has been discussed before but remains under review.
The Guardianpolitics4 days agoUpdated
Ukraine Needs Technical Details Finalized Before Producing Patriot Missiles
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on July 9 that additional agreements with the United States are required before Kyiv can begin manufacturing its own Patriot air-defense missiles. The comment followed President Trump's July 8 announcement of a licensing plan made durin…
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ynet.co.ilpolitics5 days agoUpdated
U.S. Considers Restoring Turkey's Access to F-35 Program
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he opposes any sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth canceled a planned meeting with Netanyahu and Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz that was to address the issue.
Japan Timespolitics5 days ago
NATO Chief Meets Trump at Ankara Summit, Urges Allies to Match U.S. Defense Spending
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte met U.S. President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the NATO leaders' summit in Ankara on July 8, 2026. Rutte told reporters the United States remains fully committed to the alliance while calling for equal defense spending by European and Canadi…
cnbc.compolitics6 days agoSourced
Trump notifies Congress of intent to lift Syria terrorism designation
President Trump informed Congress on July 8, 2026, of plans to rescind Syria's State Sponsor of Terrorism designation after a 45-day pre-notification period. The move follows the June 30, 2025 Executive Order directing sanctions relief and will end major U.S. sanctions on Syria.
en.antaranews.compolitics6 days ago
U.S. Support for Israel Faces Growing Domestic Pressure
A senior Democratic figure visiting Israel called for ending unconditional U.S. backing. The statement comes as public opinion in the United States shows signs of shifting.
Nbc Newspolitics6 days ago
NBC News Reports U.S. Airstrikes, Rape Allegations Against Senate Candidates, and Northeast Flood Alerts
NBC News covered U.S. retaliatory airstrikes, calls for a Senate nominee to withdraw, flood alerts in the Northeast and other stories on July 8, 2026.
Abc Newspolitics6 days ago
U.S. Revokes Iranian Oil-Sale License but Allows Wind-Down Period Until July 17
The United States revoked a license authorizing Iranian oil exports, reversing a provision in a June memorandum of understanding. The decision followed attacks on three commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz since Monday. Peace talks between the countries remain ongoing.
thehindu.compolitics6 days ago
U.S.-brokered Israel-Lebanon deal tests Iran agreement on Hezbollah disarmament
The agreement lets Israeli forces stay in southern Lebanon until the Lebanese army can control Hezbollah. A U.S. official said the deal aligns with an earlier U.S.-Iran memorandum on Lebanese sovereignty.
nypost.compolitics6 days ago
Trump Considers Lifting F-35 Ban on Turkey as Netanyahu Opposes Sale
President Trump is considering lifting a prior ban on F-35 sales to Turkey while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned the move would upset the regional balance.
en.globes.co.ilworld6 days ago
Former U.S. official to call for changes in U.S.-Israel ties during Tel Aviv speech
A former U.S. official and potential Democratic presidential candidate will deliver remarks in Tel Aviv criticizing Israeli policy and proposing new conditions on U.S. support. The speech comes as polls show declining Democratic backing for Israel.
Breaking Defensepolitics6 days ago
Trump Announces U.S. Will Lift Sanctions on Turkey Over S-400 Purchase
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Washington would remove sanctions imposed on Turkey in 2020. The announcement came ahead of a meeting with Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan at a NATO summit. Trump also voiced support for selling F-35 fighter jets to Turkey.
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deccanchronicle.compolitics6 days ago
Russian Officials Report Ongoing Contacts With U.S. Administration on Peace Efforts
Officials stated that diplomatic contacts with the U.S. administration continue and expressed hope that peace initiatives will succeed. They also reported a territorial gain near Kostiantynivka and ongoing buffer zone creation.
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khaama.compolitics6 days ago
NATO Summit Opens in Ankara as U.S. Reviews Troop Presence and Secretary-General Urges Defence Industrial Push
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte urged a transatlantic defence industrial revolution at the Ankara summit. The meeting follows US troop withdrawals from Europe and a six-month review of American military presence on the continent.
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Semaforpolitics7 days ago
Rahm Emanuel to Tell Israeli Audiences U.S. Support Should Be Contingent on Actions in Gaza and Iran
Rahm Emanuel will deliver remarks in Israel this week stating that U.S. backing should depend on Israeli actions in Gaza and Iran. Semafor reported the former ambassador also called for reforms to U.S. alliances with Israel and NATO.
nbcnews.compolitics7 days ago
Netanyahu Alerts Trump to Turkish Calls for Sanctions on Israel Ahead of NATO Summit
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged President Trump to withhold weapons systems from Turkey during a Friday phone call. The request came ahead of Trump's planned meeting with Turkish officials at this week's NATO summit in Ankara.
middleeasteye.netpolitics7 days ago
Trump Tells NATO Chief He Wants Loyalty Over Spending Ahead of Turkey Summit
President Trump told NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte he wants loyalty from allies rather than additional defense spending. The exchange came during a White House meeting last month ahead of this week’s summit in Turkey.
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jns.orgpolitics7 days ago
Trump Administration Urges NATO Allies to Raise Defense Spending
US ambassador Matt Whitaker said on Sunday that President Trump expects all NATO members to reach 5 percent of GDP on defense as soon as possible. NATO leaders meet in Ankara this week to review spending and Ukraine support.
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yahoo.comfinance7 days ago
NATO Leaders to Meet in Ankara
Alliance heads gather Tuesday and Wednesday in the Turkish capital. The session follows recent U.S. remarks on European reluctance to back operations near the Strait of Hormuz.
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Euronewspolitics7 days ago
U.S. President Posts Image of Self With Italian Leader Ahead of NATO Summit
The U.S. president posted a photo on social media showing himself next to the Italian prime minister with the caption 'Needs a restraining order.' The post came hours before a NATO summit scheduled for 7 and 8 July in Ankara.