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nbcnews.compolitics44 min ago
U.S. Central Command Begins Third Night of Strikes on Iran
U.S. Central Command conducted a third consecutive night of strikes against Iran on Monday under orders from President Trump. Trump separately announced the reinstatement of a blockade on Iranian ports. The actions follow Iranian missile launches and attacks on commercial shippin…
cnbc.comfinance1 hr ago
Iranian State Media Reports Strikes on U.S. Military Sites in Kuwait
Iranian state television and Iranian Army statements say drones targeted U.S. facilities and equipment in Kuwait. U.S. officials have not yet issued a public response to the reported strikes.
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finance2 hrs ago
US Sea Drones Attack Iranian Naval Base at Bandar Abbas in First Combat Use
Three Saronic Corsair sea drones attacked a submarine and ship maintenance facility at Bandar Abbas Naval Base over the weekend. US Central Command released video of the strikes on July 13 2026.
pbs.orgpolitics3 hrs ago
Pope Leo XIV Criticizes U.S. Strikes on Iran That Began in Late February
Pope Leo XIV said the strikes posed a threat to all Iranians. U.S. Ambassador Brian Burch and Vatican official Andrea Tornielli offered differing views on whether the comments were political or spiritual.
news.google.comworld7 hrs ago
Mahan Air flight from Tehran reaches Hodeidah after Saudi intervention diverts it from Yemen capital
@MarioNawfal reported that a Mahan Air flight carrying a Houthi delegation diverted to Hodeidah after Saudi air force action. Passengers were shown celebrating aboard the plane that had left Tehran.
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arynews.tvworld10 hrs ago
Iran's IRGC fires warning shots at two ships in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's state TV reported that the IRGC fired warning shots at two ships attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz. The incident occurred amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the U.S. over control of the waterway.
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winnipegfreepress.comworld10 hrs ago
U.K. Bans Iran Revolutionary Guard and Proxy Group After Attacks on Jewish Sites
The U.K. government on Monday blamed an Iran-backed proxy for arson attacks on Jewish sites and announced bans on the group and Iran's Revolutionary Guard. Security Minister Angela Eagle linked the attacks to the Guard's Qods Force.
vanguardngr.compolitics10 hrs ago
Strait of Hormuz Ship Activity Shifts: Overall Volume Falls Over 50 Percent as Iran's Routes See Sharp Rise
@MarioNawfal reported that vessel crossings fell sharply in recent days. Activity rose on routes linked to Iran while the Omani corridor saw a steep drop after recent ship targeting there.
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theiranproject.comworld10 hrs ago
Yemen Government Says Iran and Houthis Breached Airspace
Yemen's internationally recognised government accused Iran and the Houthi group of violating its airspace and said it will respond appropriately. The statement cited repeated violations of Yemeni sovereignty and a new Iranian flight outside legal aviation frameworks.
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middleeasteye.netfinance11 hrs ago
UK Designates Iran's Revolutionary Guard as National Security Threat
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood on 13 July 2026 announced the proscription of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps along with two other groups. Support for the organizations will become a criminal offense carrying up to 14 years in prison. The measures also expand police and i…
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upi.compolitics11 hrs ago
Israeli Shelling Reported in Southern Lebanon Despite Ceasefire
Artillery fire occurred between Nabatieh al-Fawqa and Kfar Tebnit. The National News Agency reported the exchanges while Lebanon and Israel prepare for talks in Rome.
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nypost.comworld11 hrs ago
Iranian Authorities Place Former President Ahmadinejad Under House Arrest
Iranian authorities detained former president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad after discovering contacts with Israel. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps intelligence arm carried out the detention.
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abcnews.go.compolitics8 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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theyeshivaworld.comworld12 hrs ago
Iran Launches Missile and Drone Strikes on U.S. Forces in Kuwait, Citing American Involvement as Reason
Iran carried out strikes on American troops and military systems in Kuwait. Tehran described the action as retaliation and asserted control over the Strait of Hormuz. Separate statements from Iranian military branches signaled coordinated escalation.
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sbs.com.auworld16 hrs ago
Iran detains dozens of Baha'is since January, rights groups say
Iranian authorities have arrested at least 63 Baha'is since January, with some held without charges and others accused of propaganda against the regime. Rights groups report raids on homes, desecration of religious items, and mistreatment including electric shocks and mock execut…
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ndtv.comfinance1 day ago
Iranian Media Reports Revolutionary Guards Struck U.S. Systems in Kuwait
Iranian state media said Revolutionary Guards used drones to hit U.S. rocket launcher systems in Kuwait. No independent confirmation of damage or casualties has been reported.
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foxnews.compolitics1 day ago
CNN Images Show Iran Recovering Nuclear Materials After Strikes
CNN obtained exclusive images on July 12, 2026, showing signs that Iran may be rebuilding suspected nuclear facilities. Congressman Jim Himes discussed the images in an interview on the network's State of the Union program.
asiaone.compolitics1 day ago
Iran Denies CBS Report on Strait of Hormuz Attack Blame
A senior Iranian official rejected a CBS report that Tehran attributed recent attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz to a rogue military faction. The official called the report part of a White House media disinformation campaign.
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middleeasteye.networld1 day ago
US Strikes on Iranian Cities Prompt Iran to Close Strait of Hormuz
Iran's military ordered the Strait of Hormuz closed until further notice following overnight US attacks on Iranian cities. Gulf states including Qatar, Bahrain and Jordan reported Iranian missile and drone strikes, with some interceptions wounding civilians.
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nypost.compolitics2 days ago
Masked Grandson Joins Front Row at Ayatollah Khamenei’s Funeral Attended by Millions
A man wearing a black mask and baseball hat helped lead prayers at the July 9 burial of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran International identified the man as the ayatollah’s eldest grandson, Mohammad Javad Khamenei.
nbcnews.compolitics2 days ago
Protests Held in Stockholm and Tel Aviv After Israeli Forces Kill Gaza Aid Driver
Hundreds demonstrated in Stockholm against Israeli ceasefire violations in Gaza. Similar rallies occurred in Tel Aviv while an aid truck driver was shot dead in the enclave.
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nbcnews.comworld2 days ago
Israeli Forces Advance Into Eastern Edge of Southern Lebanese Town
Israeli forces entered the eastern edge of Beit Yahoun in southern Lebanon with three battle tanks and several bulldozers, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency. The move comes amid ongoing diplomatic efforts between U.S. and Lebanese delegations to implement a framework ag…
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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.
jpost.comworld2 days ago
Israeli forces raid Nablus home, arrest one man
Israeli forces raided a residential building in Nablus at dawn, vandalized a home, and arrested one man, Palestinian news agency Wafa reported. The incident occurred in the occupied West Bank.
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ndtv.compolitics2 days ago
U.S. Treasury Department imposes new sanctions on Iran-linked entities
The U.S. Treasury Department announced new sanctions on individuals and groups linked to Iran. The measures follow reported attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.
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opindia.compolitics3 days ago
Coalition urges Congress to include Iran internet bills in defense legislation
A coalition of groups sent a letter to Senate leadership and the bipartisan heads of the Armed Services Committee asking for two bills on internet access in Iran to be added to the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act.
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.tvpolitics2 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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Al-Monitorworld3 days ago
U.S. Sanctions Iranian Banker and Exchange Houses After Shipping Attacks and Cross Strikes
The United States on July 10, 2026, imposed sanctions on Ali Ansari and Iranian exchange houses. The action follows Iran's attacks on commercial tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
foxnews.compolitics3 days ago
Israeli intelligence shared Iranian threats against U.S. president with Trump administration
Israeli officials passed intelligence to the Trump administration about Iranian hardliners wanting to target the U.S. president. The information reflected general intent rather than a detailed operational plan.
rediff.comworld3 days ago
IMO Council Urges Countries to Reject Iran's Strait of Hormuz Traffic Controls
The International Maritime Organization's governing council adopted a non-binding decision Friday calling on member states to reject Iran's claim of sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz and its new traffic-control entity. The decision follows recent U.S.-Iran hostilities and att…
theiranproject.comfinance3 days ago
Qatari Delegation Visits Iran to Strengthen Mediation Role
A Qatari delegation arrived in Iran to reinforce Doha's position as a regional mediator. The visit follows diplomatic activity earlier this week.
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middleeasteye.networld3 days ago
Iran Holds Six-Day Funeral for Slain Supreme Leader
Ceremonies for Ali Khamenei drew reported attendance of up to 43 million across five cities. State media described the events as the largest procession ever recorded.
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arynews.tvpolitics1 day 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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USS Abraham Lincoln Marks 210 Days at Sea Without Port Call Since December
The Nimitz-class carrier has operated without a port call since December 2025 while supporting strikes in the northern Arabian Sea. Carrier Strike Group 3 remains on station after the June memorandum of understanding with Iran.
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jpost.compolitics3 days ago
New York City officials cancel planned meeting with Iranian UN representative
A scheduled meeting between a city international affairs official and Iran's ambassador to the United Nations was called off after the State Department raised concerns. The meeting had been arranged without prior notice to federal officials.
advisor.capolitics4 days ago
U.S. Says It Was Not Involved in Reported Explosions in Iran
The White House and Pentagon have issued no comments or announcements regarding explosions reported in Iran. A small number of U.S. media outlets cited an unnamed official denying American involvement, though that assertion remains unconfirmed.
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al-monitor.compolitics4 days ago
Iran's Foreign Minister Leaves Tehran
Iran's foreign minister left Tehran on an unspecified flight with an unknown destination. The departure occurred during reports of strikes and explosions that remain unconfirmed.
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koreaherald.comfinance4 days ago
Israeli Defense Minister Says Military Prepared to Resume Operations in Iran
Israeli Defense Minister Katz stated that the military stands ready to resume its campaign and conduct operations in Iran. The remarks were reported by multiple accounts on social media.
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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.
middleeasteye.networld4 days ago
U.S. Strikes Hit Iran After Ceasefire Ends, Missile Interceptions Reported
U.S. airstrikes killed at least 14 people in Iran over two days. Jordan intercepted eight Iranian missiles aimed at its territory, and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz dropped sharply.
Al Jazeeraworld4 days ago
Iran buries Supreme Leader Khamenei months after Israeli strike that killed him and family members
Thousands attended the burial of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in his hometown on July 9. The ceremony concluded six days of funerals across Iran and Iraq.
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jpost.comworld4 days ago
Iranian Teen Among Those Killed in Israeli Strike on Tehran
An 18-year-old from Tehran died in an Israeli strike. His mother said he planned to study firefighting and serve the country.
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foxbusiness.comworld4 days ago
Iran Launches Missiles at U.S. Bases in Bahrain and Kuwait After Strikes Kill Supreme Leader
@ABC reported Iranian attacks on U.S. bases in Bahrain and Kuwait on Thursday. U.S. forces responded with a second round of strikes hitting roughly 90 Iranian military targets.
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asiaone.comfinance4 days ago
Iran Revolutionary Guards Navy Issues Strait of Hormuz Traffic Statement
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Navy issued a statement warning that U.S. efforts to alter traffic routes in the Strait of Hormuz will trigger a strong Iranian response. The statement asserts that foreign nations hold no stake in determining passage through the waterway.
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indiatoday.intoday.inpolitics4 days ago
Iranian president says country will not respond to U.S. president’s rhetoric
Iran’s president stated the country will not reply to remarks made by the U.S. president at a NATO summit. The comments followed U.S. military actions on Iranian territory and the declaration that an interim agreement had ended.
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jns.orgpolitics4 days ago
U.S. military strikes 170 Iranian targets over two days
The U.S. military reported striking 170 Iranian targets in the past 48 hours. The strikes followed Iranian attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and the collapse of a U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding.
reviewjournal.compolitics4 days ago
Strikes Jeopardize U.S.-Iran Deal but Trump Says Tehran Still Seeks Agreement
Wednesday strikes jeopardized the administration agreement with Iran. President Donald Trump stated Tehran wants to make a deal. Vice President JD Vance, who fronted the deal, focused on domestic issues during the events.
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.
deccanchronicle.compolitics4 days agoUpdated
U.S. and Iran Exchange Strikes on Military Targets; No Damage Reported
The U.S. military hit 170 targets in Iran over two days to curb attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran struck U.S. bases in Bahrain, Qatar and Kuwait on July 9 with no reported damage or casualties.
deadline.compolitics4 days ago
Iran summons British Ambassador over accusations and networks
Iran summoned the British Ambassador to protest statements and activities it described as hostile. The action follows recent remarks by London officials.
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middleeasteye.networld4 days ago
Coffin of Iran's slain supreme leader reaches Karbala shrine
Mourners carried the coffin of Iran's slain supreme leader to the Holy Shrine of Imam Hossein in Karbala, Iraq. The stop marks the final leg of a six-day procession before the coffin returns to Iran for burial.
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israelnationalnews.comworld4 days ago
U.S. Forces Conduct Self-Defense Strikes Against Iranian Targets
@sentdefender reported 10 U.S. Air Force aerial refueling aircraft and one E-3 Sentry visible over the Middle East. The Pentagon described the strikes as self-defense following Iranian attacks on shipping and U.S. interests.
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middleeasteye.networld5 days ago
Explosions reported at sites on Iran's southern coast including Abu Musa island
@MarioNawfal reported multiple blasts along Iran's southern coast, including at the contested Abu Musa island near the Strait of Hormuz. Press TV cited additional explosions near Sirik and in Bushehr province. The locations form a line along the same coastline.
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The Guardianfinance5 days ago
U.S. Stocks Fall as Iran Strikes Resume and Oil Prices Rise
U.S. stock markets declined Wednesday after renewed U.S. strikes on Iran and comments from President Trump declaring the ceasefire over. Oil prices jumped more than 5 percent while the Federal Reserve signaled possible rate increases.
koreatimes.co.krfinance5 days ago
Iranian Foreign Minister Says Country Will Respond to Vulgarity With Action
Iran's foreign minister stated the country will not reply to vulgarity with vulgarity but will respond with action. The remarks follow reported exchanges between Iranian and other officials.
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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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en.antaranews.comai5 days ago
Regime Claims Millions Attended Khamenei Funeral Amid AI Images Shared by Both Sides
France 24 reported that both pro-regime users and opposition supporters circulated AI-generated images of crowds at Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's early July funeral services. The images were identified as ChatGPT creations through detection tools and visual discrepancies with verified…
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.
ABC Newspolitics6 days ago
Lawsuit Alleges U.S. Shared Iranian Asylum Data; DHS Denies Claims
The Iranian American Legal Defense Fund filed suit Tuesday in U.S. District Court in Washington alleging federal agencies disclosed confidential asylum information to Iranian officials. The complaint names the Departments of Homeland Security and State plus two cabinet secretarie…
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