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theiranproject.comworld7 hrs ago
Iran Uses Cluster Munitions Against Bahrain
@MarioNawfal reported that Iran deployed cluster munitions against Bahrain. The attack involved 60 basketball-sized warheads. Malcolm Nance commented on the weapon's history and a possible link to U.S. missile operations.
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middleeasteye.netfinance7 hrs ago
Oil Rises Above $80 After U.S. Airstrikes and Shipping Attacks
WTI crude traded above $80 a barrel after four straight sessions of gains. U.S. airstrikes and a tanker disablement followed attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Fox Newspolitics7 hrs ago
Mike Pence Calls on Congress to Rename Russia Sanctions Bill After Lindsey Graham
Former Vice President Mike Pence called on Congress to attach Graham's name to the bipartisan Russia sanctions legislation. Pence recounted their final conversation at Reagan National Airport shortly before Graham's death.
asiaone.comfinance8 hrs ago
Ukraine refinery strikes cut Russian crude processing to lowest since 2005, prompting Moscow export ban
Ukrainian drone attacks since March have hit 24 of Russia's 34 major refineries. Early July processing fell to 3.91 million barrels per day, prompting Moscow to ban gasoline, jet fuel and diesel exports.
newsone.compolitics9 hrs ago
Poll Finds 46 Percent of Americans Expect Iran Conflict to Last a Year or More
A new Economist/YouGov survey shows nearly half of respondents believe the Iran conflict will continue for at least a year. The poll also records public views on whether the United States should send troops.
cnbc.compolitics9 hrs ago
Senate Swears In Darline Graham Nordone to Fill Brother's Seat
The U.S. Senate on Tuesday swore in Darline Graham Nordone on an interim basis to the seat held by her brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, who died suddenly of heart issues late Saturday evening.
coindesk.comfinance10 hrs ago
Kalshi Traders Raise Odds U.S. Gas Prices Top $4 per Gallon by July 2026 to 90 Percent
Prediction market probabilities for U.S. gasoline above $4 per gallon by July 31 climbed sharply amid renewed U.S. strikes on Iran. Current national average stands at $3.89 per gallon.
Fox Newspolitics10 hrs ago
Vice President JD Vance Defends Iran Deal in Rogan Interview, Citing Risks of War and Refugee Crisis
Vice President JD Vance said in an interview published Wednesday that the administration seeks a deal with Iran to prevent war and a refugee crisis. He criticized hawkish Republicans for opposing the effort and cited past U.S. interventions in Libya and Syria.
Washington Examinerpolitics11 hrs ago
White House Considers Third Jones Act Waiver Extension
The Trump administration is weighing another extension of the Jones Act waiver that expires August 16. More than 50 Republican lawmakers have urged the president to let the waiver lapse. Oil prices remained near $80 a barrel on July 15 despite threats to close the Strait of Hormu…
The Sydney Morning Heraldfinance12 hrs ago
U.S. Stocks Rise on Earnings and Cooling Inflation Data
The S&P 500 rose 0.4 per cent and the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 175 points after several large companies reported stronger quarterly results and a wholesale inflation reading came in below expectations.
ZeroHedgefinance13 hrs ago
IMO advises ships to avoid Strait of Hormuz after US strikes on Iran and Iranian retaliation
The International Maritime Organization on Wednesday advised against transits through the Strait of Hormuz. US Central Command completed strikes on Iranian targets while Tehran launched retaliatory attacks and continued disrupting some traffic.
Washington Examinerpolitics14 hrs ago
Former Republican Representative Criticizes Late Senator Over Foreign Policy
A former Republican representative from Georgia described the late senator from South Carolina as a neo-con warmonger and murderer during a Monday podcast appearance. The comments followed the senator's death on Saturday from an aortic dissection.
cnbc.comworld16 hrs ago
U.S. Central Command Strikes Iranian Military Targets in Video Released Sunday
U.S. Central Command released video Sunday showing strikes on Iranian military targets. Internal estimates place the war's cost at roughly $30 billion, with projections exceeding three times that amount.
realitytea.compolitics16 hrs ago
Trump Notifies Congress of New 60-Day Review Period for Military Action
President Trump notified Congress that the United States is again at war with Iran. The notification grants the administration another 60-day period for military action. The conflict has entered a new phase focused on the Strait of Hormuz.
Semaforworld17 hrs ago
South Africa Drafts Rules Requiring State and Private Firms to Stockpile Up to 81 Days of Fuel
Draft rules would require state and private companies to stockpile up to 81 days of national fuel consumption. The proposal responds to import disruptions from the US-Iran conflict via the Strait of Hormuz.
Washington Examinerpolitics17 hrs ago
Poll: 37% approve of Trump job performance
A new Economist/YouGov survey found 37% of respondents approve of President Trump's job performance. The poll of more than 1,600 adults was conducted July 10-13 as U.S. military operations resumed in Iran.
The Independentpolitics20 hrs ago
Trump Meets Officials on New Iran Strikes as Tehran Says Force Will Not Restart Talks
The president convened top officials Tuesday to consider harsher attacks aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and advancing U.S. nuclear demands. The Independent reported the session followed four days of limited strikes around the waterway.
CoinDeskfinance20 hrs ago
Bitcoin Holds Near Three-Week High After Softer U.S. Inflation Data and Iran Tensions
Bitcoin traded at $65,260.10 on July 15 after reaching a three-week high of $65,200. Ether touched $1,895, its highest level since June 3. Rising U.S.-Iran tensions over the Strait of Hormuz offset earlier gains tied to softer U.S. inflation data.
middleeasteye.netfinance22 hrs ago
European Shares Flat as Oil Climbs on Iran-US Tensions
The STOXX 600 index held steady near 641 points while oil reached $85 a barrel. Escalating Middle East conflicts overshadowed corporate earnings results.
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Washington Examinerpolitics22 hrs ago
National Network on Cuba Prepares Nationwide Protest Plan if U.S. Attacks Cuba
The National Network on Cuba prepared a plan for nationwide protests within 24 hours of any U.S. military attack on Cuba. The document, obtained by the Washington Examiner, outlines mobilization at federal sites and public events. It seeks to raise the political and material cost…
thehill.compolitics1 day ago
Senate Democrats Block Motion on $1.15 Trillion Defense Bill; Measure Can Return for Later Vote
Senate Democrats defeated a motion to advance the annual National Defense Authorization Act on July 14, 2026. The 50-46 vote fell along party lines in protest of U.S. military actions against Iran.
nypost.comfinance1 day ago
U.S. Strikes Hit Area Near Sirik in Hormozgan Province
Projectiles struck near Sirik at 11:00 PM local time, targeting a telecommunications tower. Regional authorities reported no civilian casualties or infrastructure damage.
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thehindu.comworld1 day ago
IRGC Reports Strikes on U.S. Bases in Bahrain Kuwait as U.S. Hits Iranian Ports
The IRGC said on July 14 it struck U.S. facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait and disabled two supertankers. U.S. Central Command completed a third night of strikes on Iranian targets the same day. Ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz fell to a five-week low.
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pbs.orgfinance1 day ago
U.S. Gasoline Prices Rise for First Time Since May After Renewed Iran Fighting and Russian Refinery Strikes
The national average reached $3.8590 per gallon on July 14, up from $3.79 a week earlier. Renewed U.S.-Iran fighting and Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries tightened global fuel supplies.
tass.comfinance1 day ago
UK 10-Year Gilt Yield Tops 5 Percent as US-Iran Fighting Resumes and Oil Surges
The UK 10-year government bond yield climbed as much as seven basis points on July 14 to top 5 percent for the third time since the Iran war began. Brent crude surged more than 9 percent the prior day after the US and Iran traded strikes for a third straight night.
middleeasteye.netfinance1 day ago
Brent Crude Rises to $87.08 After US Strikes on Iran and Blockade Announcement
Oil and European gas prices climbed Tuesday following US military strikes. Markets priced in quarter-point rate increases by the Bank of England and ECB.
benzinga.comfinance1 day ago
Brent Crude Rises Above $81 per Barrel as Traffic Falls in Strait of Hormuz
@sentdefender reported that Brent crude futures rose above $81 per barrel, their highest level in weeks. The move follows Iranian attacks on shipping, U.S. strikes on Iranian targets, and reinstatement of a U.S. naval blockade. Commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has…
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thoughtcatalog.compolitics14 hrs agoUpdated
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 After Returning from Ukraine Trip
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died Saturday night at his Capitol Hill residence. The medical examiner listed a ruptured aortic aneurysm linked to cardiovascular disease as the preliminary cause.
en.antaranews.comworld1 day ago
Oil Prices Rise as US-Iran Conflict Disrupts Strait of Hormuz Shipping
U.S. benchmark WTI crude traded at about $79 per barrel Tuesday after rising from $74 at the Monday open. Brent crude reached about $85 per barrel amid attacks on tankers and a sharp drop in crossings.
ksl.compolitics1 day ago
Senators Split on Bills to Honor Lindsey Graham After His Death
Republican senators are divided over legislation to honor the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. Proposals include a Russia sanctions bill Graham backed, a cryptocurrency measure, and an elections bill.
realitytea.compolitics2 days ago
Trump Says U.S. Will Strike Iran Hard and May Target Pickaxe Mountain
President Donald Trump said Monday the U.S. would strike Iran hard and could target the Pickaxe Mountain complex soon. He accused media outlets of favoring Iran and claimed its military had been destroyed. U.S. Central Command announced Tuesday it would resume a blockade of Irani…
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insurancejournal.comworld2 days ago
All Six Commodity Carriers Crossed Strait of Hormuz With Transponders Off on Sunday
Preliminary data show every vessel that transited the waterway on July 12 did so without active tracking signals. Dark crossings have outnumbered observable passages in recent days as attacks reshape routes.
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coindesk.compolitics2 days ago
Poll Finds 79 Percent of Americans Expect Long U.S.-Iran Conflict, 37 Percent Approve Strikes
A Reuters/Ipsos survey completed Sunday showed most respondents anticipate prolonged U.S. military involvement in Iran. The poll coincided with President Trump's announcement reinstating a blockade of Iranian shipping in the Gulf.
nypost.comfinance2 days ago
Fed Governor Says Rate Hike Must Be Considered If Inflation Data Is Hot
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said the central bank should weigh raising interest rates if inflation readings come in hot this week. The comments came as the US and Iran resumed fighting.
pbs.orgpolitics2 days 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.
The Independentpolitics2 days ago
Satirical Participation Trophy Statue Placed on National Mall
The Independent reported that a large statue appeared Monday on the National Mall with a plaque awarding President Trump a participation trophy for involvement in the Iran war. The installation by anonymous artists drew a response from the White House spokeswoman.
uctoday.compolitics2 days ago
USAID Inspector General Investigates 1,500 UNRWA Employees for Terror Ties
The USAID Office of the Inspector General is examining more than 1,500 current or former UNRWA employees for links to foreign terrorist organizations in Gaza. It referred 108 staff members to the State Department for suspension or exclusion from U.S.-funded organizations.
foxnews.compolitics2 days ago
Israel to Accelerate Talks with Trump Administration on Future MoU
The Israeli government plans to speed up negotiations with the Trump administration over a future Memorandum of Understanding. An expected return visit to Washington this week will launch the accelerated discussions. Parameters for military items in 2039 must be set years ahead.
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Semaforfinance2 days ago
Middle East venture capital deals fall to five-year low in first half of 2026
Deal count in the Middle East and North Africa dropped 41% to 214 while funding fell 22% to $1.35 billion. International investors reduced their share of capital by more than half.
thehindu.comworld2 days ago
Britain designates Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps a terrorist organisation
Britain designated Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps a terrorist group on July 13, 2026. The step criminalizes membership, meeting attendance, and public display of its logo. The IRGC already faces British sanctions.
middleeasteye.netpolitics2 days 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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jns.orgworld2 days agoUpdated
U.S. Citizen with Bundibugyo Ebola Admitted to Frankfurt Hospital Isolation Unit
A U.S. citizen who tested positive for the Bundibugyo variant after working for a humanitarian organization in Congo was admitted to a specialized isolation unit in Frankfurt early Monday. The patient's condition is stable and officials said there is no risk to the public.
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benzinga.comfinance2 days ago
European Natural Gas Prices Rise 3 Percent on Hormuz Tensions
Europe’s benchmark natural gas prices opened 3% higher Monday after renewed U.S.-Iran tensions over the Strait of Hormuz prompted Qatar to suspend maritime activity. The August 2026 Dutch TTF contract rebounded above 50 euros per megawatt-hour.
asiaone.comfinance3 days ago
Six Tankers Clear Strait of Hormuz in Dark Mode on Sunday
Tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz fell sharply on Sunday with all six vessels operating without transponders. Qatar suspended all maritime activity the same day. No ships were observed transiting early Monday via AIS signals.
finance3 days ago
EU Officials Seek Agreement on 21st Sanctions Package Against Russia
European Union foreign affairs ministers are scheduled to consider 250 new listings targeting Russia on Monday. Officials have not yet reached consensus on the full 21st sanctions package.
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sbs.com.aupolitics3 days ago
Incoming UK Prime Minister Faces Varied International Reactions
Andy Burnham is set to become the UK's next prime minister. Foreign governments are assessing how his leadership will affect relations on trade, security and defence spending.
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abcnews.go.comworld3 days ago
Bangkok Pub Fire Kills 27, US and Iran Exchange Strikes, One Nation Support Falls to Coalition
The Sydney Morning Herald reported multiple developments on July 13 including a deadly Bangkok fire, US-Iran missile exchanges, a poll shift for One Nation, and Jannik Sinner's Wimbledon win. Separate items covered a Victorian project manager conflict and secrecy over an NSW bure…
traveldailymedia.comworld3 days ago
Man detained in Dubai while seeking funds, police station reports no record
A 42-year-old businessman was reportedly taken into custody at Lahbab police station in Dubai on Friday while attempting to gather £120,000. The detention follows a prior four-week period in custody at Al Awir prison over fraud-related matters.
middleeasteye.netpolitics3 days ago
Lawsuit alleges U.S. officials shared Iranian asylum seeker data with Iran
An advocacy group filed suit claiming the Trump administration gave Iran confidential information on Iranian asylum applicants scheduled for deportation. Twelve senators raised concerns about the planned returns in a February 2026 letter.
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winnipegfreepress.comsports4 days ago
Workers at Norway Airport Perform Viking Row Before World Cup Match
Construction workers building Norway's newest airport staged a viral 'Viking Row' performance on the tarmac ahead of the national team's World Cup quarterfinal against England. ABC News reported the event on July 11, 2026.
asiaone.comfinance4 days ago
Oman Proposes Two Separately Controlled Routes in Strait of Hormuz
Oman has proposed managing traffic through a southern corridor under Omani control and a northern corridor requiring Iranian approval. The plan has not been finalized.
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asiaone.comworld3 days agoUpdated
Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz After US Strikes Kill 17 and Damage Ship
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps navy closed the Strait of Hormuz on July 12 except for the northern Iranian route. The action followed a warning shot at a Cyprus-flagged container ship that used an unauthorized passage.
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middleeasteye.networld4 days ago
Iran and US Impose New Measures on Strait of Hormuz Traffic After Attacks
Iran and the United States presented opposing narratives on Saturday about traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides exchanged threats while pursuing talks through mediators. The exchanges followed the assassination of Iran's former supreme leader.
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The Independentpolitics3 days agoUpdated
Oman Hosts Strait of Hormuz Lane Talks After U.S. Strikes on Iran and Iranian Strikes on Bases in Kuwait and Bahrain
President Trump called on Iran to take responsibility for recent strikes on ships. Oman is mediating discussions with Iran to reopen a central shipping lane through the Strait of Hormuz.
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rove.meworld5 days ago
South African Police Arrest British Man Wanted in Killings of Wife and Two Daughters
@Independent reported that South African police arrested Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma on Friday in Johannesburg. He faces British charges over the deaths of his wife and two daughters near Bedford, England. The suspect is due in court Monday.
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news.sky.comworld5 days ago
Irish Police Investigate Death of American Woman in Killarney as Murder
Jamey Carney, 43, was discovered at her residence on Muckross Road on July 7. Authorities are treating the death as murder and seeking a person of interest who departed Ireland hours earlier.
helsinkitimes.fifinance5 days ago
Ukrainian Drone Strike Disables Russian Refinery Supplying Central Asia
A Ukrainian drone attack disabled the Omsk refinery this week, cutting fuel exports to Central Asian countries that rely on Russian gasoline and diesel. Governments in the region are arranging emergency imports while facing higher prices.
nypost.compolitics5 days ago
Suspect in Killarney Killing Traveled to Turkey Before Body Found
Ahmad Alsaqer left Ireland for Turkey after Jamey Carney's body was found. New York Post reported that authorities had returned his passport following a grant of subsidiary protection.
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news.google.comfinance5 days ago
IEA Lowers Russia Oil Output Forecast for 2026 and 2027
The International Energy Agency reduced its 2026 and 2027 Russian oil supply projections after Ukrainian drone strikes damaged refineries, storage, and transport facilities. The agency cut its 2026 forecast by 85,000 barrels per day and its 2027 forecast by 150,000 barrels per da…
ZeroHedgefinance5 days ago
Qatar Mediates US-Iran Talks After Two Days of Strikes
Qatar negotiators are in Iran to revive de-escalation efforts following two days of deadly strikes between the United States and Iran. Technical talks on a permanent peace deal continue despite threats to the ceasefire. Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan reported Iranian attacks in recen…