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Kuwait Condemns Iranian Drone Attacks on Government Facility
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the country will take all necessary measures to protect its sovereignty.
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Kuwait Activates Air Defenses After Iranian Drone Strikes Hit US Base
Kuwaiti forces intercepted hostile aircraft targeting Al-Jaber air base during a broader Iranian retaliatory campaign in the Gulf.
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Kuwait Condemns Iranian Attacks on Regional Infrastructure
Kuwait, the GCC, and other Arab nations denounce Iranian strikes on vital facilities in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan.
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US Foreign Policy Faces Rising Tensions With Iran and Global Rivals
Strategic focus shifts toward military readiness and diplomacy amid espionage concerns and conflicts in Ukraine and Iran.
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Poll: 23% of US Public Supports Continuing Iran War
New AP-NORC data indicates a majority of Americans prefer a ceasefire or full military withdrawal from the conflict.
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US Gasoline Prices Hit Record High Amid War With Iran
Fuel costs surge as conflict threatens oil supply routes, while administration proposes $22.5 billion airport renovation.
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US Navy Tightens Blockade of Strait of Hormuz
CENTCOM forces redirect dozens of vessels and launch nightly strikes to counter Iranian aggression in the strategic waterway.
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US Secretary of State Rubio Says Iran Deal Must Protect Allies
Marco Rubio said the Trump-era approach to Iran was inferior to the agreement negotiated under the Obama administration.
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US Launches Fresh Airstrikes on Iran
Military strikes targeted energy sites and bridges in Hormozgan Province during the seventh consecutive night of attacks.
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US and Israel Launch Joint Airstrikes on Iranian Targets
Military operations targeted the compound of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on July 28.
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Trump Postpones Planned Military Strike on Iran
President Trump halted a scheduled attack on Iranian nuclear sites to pursue diplomatic negotiations.
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Trump Announces Agreement for Complete Disarmament of Hamas
US President says deal reached in Cairo to end Gaza violence and establish a new Palestinian government
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US, Israel Weigh Land Blockade to Pressure Iran
Reports indicate officials are discussing restrictions on cross-border trade to force Tehran back to diplomatic talks.
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Iran Mocks US After Marine Corps F-35B Jet Crashes in California
IRGC-linked Fars News Agency shared footage of the wreckage, claiming the aircraft was worth over $100 million.
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US Central Command Prepares Potential Air Campaign Against Iran
Plans for a two-week strike on energy targets may be executed this weekend pending presidential approval.
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US President Trump Orders Military Strikes Against Iran
Planned attacks targeting energy facilities and the Strait of Hormuz could begin as early as this weekend.
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Iran Warns US and Israel Against Military Action During Khamenei Funeral
Iranian officials threaten retaliation if the US or Israel engage in military miscalculations during the former leader's services.
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Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz Following US Airstrikes
Tehran launches missile attacks and shuts down critical shipping lane after eight nights of US military strikes.
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Iran Warns of Massive Retaliation Over Infrastructure Attacks
Officials threaten "zero restraint" if US or Israel target energy facilities again following strikes on South Pars gasfield.
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Trump Warns Iran of Strong Attacks After US Base Strike
President Donald Trump urged Tehran to reach a deal or face severe consequences following a missile attack in Jordan.
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Iran Claims Drone Strike on US Base in Kuwait
The IRGC said the attack was retaliation for recent Israeli and U.S. actions in the region.
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Trump Convenes Emergency Cabinet Meeting at Camp David Over Iran
President holds 13th Cabinet session following Iranian drone strikes on US military facilities in Kuwait.
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Trump Blames Minnesota Governor for Water System Cyberattack
President Trump rejected US intelligence linking a cyberattack on Minnesota municipal water infrastructure to Iran.
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Trump Uses Soundbite to Describe US Interception of Iranian Missiles
President Trump claimed during a Camp David meeting that the US shot down five Iranian ballistic missiles.
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Trump says he is losing faith in Iran nuclear talks
The US president accused Tehran of lying and breaking its word during ongoing negotiations over nuclear capabilities.
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Trump Announces Iran Ceasefire Amid Conflicting Reports
President Donald Trump says a deal has been reached to end the US-Iran war, though some reports indicate hostilities continue.
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US and Saudi Arabia Warned as Houthis Attack Bab el-Mandeb Ships
Iran-backed rebels target vital maritime trade routes as a regional conflict enters its sixth month.
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Reza Pahlavi Outlines Vision for Democratic Iran in Reuters Interview
The exiled opposition leader discussed his campaign to transition Iran to a democracy during a meeting in Paris.
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US Weighs Response Options Following Strikes on Iran
Washington faces a choice between further military escalation and stabilizing global energy markets after recent attacks.
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US Senate Fails to Halt Trump's Iran Hostilities
A 49-50 vote prevents a measure intended to stop the president from continuing actions against Iran.
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Iran May Prefer Limited War With US Over Peace Deal
Analysis suggests Tehran could view controlled conflict as a strategic tool to maintain pressure on the United States.
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Iran Fires Cruise Missiles at UAE Tankers in Strait of Hormuz
Two United Arab Emirates tankers, the Mombasa and al-Bahiyah, were struck in Omani territorial waters.
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UN Chief Warns Iran Conflict Pushing Middle East Toward Breaking Point
Secretary-General António Guterres says US-Israeli strikes on Iran are fueling global instability and disrupting trade.
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Oil Majors Report Record Q2 Profits Amid US-Iran Conflict
ExxonMobil and Chevron earn $26 billion as war disrupts supply through the Strait of Hormuz and drives up fuel costs.
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UN Reports More Than 2,500 Children Killed or Injured in Iran War
Civilians face escalating government crackdowns and armed conflict as the war enters its sixth month.
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Trump Approval Rating Hits Second-Term Low of 34%
New polling shows a decline driven by rising gas prices and ongoing hostilities with Iran.
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FBI, EPA Warn of Iranian Cyberattacks on US Water Infrastructure
Federal officials report hackers linked to Iran targeted municipal water systems in at least seven states.
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Expert Warns US Attack on Iran Could Trigger Drastic Conflict Expansion
Aaron David Miller said limited bombing campaigns are unlikely to change Tehran's strategic calculations.
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Hamas Agrees to Disarm as Drone Hits US-Linked Tanker in Egypt
A drone strike at Damietta Port marks the first instance of the West Asia war spilling into Egyptian territory.
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Hamas Agrees to Disarm in Gaza Pending Cease-fire Terms
A senior Hamas official said the group will hand over weapons if Israel upholds its side of the agreement.
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Trump Announces Deal to Disarm Hamas and Rebuild Gaza
President Trump describes the agreement as a breakthrough, though experts warn of significant hurdles to implementation.
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China and Russia Analyze US-Iran Confrontation
Beijing and Moscow are evaluating the strategic power balances and influence calculations driving tensions between Washington and Tehran.
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US-Iran Conflict Persists Amid Economic Uncertainty
Military confrontations in the Persian Gulf continue as analysts debate the impact of the war on global energy prices.
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Trump Questions Effectiveness of US-Iran Ceasefire
President Donald Trump expresses skepticism over a two-week truce as Iran maintains control of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Trump Approval Rating Drops to 33% in New US Poll
Latest AP-NORC data shows a decline in support, driven by dissatisfaction with the handling of the Iran conflict.
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Brazil Increases Mandatory Ethanol Blend in Gasoline to 32%
The measure aims to reduce fuel imports and stabilize prices amid volatility caused by conflict in Iran.
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US Expanding Pressure Options Against Iran
Trump administration seeks to combine military pressure with expanded sanctions and asset seizures to curb Iranian influence.
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US Secretary of War Says Commitment to Stop Iran Nuclear Weapon is Firm
Pete Hegseth asserts the U.S. possesses the world's best negotiators while reiterating a stance against Iranian nuclear capabilities.
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Analysis Questions Control of Iran-Aligned Groups in Iraq
Reports examine the power struggle between the Iraqi state, armed factions, and Tehran amid regional tensions.
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Iran Threatens US and Israeli Infrastructure Amid Bombing Plans
Tehran warns of strikes against US and Israeli assets while the US and Israel plan attacks on Iranian energy targets.
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Trump and Netanyahu Hold High-Stakes Talks on Iran Conflict
US President and Israeli Prime Minister meet at the White House as the war with Iran intensifies.
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US Officials Investigate Iran-Linked Cyberattacks on Minnesota Water Systems
Roughly 30 communities were targeted in a coordinated effort to disrupt critical water-utility control systems.
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Trump Blames Minnesota Incompetence for Water System Cyberattack
Former US President says state officials are responsible for breach rather than Iran
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Trump Announces US-Backed Deal for Hamas Disarmament in Gaza
The proposal is part of a 20-point peace plan, though Israeli officials and analysts express uncertainty over its implementation.
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Writer Arash Azizi Says Iranian Regime Fears Its Own People
Author and Atlantic contributor reflects on widespread public discontent and the precarious state of life inside Iran.
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Trump Says He Is Losing Faith in Iranian Negotiators
President says he granted amnesty and sent a letter to Iran's leader to keep nuclear deal talks alive despite distrust.
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Trump Blames Minnesota Governor for Water System Cyberattack
President Donald Trump rejected claims of Iranian involvement, citing state incompetence for the breach of water-treatment facilities.
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Netanyahu and Trump Clash Over Gaza Peace Terms
Reports indicate tension between Israeli and US leadership over Hamas disarmament and the prospects of a hostage deal.
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Global Gold Demand Projected to Rise 2% in First Half of 2026
World Gold Council cites escalating US-Iran tensions as investors seek safe-haven assets amid geopolitical uncertainty.
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Iran Says Two Oil Tankers Exploded After Hitting Mines in Strait of Hormuz
The IRGC alleges US intelligence lured ships into a minefield, though US military officials deny any explosions occurred.