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US-Iran War Live Updates: Fresh US strikes revive fear, uncertainty among Iranians

US-Iran War Live Updates: Fresh US strikes revive fear, uncertainty among Iranians

Fresh U.S. military strikes have shattered a fragile ceasefire, intensifying regional conflict and disrupting global energy transit through the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·17 Jul 2026, 11:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
China now outshines United States in favorability in 25 of 36 countries

China now outshines United States in favorability in 25 of 36 countries

For the first time in roughly two decades, a Pew Research Center poll shows a global tilt toward Beijing, with more respondents favoring China than the U.S.

World ·16 Jul 2026, 12:34 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Reflecting Pool drained again after Trump renovations. See timeline

Reflecting Pool drained again after Trump renovations. See timeline

The Reflecting Pool sits empty as the administration manages rising renovation costs, a pending historic-preservation lawsuit, and conflicting vandalism claims.

World ·16 Jul 2026, 11:34 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Senate bill targeting Russian oil imports grants Trump new tariff powers

Senate bill targeting Russian oil imports grants Trump new tariff powers

A new bipartisan Senate bill aims to weaken Russia's war efforts by authorizing up to 100% tariffs on top importers of its energy and mandating sectoral sanctions. The proposal, supported by President Trump, targets Russia's defense, financial, and energy industries.

World ·16 Jul 2026, 08:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US-Iran War Live: Iran wants to settle, says Trump as Washington weighs next move

US-Iran War Live: Iran wants to settle, says Trump as Washington weighs next move

President Trump stated Iran wants to settle as U.S. naval blockades and missile strikes expand, threatening critical global shipping routes.

World ·16 Jul 2026, 07:04 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Trump warns Tehran to behave

US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Trump warns Tehran to behave

U.S. forces conducted air strikes on Iranian military targets and disabled a vessel breaching a naval blockade, prompting retaliatory strikes from Iran.

World ·16 Jul 2026, 06:05 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Tehran frees US-Iranian woman Dena Karari after almost two years' detention

Tehran frees US-Iranian woman Dena Karari after almost two years' detention

Dena Karari, a U.S.-Iranian dual national, was released from Iran following her December 2024 detention on espionage charges. Her departure follows a gesture of goodwill amid increased military activity between Washington and Tehran.

World ·16 Jul 2026, 04:09 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Trump to address nation Thursday on election security and foreign meddling

Trump to address nation Thursday on election security and foreign meddling

President Trump will deliver a primetime address regarding election security and claims of foreign interference. The speech follows recent administration efforts to overhaul federal election oversight and documentation requirements.

World ·16 Jul 2026, 03:01 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump says 'it gets really bad' for Iran next week: What is the US ...

Trump says 'it gets really bad' for Iran next week: What is the US ...

President Donald Trump has announced plans to target Iranian power plants and bridges unless the nation enters negotiations. This threat follows a series of military actions described as a systematic escalation of U.S. operations against Iran.

World ·15 Jul 2026, 20:07 ·Leah Bennett 5 min read
White House officials meet senators to resolve Clarity Act ethics impasse

White House officials meet senators to resolve Clarity Act ethics impasse

The White House is working to secure bipartisan support for the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act by addressing Democratic demands for strict crypto-ethics rules.

Business ·15 Jul 2026, 19:07 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Trump says ICE won't halt traffic stops after recent fatal shootings

Trump says ICE won't halt traffic stops after recent fatal shootings

Following two fatal shootings by ICE officers, the agency announced a temporary pause on traffic stops that President Trump has explicitly rejected. The directive has sparked protests and prompted calls for congressional oversight into immigration enforcement practices.

World ·15 Jul 2026, 17:04 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US reimposes Iran blockade and escalates strikes as conflict intensifies

US reimposes Iran blockade and escalates strikes as conflict intensifies

The United States has reimposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports and launched fresh airstrikes, signaling the collapse of a recent interim ceasefire.

World ·15 Jul 2026, 14:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Oil prices rise as hostilities worsen in the Middle East

Oil prices rise as hostilities worsen in the Middle East

Crude oil benchmarks have climbed as military conflict between the U.S. and Iran threatens to disrupt energy trade through the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf exports have dropped significantly following the reimposition of naval blockades and threats to energy infrastructure.

Business ·15 Jul 2026, 13:04 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
US House passes Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving permanent

US House passes Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving permanent

The US House voted to pass the Sunshine Protection Act, which aims to make daylight saving time permanent. The legislation now faces an uncertain path in the Senate.

World ·15 Jul 2026, 12:06 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
U.S. resumes Iranian port blockade as Trump declares ceasefire over

U.S. resumes Iranian port blockade as Trump declares ceasefire over

President Trump declared the ceasefire void after recent Iranian attacks on commercial shipping, triggering a massive U.S. military response.

World ·15 Jul 2026, 09:04 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
E. Jean Carroll receives $5.6 million from Trump in sexual abuse and defamation case

E. Jean Carroll receives $5.6 million from Trump in sexual abuse and defamation case

Writer E. Jean Carroll has officially collected approximately $5.6 million in damages from Donald Trump following the resolution of a 2023 civil case.

World ·15 Jul 2026, 02:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US resumes naval blockade of Iran as airstrikes intensify

US resumes naval blockade of Iran as airstrikes intensify

U.S. Central Command has reinstated a naval blockade of Iranian ports following the collapse of a ceasefire. The move signals a major escalation as the U.S. bolsters its maritime presence to secure the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·15 Jul 2026, 01:12 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump drops Strait of Hormuz toll plan for new Middle East trade deals

Trump drops Strait of Hormuz toll plan for new Middle East trade deals

The administration is pivoting to new investment agreements with Gulf partners as the interim peace deal with Iran collapses following renewed military strikes.

World ·14 Jul 2026, 18:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US strikes Iran, Tehran hits Gulf allies in widening Middle East clash

US strikes Iran, Tehran hits Gulf allies in widening Middle East clash

A fresh round of coordinated attacks has shattered a fragile interim cease-fire, pushing the U.S. and Iran toward a widening Middle East conflict.

World ·14 Jul 2026, 17:37 ·Leah Bennett 5 min read
Trump notifies Congress of resumed military hostilities with Iran

Trump notifies Congress of resumed military hostilities with Iran

The United States has formally ended the ceasefire with Iran, launching a naval blockade and imposing new fees on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 23:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read