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UAE says Iranian missiles hit two oil tankers, one Indian sailor dead

UAE says Iranian missiles hit two oil tankers, one Indian sailor dead

The UAE Ministry of Defence reported that Iranian missiles hit the tankers Mombasa and Al Bahiyah in Omani territorial waters. The attack resulted in one death and multiple injuries, prompting the UAE to state it reserves the right to respond to the escalation.

World ·14 Jul 2026, 09:05 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
US launches fresh strikes on Iran, one soldier killed

US launches fresh strikes on Iran, one soldier killed

The U.S. launched airstrikes against over 140 Iranian targets following an attack on a Cyprus-flagged vessel. Iran responded with reported missile strikes across the region.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 15:03 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read

US and Iran reach initial agreement to open Strait of Hormuz

The US and Iran have reached an initial agreement to open the Strait of Hormuz and extend a ceasefire amid ongoing military strikes across the Middle East. Mediators from Pakistan, Qatar, and Egypt are continuing efforts to establish a framework for a permanent peace agreement.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 10:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US State Department evacuated 54,000 people during Middle East conflict

US State Department evacuated 54,000 people during Middle East conflict

Following military strikes in late February, the U.S. State Department coordinated a massive evacuation effort across 15 countries to safely transport approximately 54,000 personnel and private citizens out of the region.

Culture ·13 Jul 2026, 08:07 ·Amelia Stone 5 min read
US forces launch new strikes on Iran following Strait of Hormuz attacks

US forces launch new strikes on Iran following Strait of Hormuz attacks

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have reached a critical point as U.S. military forces launch extensive strikes against Iranian targets. The escalation follows an attack on a container ship and threatens the future of the interim ceasefire.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 06:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Strait of Hormuz remains open as US and Iran exchange missile strikes

Strait of Hormuz remains open as US and Iran exchange missile strikes

Vessel traffic continues near the Strait of Hormuz despite intense missile and drone strikes between the United States and Iran. Diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the military confrontation remain uncertain.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 01:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran launches retaliatory strikes on Gulf nations after major US assault

Iran launches retaliatory strikes on Gulf nations after major US assault

Following U.S. airstrikes on Iranian targets, Iran has launched retaliatory attacks against facilities in several Gulf nations. The escalation has led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and a breakdown in diplomatic ceasefire efforts.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 20:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US launches major strikes on Iran as Tehran targets multiple Arab nations

US launches major strikes on Iran as Tehran targets multiple Arab nations

Following an Iranian attack on a container ship, the US military launched intensive airstrikes, triggering retaliatory missile fire across the Middle East.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 17:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran escalates regional attacks and declares Strait of Hormuz closed

Iran escalates regional attacks and declares Strait of Hormuz closed

Tensions have surged in the Persian Gulf as Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz and attacks regional targets following a large-scale U.S. military offensive.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 15:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran’s new supreme leader vows revenge for father’s death as Trump warns

Iran’s new supreme leader vows revenge for father’s death as Trump warns

New supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei has pledged to seek revenge following his father's death in a February airstrike. In response, President Trump has declared that military measures are prepared to target Iranian interests.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 16:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Mediators push to salvage Iran-US diplomacy after ceasefire collapse

Mediators push to salvage Iran-US diplomacy after ceasefire collapse

International mediators are working to restore talks as the US-Iran ceasefire dissolves following military strikes and disputes over the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 15:01 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump threatens to completely decimate Iran following assassination threats

Trump threatens to completely decimate Iran following assassination threats

President Donald Trump has declared the U.S.-Iran ceasefire over following renewed military engagements and ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 14:04 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump declares ceasefire with Iran over despite ongoing diplomatic talks

Trump declares ceasefire with Iran over despite ongoing diplomatic talks

President Trump has declared the end of the ceasefire agreement with Iran following a week of military strikes, though both nations continue diplomatic talks.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 03:31 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US continues Iran negotiations despite declared end to ceasefire

US continues Iran negotiations despite declared end to ceasefire

The Trump administration is pursuing private diplomatic channels with Tehran following recent military tensions while demanding public accountability for maritime attacks.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 02:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Who launched the latest airstrikes against Iran? Right now it's a mystery

Who launched the latest airstrikes against Iran? Right now it's a mystery

Unclaimed airstrikes have struck across Iran, deepening regional uncertainty as Tehran responds with missile volleys against neighboring nations.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 23:01 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US and Iran exchange airstrikes and missiles threatening ceasefire deal

US and Iran exchange airstrikes and missiles threatening ceasefire deal

Middle East tensions have intensified as the U.S. and Iran engage in escalating fire, placing an interim ceasefire agreement in jeopardy.

Transport ·10 Jul 2026, 08:36 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
US launches new airstrikes on Iran and Tehran fires back at Gulf Arab states

US launches new airstrikes on Iran and Tehran fires back at Gulf Arab states

Renewed U.S. airstrikes on Iranian infrastructure have triggered retaliatory missile and drone attacks across the Gulf, effectively ending the mid-June cease-fire.

World ·9 Jul 2026, 07:05 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
US military launches second round of strikes against targets in Iran

US military launches second round of strikes against targets in Iran

U.S. forces have launched a second consecutive night of strikes against Iranian targets to degrade threats to maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. This escalation follows the formal collapse of a ceasefire and has triggered a surge in global oil prices.

World ·8 Jul 2026, 23:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Khamenei funeral procession draws thousands of mourners in Iraq

Khamenei funeral procession draws thousands of mourners in Iraq

Crowds filled the streets of Najaf for the funeral procession of the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The event took place amid regional tensions and reflects the deep political and spiritual alliance between Iran and Iraq.

Sport ·8 Jul 2026, 10:36 ·Amelia Stone 3 min read
US launches strikes on Iran and revokes oil sales after shipping attacks

US launches strikes on Iran and revokes oil sales after shipping attacks

U.S. forces launched strikes against Iranian military targets following attacks on commercial shipping, triggering retaliatory fire against bases in Bahrain and Kuwait. The escalation has disrupted regional peace efforts and impacted global energy markets.

World ·8 Jul 2026, 09:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read