Senate Majority Leader John Thune to Add Iran Sanctions to Russia Sanctions Bill
Following President Trump's call, Senate Majority Leader John Thune announced plans to include sanctions targeting Iran in the ongoing Russia sanctions legislation.
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Following President Trump's call, Senate Majority Leader John Thune announced plans to include sanctions targeting Iran in the ongoing Russia sanctions legislation.
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President Trump called on Congress to add Iran to legislation targeting countries purchasing Russian energy, aiming to broaden sanctions amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Washington Times News | Jul 19, 2026, 4:01 PMpolitics
President Trump calls for expanding the bipartisan Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 to include Iran, following recent escalations in U.S.-Iran tensions and to honor the late Senator Lindsey Graham.
The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 2:12 PM
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Independent UN investigators call on Iran to stop the execution of 10 men arrested after January protests in Isfahan, amid concerns over a rising number of death sentences related to nationwide unrest.
UN News | Jul 23, 2026, 9:13 PM
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The United States has agreed to assist Saudi Arabia in developing a civilian nuclear program through a landmark 30-year agreement, while regional nuclear tensions persist involving Iran and Israel.
Al Jazeera | Jul 23, 2026, 1:32 PM
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The Houthi movement announced a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, sparking fears of renewed conflict and worsening humanitarian conditions in Yemen.
Al Jazeera | Jul 23, 2026, 9:00 AM
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Yemen's Houthis claim missile strikes on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea following a naval blockade announcement, while the US continues military actions targeting Iran.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 23, 2026, 12:08 AM
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the United States' willingness to negotiate with Iran while cautioning that Tehran faces consequences if it breaches its commitments, particularly regarding control over the Strait of Hormuz.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 8:04 AM
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At the ASEAN Summit in the Philippines, Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized US willingness to negotiate with Iran while cautioning about repercussions if Tehran breaches agreements.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 7:49 AM
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In response to threats of a naval blockade by Yemen's Houthis, Asian refiners are redirecting Saudi crude shipments through the Suez Canal and around Africa, increasing transit times and costs.
CNA Latest News | Jul 21, 2026, 7:10 PMpolitics
As House Democrats split over military aid to Israel, key 2028 Democratic presidential contenders stake out differing positions on U.S.-Israel relations amid shifting party dynamics.
The Hill | Jul 20, 2026, 10:05 AMworld
Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's Washington visit resulted in over $60 billion in agreements spanning energy, healthcare, and technology sectors.
Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 3:39 PMgeneral
A federal jury in Boston found Mahdi Mohammad Sadeghi guilty of conspiring to export sensitive American electronic components to Iran, violating U.S. sanctions laws.
Washington Times News | Jul 15, 2026, 7:36 PMpolitics
The passing of Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch advocate of hawkish policies and NATO alliances, marks the decline of a traditional interventionist approach amid growing public skepticism.
Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 1:09 PMShowing 1-14 of 14 articles.