Secretary Hegseth Faces Senate Scrutiny Amid Rising Costs of Conflict with Iran
As Iran launched new attacks on U.S. allies, Secretary Hegseth defended requests for increased war funding during a contentious Senate hearing.
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As Iran launched new attacks on U.S. allies, Secretary Hegseth defended requests for increased war funding during a contentious Senate hearing.
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A year after US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, President Donald Trump signals potential new attacks on another nuclear facility as the war extends beyond initial expectations.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 22, 2026, 5:45 AM
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Despite easing refined fuel export restrictions in July 2026, China enforces strict compliance measures to protect domestic reserves as tensions between Washington and Tehran escalate.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 21, 2026, 9:31 AMworld
US Central Command targets Iran’s Revolutionary Guard in retaliation for the killing of two US service members in Jordan, amid escalating regional tensions and accusations from Kuwait against Tehran.
France 24 English | Jul 19, 2026, 6:03 AMworld
Authorities in Bahrain and Kuwait intercepted Iranian missiles and drones amid rising fears of a broader conflict, while Jordan and Israel respond to threats near Aqaba.
France 24 English | Jul 19, 2026, 3:00 PMpolitics
The cease-fire with Iran has ended, prompting President Trump to reject violations of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), raising questions about the administration's next steps.
National Review | Jul 15, 2026, 10:51 AMpolitics
The US military targets Iranian infrastructure as Iran retaliates, while President Trump renews 2020 election fraud allegations, drawing criticism and official rebuttals.
The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 1:46 PMworld
Tensions escalate as Iran and the US target military sites and shipping traffic in the Gulf, raising fears of all-out conflict.
CNA Latest News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:43 AMworld
As Iran and the United States continue to exchange fire over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, multiple surveillance methods are employed to track activity in the region.
Africanews | Jul 16, 2026, 5:30 PMworld
Tensions escalate as Iran claims attacks on US military bases and warns of broader regional strikes, while the US releases footage of its own strikes on Iran.
Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 9:06 AMworld
Tensions escalate as Iran's Revolutionary Guards vow to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed until US aggression ends, following fresh US strikes on Iranian military targets.
BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 12:44 PMgeneral
Tensions escalate as Iran responds to U.S. blockade by threatening to halt all regional oil export routes.
NPR News | Jul 15, 2026, 11:05 AM
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Iranian-aligned Houthis strike two Saudi oil tankers amid a naval blockade, escalating tensions alongside US military strikes on Iran.
CNA Latest News | Jul 23, 2026, 5:48 AM
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As the United States continues airstrikes targeting Iran, Tehran warns of escalating attacks across the Gulf region, emphasizing that no infrastructure will remain safe without guaranteed Iranian security.
Al Jazeera | Jul 23, 2026, 12:59 AM
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Several executions have been carried out in Iran this week as part of a campaign targeting those accused of fomenting unrest and espionage during the ongoing conflict with the United States.
Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 5:16 PM
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Executions linked to recent protests are part of Iran’s campaign against alleged infiltrators amid ongoing tensions with the United States and Israel.
Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 4:52 PM
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Technology shares led a rebound in Asian markets on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, following gains in US tech stocks, while oil prices eased despite fresh military tensions involving US targets in the Middle East.
CNA Latest News | Jul 21, 2026, 5:42 AMworld
The deaths raise the US military toll in the war with Iran to 17, with officials investigating remains of a missing service member.
ABC Australia News | Jul 20, 2026, 3:16 PMworld
Oil prices fell from recent highs following Iran's announcement that talks with the U.S. could resume based on national interests.
CNA Latest News | Jul 20, 2026, 10:17 AMworld
Multiple Iranian strikes hit Kuwait and Bahrain amid escalating tensions following US military actions against Iran.
Al Jazeera | Jul 19, 2026, 3:39 PMworld
US President Donald Trump will address the nation in a prime-time speech focusing on escalating foreign conflicts and domestic political issues ahead of the 2026 midterms.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 1:34 AMworld
Iran reportedly instructs Yemen's Houthis to prepare for Red Sea shipping disruptions if Iranian power infrastructure is targeted, as US continues military strikes.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 17, 2026, 1:26 AMworld
Iranian media reports key infrastructure targeted as tensions escalate between the US and Iran.
Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 9:56 PMworld
Less than a month after a memorandum of understanding aimed at peace, the US Central Command launched a new wave of strikes on Iran and resumed its naval blockade on Iranian ports.
Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 9:21 AMShowing 1-24 of 27 articles.