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Iran War Shifts Focus

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Iran Threatens to Block More Trade Routes Amid US Military Strikes

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.

Jul 15, 2026, 12:44 PM BBC World

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Trump Threatens Strikes on Iran’s Civilian Infrastructure, Scraps Hormuz Toll Amid Middle East Tensions

President Donald Trump warns of targeting Iran’s power plants and bridges if no deal is reached, while reversing a plan to impose a 20% toll on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 12:00 PM

world

IMF Warns Depleted Oil Reserves Heighten Vulnerability Amid US-Iran Conflict

The International Monetary Fund cautions that dwindling global oil reserves have left economies exposed to rising fuel prices as tensions between the US and Iran escalate.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 10:49 AM

world

China's Economic Growth Slows Sharply, Missing Annual Target

Weak domestic demand and rising oil prices linked to the Iran war overshadow strong export gains in China’s second quarter.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 5:33 AM

world

Mbappe Cites Tactical and Technical Errors in France's World Cup Semifinal Defeat to Spain

French captain Kylian Mbappe reflects on midfield challenges and Spain's control in the 0-2 loss that ended France's World Cup run in Dallas.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 2:33 AM

world

Oil Prices Surge Amid Renewed US-Iran Hostilities and Strikes on Energy Targets

Oil prices climbed to one-month highs as tensions escalated between the US and Iran, with a US naval blockade reinstated and retaliatory strikes launched by Iran.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 2:13 AM

politics

Lawmakers Demand Transparency on Deadly Tomahawk Missile Strike on Iranian School

As the U.S. engages in a new conflict with Iran, questions arise over a February missile strike that reportedly killed over 100 Iranian children.

Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 1:48 AM

politics

Trump Withdraws Strait of Hormuz Toll Plan Amid Rising Costs of Iran Conflict

As U.S. airstrikes on Iran enter a fourth consecutive day, lawmakers question the Pentagon on escalating war expenses.

NBC Politics | Jul 14, 2026, 11:41 PM

Senate Democrats Block Defense Bill Over Trump’s Renewed Hostilities with Iran

Amid escalating US-Iran tensions, Senate Democrats halt the National Defense Authorization Act to protest President Trump’s actions.

Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 9:16 PM

global-institutions

UN Maritime Agency Condemns Deadly Attacks in Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalating US-Iran Conflict

The International Maritime Organization calls for restraint and dialogue following overnight strikes that killed at least two seafarers and disrupted a vital global shipping route.

UN News | Jul 14, 2026, 8:07 PM

world

US and Iran Exchange Strikes as Interim Peace Deal Collapses, Raising Tensions in Gulf

The United States launched strikes on Iranian targets in Khuzestan province, while Iran targeted US allies and shipping in the Gulf, escalating conflict and undermining a recent peace agreement.

Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 8:05 PM

world

Iran Launches Missile Strikes on US Bases After Trump’s Sea Blockade Threat

Tensions escalate as President Trump briefly demands tolls on Strait of Hormuz shipping before retreating, amid ongoing conflict and military strikes.

BBC World | Jul 14, 2026, 7:56 PM

world

Trump Withdraws 20% Strait of Hormuz Transit Fee Amid Rising US-Iran Conflict

Following escalating tensions between the US and Iran, President Donald Trump reverses his plan to impose a transit fee, opting instead for investment deals with Gulf States.

Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 7:31 PM

politics

Kagan and Barrett Testify on Supreme Court Budget Amid Security Concerns; Fed Chair Warsh Testifies on Inflation Policy

Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett appeared on Capitol Hill to discuss the court’s budget and rising security threats, while Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh testified in the House following new inflation data.

The Hill | Jul 14, 2026, 3:03 PM

global-institutions

Global Support for Refugees Remains Strong Despite Polarized Debate, UNHCR Reports

New data reveals stable public support for refugees worldwide, with notable increases in empathy in countries like Japan and France, even as doubts about asylum systems persist.

UN News | Jul 14, 2026, 2:30 PM

politics

Challenges Persist for U.S. in Regaining Full Control of Strait of Hormuz

Experts say restoring prewar oil tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz demands a significant U.S. military presence amid ongoing Iranian asymmetric warfare tactics.

CBS Politics | Jul 14, 2026, 2:19 PM

world

Iran Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Formalize Control Over Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising US Tensions

Hardline Iranian MPs propose legislation to assert control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, challenging potential negotiations as US-Iran tensions escalate.

Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 1:53 PM

Fatal ICE Shooting in Maine Marks Seventh Death in Immigration Enforcement Since 2025

The latest ICE-involved killing in Maine follows a similar incident in Texas and coincides with a reported drop in inflation for June 2026.

Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 1:21 PM

general

Inflation Drops More Than Expected in June as Gas Prices Ease Amid U.S.-Iran Talks

June inflation in the U.S. fell to its lowest level since March, aided by a decline in gas prices following negotiations between the U.S. and Iran.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 14, 2026, 1:18 PM

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U.S. Reinstates Blockade of Strait of Hormuz; States Sue to Halt Paramount-Warner Bros Merger

On July 14, 2026, the United States announced it will reinstate a blockade over the Strait of Hormuz, while multiple states have filed lawsuits to prevent the merger of Paramount and Warner Bros.

NPR News | Jul 14, 2026, 12:34 PM

world

Gulf Countries Face Renewed Iranian Attacks Amid Fragile Ceasefire

Air defence systems in Gulf states were activated following Iranian attacks targeting US military installations, raising questions about regional security and the durability of a recent ceasefire agreement.

Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 11:38 AM

politics

How Americans Governed Themselves as British Rule Crumbled in the Mid-1770s

During the early years of the American War, traditional colonial governments dissolved, and new, improvised governing structures emerged amid competing loyalties and voluntary authority shifts.

Reason | Jul 14, 2026, 11:05 AM

Trump Threatens US Tolls on Hormuz Shipping Amid Continued Strikes on Iran

The US has launched its third consecutive night of strikes on Iran following Donald Trump's announcement to reinstate a maritime blockade and impose tariffs on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 11:05 AM