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Iran Renewed Attacks on Gulf States Following Continued US Strikes

Tensions escalate as Iran and the US target military sites and shipping traffic in the Gulf, raising fears of all-out conflict.

Jul 18, 2026, 5:43 AM CNA Latest News

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Israeli Army Destroys Three Schools in Southern Lebanon, Minister Says

At least 20 schools have been completely destroyed in southern Lebanon amid ongoing conflict, with hundreds more damaged and half a million children out of school.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 3:59 AM

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Iranian Official Warns of Full-Scale War if US Continues Bombing

Senior Iranian military advisor Mohsen Rezaee states that Iran’s current limited retaliations will escalate if US attacks persist.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 2:52 AM

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Criticizes International Criminal Court, Threatens Action

Marco Rubio escalates US opposition to the International Criminal Court, citing threats to American legal sovereignty and the protection of US personnel abroad.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 18, 2026, 2:08 AM

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Ukraine Faces Leadership Changes Amid Ongoing Conflict and Global Tensions

Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov is ousted amid wartime protests, while President Zelensky reshuffles government during critical military operations. Meanwhile, global oil tensions persist following a contested Memorandum of Understanding.

France 24 English | Jul 18, 2026, 1:15 AM

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Trump Media Considers Charging Fee for Early Access to Social Media Posts

The Trump Media and Technology Group plans to offer a paid data feed granting priority access to posts from Donald Trump and other influential accounts, sparking ethical concerns.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 12:53 AM

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Asian-American Groups Criticize Trump’s Speech for Fueling Prejudice Amid Election Tensions

US President Donald Trump’s recent address raised concerns among minority communities and drew rebuke from China’s foreign ministry and Chinese-American groups.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 11:36 PM

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Ukrainian Soldiers Express Outrage Over Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov's Removal

Following the removal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, protests erupted in Kyiv, with many soldiers and veterans voicing strong criticism of the decision amid ongoing conflict with Russia.

BBC World | Jul 17, 2026, 9:50 PM

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UN Chief Urges Diplomatic Efforts Amid Escalating US-Iran Conflict in Gulf Region

The UN Secretary-General expresses deep concern over intensified military clashes between Iran and the United States, calling for renewed diplomacy to restore peace and navigational freedoms in the Strait of Hormuz.

UN News | Jul 17, 2026, 9:14 PM

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US and Iran Target Infrastructure Amid Rising Tensions in Middle East

The US and Iran expanded their conflict by attacking critical infrastructure, raising fears of further escalation and potential return to all-out war.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 8:55 PM

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Russia Detains Blogger Ilya Remeslo and Bars Boris Nadezhdin from Parliamentary Race

Russian authorities intensify crackdown on opposition by detaining critic Ilya Remeslo and convicting Boris Nadezhdin, barring him from September elections.

BBC World | Jul 17, 2026, 8:52 PM

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At Least 20 Killed in Jihadist Attacks in Eastern DR Congo

Three attacks by suspected jihadist fighters in North Kivu’s Beni territory and Mangina have resulted in at least 20 deaths this week.

Africanews | Jul 17, 2026, 6:50 AM

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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Announces Testosterone Screening for Military Personnel

New health screening measures will test US troops aged 30 and older for testosterone deficiency as part of routine annual check-ups.

France 24 English | Jul 17, 2026, 5:53 AM

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Trump Delivers Primetime Address Highlighting Second-Term Agenda Ahead of Midterms

President Trump praised his administration’s achievements and outlined election security concerns in a primetime speech aimed at energizing Republicans for the upcoming midterm elections.

Washington Times News | Jul 17, 2026, 4:12 AM

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Democrats Reject Trump’s Claims of 2020 Election Fraud

Following President Donald Trump’s renewed allegations of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election, Democratic leaders and governors issued strong rebuttals, emphasizing the security of U.S. elections.

The Hill | Jul 17, 2026, 3:42 AM

Trump Media to Sell Priority Access to Truth Social Posts, Drawing Criticism

Donald Trump’s media company plans to charge Wall Street firms for expedited access to posts on Truth Social, raising concerns about conflicts of interest and market impact.

Guardian US | Jul 17, 2026, 1:56 AM

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Trump to Deliver Critical Speech Amid Iran Crisis and Rising China Tensions

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 AM

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Poland Charges Ukrainian Teenager with Sabotage for Russian Intelligence

An 18-year-old Ukrainian man faces 47 criminal charges in Poland for alleged sabotage aimed at stirring ethnic tensions between Poland and Ukraine.

BBC World | Jul 17, 2026, 1:33 AM

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Tehran Warns of Wider Disruption Amid Sixth Night of US Strikes

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 AM

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Vietnamese Activist Bao Ngoc Highlights Gaza’s Plight Amid Tight Protest Controls

Bao Ngoc, the first Vietnamese to join the Global Sumud Flotilla, draws rare national attention to Palestinian suffering despite Vietnam’s cautious stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 12:50 AM

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US Conducts Sixth Night of Strikes on Civilian Infrastructure in Southern Iran

Power outages and damage to a train station reported in Bandar Abbas amid escalating Middle East tensions.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 12:44 AM

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