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Middle East Amid Iran Conflict

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Republican Nancy Mace Proposes Permanent Travel Ban on 39 Countries Across Caribbean, Middle East, and Africa

South Carolina lawmaker seeks to codify and expand former President Trump's travel restrictions with new legislation targeting multiple regions and Palestinian Authority-issued documents.

Jul 15, 2026, 3:53 PM Fox News Latest

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NATO’s Eastern Flank Prepares Amid Rising Hybrid Threats from Russia

From Finland to Poland, NATO allies brace for intensified Russian hybrid warfare involving drones, cyberattacks, and sabotage.

Washington Times News | Jul 15, 2026, 3:30 PM

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Twitter Marks 20 Years: A Journalist Reflects on Revolutions, Wars, and the Platform’s Evolution

As Twitter turns 20, a journalist recounts key moments shaped by the platform, from Iran’s Green Revolution to the US airstrike near Baghdad, and reflects on its rebranding to X under Elon Musk.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 3:18 PM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Faces Senate Confirmation Hearing as ICE Pauses Most Traffic Stops

Todd Blanche appears before the Senate for confirmation amid Immigration and Customs Enforcement's decision to halt most traffic stops following recent deadly shootings.

NPR News | Jul 15, 2026, 2:46 PM

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Iraq’s Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi Meets Trump Amid Shifting Political Pressures

Ali al-Zaidi’s recent Washington visit highlights the external influences shaping Iraq’s political landscape and militia control efforts.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 2:39 PM

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Senator Lindsey Graham’s Death Leaves Ukraine Without a Key U.S. Ally

The sudden passing of Senator Lindsey Graham removes a prominent advocate for Ukraine, with calls for strong U.S. policies on Ukraine, Iran, and Taiwan in his honor.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 2:27 PM

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US Military Strikes Iranian Targets on Greater Tunb Island Following Trump’s Threat

Precision strikes targeted coastal defense and missile sites near the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 2:24 PM

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U.S. Military Launches Daytime Strikes on Iran Amid New Blockade of Strait of Hormuz

President Trump reportedly convened a Situation Room session to plan a broad offensive against Tehran as the U.S. intensifies military actions.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 1:15 PM

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Lindsey Graham's Death Signals Shift Away from Interventionist U.S. Foreign Policy

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 PM

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Iran Accuses Israel Over Alleged Plot Involving Mahmoud Ahmadinejad

Claims that Israel considered a regime-change plan involving former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad underscore the ongoing information battle surrounding the Iran conflict.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 15, 2026, 12:45 PM

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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.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 12:44 PM

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FCC Officials Accepted Expensive Gifts from Paramount Amid Billion-Dollar Merger Approvals

FCC commissioners received costly Kennedy Center gala tickets from Paramount while overseeing the company's major merger approvals, raising ethics concerns.

ProPublica | Jul 15, 2026, 11:11 AM

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Iran Threatens to Block Oil Exports Amid U.S. Maritime Blockade in Strait of Hormuz

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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Ukraine and EU Forge New Drone Production Partnership

Kyiv and the European Union have agreed to combine Ukraine’s battlefield drone expertise with Europe’s industrial capacity to boost drone production amid ongoing conflict.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 15, 2026, 11:01 AM

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Three Dead as Russian Attacks on Odesa Intensify Amid European Commission President's Kyiv Visit

Russian strikes on the Ukrainian port city of Odesa have resulted in additional fatalities, coinciding with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's visit to Kyiv.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 15, 2026, 9:30 AM

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US Reinstates Naval Blockade on Iranian Ports Amid Ongoing Gulf Attacks

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 AM

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Russian Strikes Kill Six in Ukraine as Kyiv Targets Russian Vessels in Black Sea

Overnight attacks saw Russia strike Ukrainian cities Odesa and Sumy, while Ukraine launched drone strikes on Russian ships in the Black Sea, escalating the conflict.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 9:19 AM

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Samsung Workers Divided Over $402,000 Bonus Sparks Deepening Feud

Samsung Electronics faces internal strife as device division employees protest a massive compensation gap favoring chip division workers.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 7:16 AM

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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

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Flights Grounded at D.C.'s Ronald Reagan Airport Amid Iraqi Prime Minister's Visit

Security measures during Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's Washington visit caused significant flight disruptions at Ronald Reagan National Airport.

CBS Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 4:38 AM

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Trump Warns Iran of Intensified U.S. Strikes on Infrastructure

Following four days of U.S. military action, President Trump signals escalation in strikes targeting Iran's infrastructure.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 3:43 AM

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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

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Seattle Residents Downsize Amid Rising Living Costs and Inflation

A Seattle-area family connected to a major tech company is selling their home and downsizing as inflation and high prices strain middle-class budgets.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 1:25 AM

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Trump Threatens to Expand Strikes on Iran, Targets Power Plants Next

President Donald Trump warns Iran of intensified U.S. military actions, including strikes on power plants and bridges, unless Tehran agrees to negotiate.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 12:39 AM