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This is a high-resolution image of the United States Declaration of Independence ( article - text ). This image is a version of the 1823 William Stone facsimile — Stone may well have used a wet pressing process (that removed ink from the original document onto a contact sheet for the purpose of making the engraving).

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Iran Pushes Back Against US Amid Escalating Regional Attacks

A series of strikes and military actions across the Middle East raise fears of wider conflict as Iran rejects joint oversight proposals for the Strait of Hormuz.

Jul 29, 2026, 6:55 PM Al Jazeera

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Israel's "Security Fence", "West Bank Barrier", is a solid wall along 5% of its length. 10 metres high and reinforced concrete.

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UN Warns West Bank Settler Violence Reaches All-Time High Amid Settlement Expansion

The UN’s human rights office reports escalating violence in the West Bank, with rising settler attacks and new settlements approved by the Israeli government, prompting calls for urgent international action.

UN News | Jul 29, 2026, 6:05 PM

Farah Pahlavi- former Queen (Shahbanu) of Iran

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U.S. and Iran Resume Attacks; Fauci to Face Senate Questions on COVID-19

Following an attack by Iran on U.S. forces in the Middle East, hostilities between the two nations have resumed. Meanwhile, a Senate committee is set to question Anthony Fauci regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.

NPR News | Jul 29, 2026, 4:34 PM

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US Thwarts Iranian Missile Attack, Retaliates with Strikes in Iraq; Trump Issues Strong Warning

Following a thwarted missile attack by Iran-backed forces, the US and Saudi Arabia launched retaliatory strikes in Iraq, escalating tensions in the Middle East.

NBC Politics | Jul 29, 2026, 3:49 PM

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Iran and US Exchange Strikes, Ending Brief Ceasefire in Middle East Conflict

US Central Command intercepted multiple ballistic missiles fired by Iran, while US and Saudi forces retaliated against Iran-aligned targets in Iraq.

BBC World | Jul 29, 2026, 2:56 AM

Supplicating Pilgrim at Masjid Al Haram . Mecca , Saudi Arabia .

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Saudi Arabia and US Conduct Strikes on Iran-Backed Groups in Iraq

The strikes were carried out in coordination with the US military in response to recent drone attacks targeting Saudi Arabia.

Al Jazeera | Jul 29, 2026, 2:35 AM

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US and Saudi Arabia Strike Iran-Backed Militias in Iraq Amid Rising Tensions

Saudi Arabia confirms participation in US airstrikes targeting Iran-backed Iraqi militias following drone attacks on oil facilities, while Israel's Netanyahu praises a key meeting with US President Trump.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 29, 2026, 1:13 AM

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US Military Intercepts Multiple Missiles Launched by Iran in Surprise Attack

The US military intercepted several ballistic missiles launched by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targeting US forces in the Middle East, ending a brief pause in hostilities.

CNA Latest News | Jul 29, 2026, 12:13 AM

A view (directly overhead) of a Christ Pantocrator in the dome of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre , Old City of Jerusalem . Circular crop applied.

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Iran Fires Ballistic Missiles at U.S. Base in Middle East, All Intercepted

U.S. Central Command reports a failed surprise missile attack by Iran hours after a White House meeting between Trump and Netanyahu.

The Hill | Jul 28, 2026, 11:28 PM

Lindsey Graham speaking at the Iowa GOP's Growth and Opportunity Party in Des Moines, Iowa on October 31, 2015.

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Donald Trump Praises Lindsey Graham at Washington Funeral with Netanyahu and Zelenskyy in Attendance

Former US President Donald Trump honored Senator Lindsey Graham as a formidable and influential figure during a funeral attended by global leaders including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

ABC Australia News | Jul 28, 2026, 10:23 PM

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Oman Proposes Gulf-Backed Plan to Iran for Voluntary Fees in Strait of Hormuz

Oman has presented Iran with a Gulf-supported proposal to jointly manage the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to restore stable shipping after disruptions caused by the US-Israeli conflict.

France 24 English | Jul 28, 2026, 2:27 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Authorities have evacuated hundreds of thousands as firefighters confront unprecedented wildfires worsened by extreme heat and dangerous conditions.

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France and Spain Battle Massive Wildfires Ahead of New Heatwave

Authorities have evacuated hundreds of thousands as firefighters confront unprecedented wildfires worsened by extreme heat and dangerous conditions.

ABC Australia News | Jul 27, 2026, 6:28 PM

Portions of Oman, The United Arab Emirates and Iran are seen at the Strait of Hormuz (26.0N, 56.0E) in this view. A number of ship wakes can be seen in the area of the strait. Sunglint in the Persian Gulf to the northwest, accentuates the complex currents and oil slicks, seen as dark toned blue streaks on the surface. Qeshm Island, just off the coast of Iran, can be seen on the edge of the photo.

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Iran Claims Control of Strait of Hormuz Following Weekend Ceasefire Pause

After a weekend pause in military strikes, Iran asserts control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz and reports no new attacks amid ongoing conflict with the U.S.

The Hill | Jul 27, 2026, 12:42 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating After nearly two weeks of tit-for-tat strikes in the Middle East, the United States has paused its bombardments on Iran, with diplomatic talks ongoing and concerns over military resources.

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US Halts Bombing of Iran Amid Reports of Depleted Weapons and Diplomatic Pressure

After nearly two weeks of tit-for-tat strikes in the Middle East, the United States has paused its bombardments on Iran, with diplomatic talks ongoing and concerns over military resources.

Al Jazeera | Jul 27, 2026, 12:40 PM

Satellite image of Japan in May 2003. The islands of Japan are shown clearly off the coast of North and South Korea, China, and Russia in this true-color image. Running down through the islands are a string of mountains that make up part of the Pacific "Ring of Fire." The Ring of Fire is a zone of frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions that stretches in a series of arcs from New Zealand, through Indonesia, up through the Philippines, Japan, the Kuril Islands and Kamchatka Peninsula (Russia), across the Pacific Ocean via the Aleutian Islands, and down the coast of the Americas. Seventy-five percent of the world's volcanoes are in this ring, making it the most volcanically-active region on the planet. Also shown in this image are a number of fires, which are marked with red dots. A few fires were detected in Japan, China, and North Korea, but the majority were detected in Russia's Primorskiy-Kray region. This true-color Aqua MODIS image was acquired on May 1, 2003.

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America and Japan Strengthen Alliance Amid Rising China Concerns

Japan hosts 60,000 U.S. troops, co-produces advanced missile systems, and deepens defense cooperation to deter Chinese aggression in the Indo-Pacific region.

Fox News Latest | Jul 27, 2026, 9:12 AM

The arrival of El Niño in the tropical Pacific Ocean triggers a cascade of changes in tropical rainfall and wind patterns that echo around the globe. For the United States, the most significant impact is a shift in the path of the mid-latitude jet streams. These swift, high-level winds play a major role in separating warm and cool air masses and steering storms from the Pacific across the U.S. This map illustrates the typical impacts of El Niño on U.S. winter weather. During El Niño, the Pacific jet stream is more reliable across the southern tier of the United States. Southern and interior Alaska and the Pacific Northwest tend to be warmer than average, and the southern tier of U.S. states—from California to the Carolinas—tends to be wetter than average. Farther north, the Ohio and Upper Mississippi River Valleys may be drier than usual. One or more of these climate patterns have occurred during many El Niño events in the past. That doesn’t mean that all of these impacts happen during every episode. Every event is somewhat different. In other words, the influence of El Niño on U.S. winter climate is a matter of probability, not certainty. El Niño and La Niña are opposite phases of a natural climate pattern across the tropical Pacific Ocean that swings back and forth every 3-7 years on average. El Niño and La Niña alternately warm and cool large areas of the tropical Pacific—the world’s largest ocean—which significantly influences where and how much it rains there. Like a boulder dropped into a stream, this shift in the location of tropical rainfall disrupts the atmospheric circulation patterns that connect the tropics with the middle latitudes, which in turn modifies the mid-latitude jet streams. By modifying the jet streams, El Niño and La Niña can affect temperature and precipitation across the United States and other parts of the world. The influence on the U.S. is strongest during the winter (December-February), but it may linger into early spring.

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Super El Niño Expected to Cause Major Economic Losses Across Africa

African Development Bank warns of a $10 billion to $20 billion economic impact and lasting effects on GDP due to a strong El Niño event.

Africanews | Jul 27, 2026, 8:08 AM

Donald Trump speaking at CPAC in Washington D.C. on February 10, 2011.

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Israel Approves Entry of International Force into Gaza under Trump Ceasefire Plan

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s security cabinet has approved the legal framework for a multinational security force to deploy in Gaza, as part of US President Donald Trump’s peace initiative.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 27, 2026, 7:56 AM

Vydubychi Monastery : Saint George Cathedral (1696-1701) and bell tower (1727-1733), Kiev, Ukraine

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Ten Killed in Russian Missile Strike on Drone Exhibition Near Kyiv

At least 15 people have died in multiple Russian attacks across Ukraine, including a ballistic missile strike on a drone technology exhibition near Kyiv.

BBC World | Jul 27, 2026, 6:17 AM

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Red Sea Shipping Declines After Houthi Attacks on Saudi Oil Facilities

Shipping traffic through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait dropped to its lowest in months following attacks by Yemeni Houthis on Saudi oil installations, while transit through the Strait of Hormuz remained low despite a pause in U.S.-Iran strikes.

CNA Latest News | Jul 27, 2026, 4:34 AM

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry sits with CBS News State Department Correspondent Margaret Brennan in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, on March 14, 2015, following an interview focused on his upcoming negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program, as well as other foreign policy topics. [State Department Photo/Public Domain]

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Senator John Kennedy Discusses Saudi Nuclear Deal and U.S. War Policy on Face the Nation

Louisiana Republican Senator John Kennedy addressed concerns about the Saudi civil nuclear deal and U.S. military involvement in the Middle East during a July 26, 2026 interview.

CBS Politics | Jul 27, 2026, 1:11 AM

Place de la Bourse Bordeaux Gironde France

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Bordeaux Faces Threat as France and Spain Combat Unprecedented Wildfires

Wildfires near Bordeaux in southwest France and across regions in Spain have forced the evacuation of over 300,000 people amid record-high temperatures and challenging weather conditions.

France 24 English | Jul 27, 2026, 12:17 AM

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Nearly 8 in 10 Americans Say Iran War Has Been Harder Than Trump Administration Expected: Poll

A CBS News/YouGov survey reveals widespread public perception that the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict has been more challenging than initially anticipated by the Trump administration.

The Hill | Jul 26, 2026, 10:12 PM

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US-Iran Conflict Pauses Amid Concerns Over Munitions, Raising Hopes for Negotiations

A lull in US air strikes on Iran after nearly two weeks has sparked hopes for renewed talks, while reports indicate Washington is restraining further escalation due to dwindling military supplies.

ABC Australia News | Jul 26, 2026, 9:27 AM

The khanjar (Arabic: خنجر‎) is the traditional dagger of Oman.

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Iran Reports Progress in Talks with Oman on Strait of Hormuz Amid US Military Actions

Negotiations between Iran and Oman aim to manage the strategic Strait of Hormuz, following renewed US attacks on Iran and ongoing tensions over control of the vital waterway.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 26, 2026, 9:24 AM