Oil Prices Surge Amid US Strikes on Iran and Strait of Hormuz Shipping Incident
Oil prices rose sharply on July 20, 2026, following US military actions against Iran and a fire aboard a vessel in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
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Oil prices rose sharply on July 20, 2026, following US military actions against Iran and a fire aboard a vessel in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
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The US military continues its campaign to degrade Iranian military capabilities amid ongoing conflict, with recent strikes reportedly impacting the northwestern city of Tabriz and a vessel reported on fire near the Strait of Hormuz.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 20, 2026, 3:17 AMworld
US President Donald Trump states recent strikes on Iran honor fallen US military personnel amid rising casualties in Iraq and Jordan.
Al Jazeera | Jul 20, 2026, 3:00 AMworld
The United States has launched airstrikes on multiple Iranian cities for the ninth consecutive night as a ceasefire unravels and military casualties rise.
Al Jazeera | Jul 20, 2026, 2:10 AMpolitics
The designation of drug cartels as non-state armed groups blurs the line between law enforcement and war, with Customs and Border Protection reporting increased drug seizures despite ongoing violence in Brazil's favelas.
Reason | Jul 20, 2026, 12:11 AMgeneral
After an Iranian missile and drone assault killed two U.S. service members at a base in Jordan, President Trump authorized further airstrikes targeting Iranian Revolutionary Guard forces.
Washington Times News | Jul 19, 2026, 10:11 PMworld
A US service member died during a controlled detonation of unexploded Iranian drone ordnance in Iraq, raising US military fatalities to 17. Jordan summoned Iran’s envoy following missile attacks amid ongoing regional tensions.
France 24 English | Jul 19, 2026, 9:17 PMus
A US service member was killed during a controlled detonation of an Iranian drone in Iraq as the US launched airstrikes targeting Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, while Iran fired missiles toward Jordan, raising regional tensions.
Guardian US | Jul 19, 2026, 9:05 PMgeneral
Seyed Mohammad Marandi, identified as a regime mouthpiece, states Iran has prepared for decades for a U.S. land invasion and recently launched a new missile as regional tensions escalate.
Fox News Latest | Jul 19, 2026, 8:44 PMpolitics
Senator John Fetterman argues that Iran’s retention of nuclear material justifies ongoing U.S. military action after the collapse of an interim peace deal.
The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 6:28 PMpolitics
Adm. James Stavridis cautions the U.S. to monitor Iran’s activities in the Suez Canal amid escalating regional tensions and recent U.S. strikes.
The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 3:52 PMworld
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
President Trump calls for expanding the bipartisan Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 to include Iran, following recent escalations in U.S.-Iran tensions and to honor the late Senator Lindsey Graham.
The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 2:12 PMpolitics
U.S. retaliatory strikes follow Iranian attacks that killed two American service members in Jordan, while President Trump prepares to attend the FIFA World Cup Final in New Jersey.
The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 1:59 PMworld
Overnight on Sunday, July 19th, 2026, Russia fired two dozen ballistic missiles at Kyiv, resulting in one fatality and 16 injuries amid escalating air conflict.
France 24 English | Jul 19, 2026, 1:46 PMpolitics
Two American service members were killed and a third is missing after an Iranian strike on a US base in Jordan, prompting US airstrikes on Iran and comments from President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 9:55 AMworld
Ahead of his first White House visit in nearly 20 years by a Lebanese head of state, President Aoun seeks US support to implement a June 26 agreement aimed at ending Israel-Hezbollah conflict.
Al Jazeera | Jul 19, 2026, 9:51 AMworld
The conflict between the United States and Iran escalated with a seventh day of strikes targeting military and infrastructure sites, as Tehran announced suspension of its commitments under a recent interim agreement.
Africanews | Jul 19, 2026, 7:56 AMworld
The missile barrage on Kyiv early Sunday killed one person and injured at least 15, exposing Ukraine’s vulnerability amid a shortage of Patriot air defence missiles.
Al Jazeera | Jul 19, 2026, 5:20 AMgeneral
Taylor Farms has expanded its iceberg lettuce recall to 27 states as several notable events, including security incidents and natural disasters, unfold across the United States.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 19, 2026, 3:04 AMworld
Despite a ceasefire agreement in October, Israeli military operations continue in Gaza, resulting in civilian deaths and international concern.
Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 10:11 PMworld
Despite a ceasefire agreement in October, Israeli military strikes continue in Gaza, resulting in civilian deaths and international concern.
Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 8:47 PMworld
After seven consecutive nights of attacks, US strikes have visibly damaged key infrastructure in Iran, including bridges and a water desalination facility.
Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 8:34 PMworld
Drone attacks by Ukraine targeted Russian logistics and energy infrastructure, resulting in multiple casualties and damage to key facilities.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 18, 2026, 8:22 PMShowing 97-120 of 187 articles.