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Houthis launch missile and drone attack on Saudi Arabia’s Abha airport
Hostilities have spiked in Yemen after the government disabled the Sanaa airport runway, prompting a retaliatory Houthi strike on Saudi infrastructure.
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Iran hits two UAE tankers in Strait of Hormuz as US carries out third night of strikes
Hostilities in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified following attacks on two tankers and the US military's strikes on coastal defense and missile sites. The conflict has caused global oil prices to rise as the US declares a blockade on Iranian ports and proposes a security toll.
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Hungary parliament passes law to oust president in Magyar's power shake-up
Prime Minister Péter Magyar has secured a parliamentary supermajority to remove President Tamás Sulyok and implement a broad institutional purge.
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US military launches new strikes on Iran and reinstates Strait blockade
President Trump has announced a naval blockade of Iranian ports and a 20% toll on cargo in the Strait of Hormuz amid intensifying military operations and combat. These measures mark a departure from previous U.S. policy regarding free transit in the region.
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Europe recorded 10,000 excess deaths during late-June heat wave, data shows
Data from the EuroMOMO network confirms 10,650 excess deaths across 27 countries during the final week of June, a spike linked to record-breaking heat.
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US resumes blockade of Iranian ports and takes control of Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military is set to blockade Iranian ports following increased hostilities and a proposed cargo fee for transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Trump announces US naval blockade of Iran and 20% toll in Hormuz Strait
The United States is implementing a mandatory 20% transit toll and a naval blockade of the Iranian coastline following a collapse in regional ceasefire talks. The move has drawn formal opposition from the International Maritime Organization and caused a rise in oil prices.
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Trump declares US control of Strait of Hormuz and reinstates port blockade
The United States has designated itself the 'Guardian of the Hormuz Strait' and announced a new naval blockade and toll system for cargo vessels. The policy follows recent U.S. drone strikes on Iranian facilities and the collapse of a regional memorandum of understanding.
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California sues to block federal restart of offshore oil pipeline
California officials are suing to stop Sable Offshore Corp. from operating a pipeline, arguing that federal emergency powers do not override state law.
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Trump plans US takeover of Strait of Hormuz with 20 percent cargo tax
President Trump has declared a U.S.-led naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, announcing a 20 percent cargo levy to fund security operations in the region.
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US military launches new strikes on Iran as regional attacks escalate
US forces have intensified operations against Iran following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and retaliatory strikes across the Gulf region. These actions occur as diplomatic efforts to secure the maritime corridor reach a stalemate.
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Bangkok pub fire kills at least 27 people
At least 27 people died and 63 were injured after a blaze tore through a popular Bangkok pub. Authorities are investigating a circuit breaker explosion and whether fire exits were obstructed.
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Qatar's Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani laid to rest in Doha
Qatar is observing four days of national mourning following the death of Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. The former leader, who reigned from 1995 until his 2013 abdication, was laid to rest at the Lusail Cemetery following funeral prayers in Doha.
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Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 After ‘Brief and Sudden Illness’
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, a long-time Republican power broker and foreign policy advocate, has passed away at age 71. His sudden death creates a vacancy that will be filled by a gubernatorial appointment until the November 2026 election.
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Police say no suggestion of political motive in Widdecombe killing
Devon and Cornwall Police have stated there is no evidence that the death of former politician Ann Widdecombe was politically motivated or terror-related. A 28-year-old man remains in custody as authorities continue their investigation.
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Qatari former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies at 74
The Amiri Diwan announced the death of former Qatari Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who oversaw the nation's rapid modernization and development.
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Lindsey Graham, key ally of Donald Trump, dies after sudden illness, his office says
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, a pivotal figure in Republican foreign policy and an ally of Donald Trump, has died at the age of 71. His passing leaves a vacancy in the Senate during an active election cycle.
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US and Iran exchange strikes as Tehran again says strait of Hormuz is closed
The US launched strikes on at least 140 Iranian sites following an IRGC attack on a commercial vessel and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Trump’s Justice Department subpoenas NY Times journalists over Qatari Air Force One report
Federal agents have ordered several New York Times reporters to testify before a grand jury following reports on security vulnerabilities in the president's Qatari-gifted jet.
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UK police make new arrest over killing of former politician Ann Widdecombe
A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after former MP and Reform UK spokesperson Ann Widdecombe was found dead at her home.