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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right87d ago

Iran lied about negotiations with US, Strait of Hormuz to open 'very soon', Trump says

US President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that Iran had publicly denied ongoing negotiations while secretly seeking talks, claiming the US was prepared for a massive military operation before pursuing diplomacy. Trump reiterated that Iran would not obtain a nuclear weapon and asserted that the Strait of Hormuz would open soon, warning of severe consequences if Iran withdrew from current discussions.

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Al Jazeera

center87d ago

Return of goods to markets in Gaza doesn’t mean people can afford them

Displaced Palestinians in Gaza City are struggling to afford food despite the return of goods to markets, as soaring prices and limited income opportunities persist. The UN reports that while supply has increased, unaffordability has also risen, forcing the population to rely on aid amidst widespread economic collapse.

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The Guardian Europe

left88d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Russian soldier in Crimea shoots comrades and civilians

A Russian soldier in Sevastopol, Crimea, killed one comrade and three civilians before wounding three others, with the attacker subsequently arrested. Meanwhile, Russian missile strikes on Kyiv killed one person and injured 12, while Ukrainian drones targeted warehouses across Russia, including facilities run by Wildberries and Lenta.

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BBC Middle East

center88d ago

Trump says Iran will be 'hit very hard' if Hormuz Strait not open soon as oil prices fall

US officials announced progress in talks with Iran and Oman regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, potentially allowing shipments to resume this week. Oil prices fell significantly on the news, though no details of a potential deal have been released, and Iran has denied direct negotiations with the US.

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Al Jazeera

center88d ago

Israel approves $37m to seize more than 70 occupied West Bank sites

Israel's Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced a $37 million allocation to seize control of over 70 historical sites in the occupied West Bank. This funding aims to accelerate Israeli state control over Palestinian property and territory, designating landmarks as Jewish heritage locations amid ongoing settler violence.

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Al Jazeera

center88d ago

US stock market hits record high amid hopes for Strait of Hormuz reopening

The US stock market, including the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average, reached record highs on Tuesday amid optimism for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and strong corporate earnings. Oil prices fell as US officials reported progress in talks with Iran mediated by Oman, though maritime traffic remains significantly constrained.

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BBC Latin America

center88d ago

US revokes Brazil ambassador's visa as diplomatic tensions escalate

The US has revoked the visa of Brazil's ambassador to Washington, Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti, in a reciprocal action following Brazil's denial of visas to two US state department officials. This escalation of diplomatic tensions occurs ahead of Brazil's elections, with the US stating Brazil's government had delayed and obfuscated opportunities to resolve the issue.

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The Guardian Middle East

left87d ago

Iran and Oman agree on coordinates of route through strait of Hormuz, says Iranian foreign ministry – as it happened

Iran and Oman have agreed on the coordinates for a shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, with a joint announcement pending, according to Iran's foreign ministry. This potential deal is seen by regional officials as a temporary measure to de-escalate tensions and potentially pave the way for renewed nuclear negotiations between the US and Iran.

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aljazeera.com

center87d ago

Demolition complicates the search for bodies after Venezuela earthquakes | Earthquakes News

Six weeks after twin earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, demolition efforts are underway in La Guaira, with one unstable building brought down by controlled explosion on July 30. Survivors like Glenda Viloria continue searching for missing loved ones among the wreckage, facing difficult decisions as demolition complicates recovery efforts for thousands still unaccounted for.

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The Intercept

left87d ago

When a President Promises a Massacre

Harkening back to colonial massacres, Trump abandons the premise of proportionality for butchery in Iran and beyond.

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The Guardian Europe

left87d ago

Game of drones: inside the 7 August Guardian Weekly

Behind the scenes with Ukraine’s sky commanders. Plus: Chaos on the streets of CeutaGet the Guardian Weekly delivered to your home addressWhen Vladimir Putin sent his tanks over the Ukrainian border to seize Kyiv in February 2022, it’s unlikely he evisaged the mess he finds himself in today.

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Al Jazeera

center87d ago

Demolition complicates the search for bodies after Venezuela’s earthquakes

On June 24, twin earthquakes struck Venezuela, causing widespread destruction and an estimated 6,125 deaths, though thousands remain missing. Demolition of damaged buildings, including a controlled explosion on July 30 in La Guaira, complicates recovery efforts for survivors like Glenda Viloria, who is still searching for her nephew's body amidst the rubble.

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The Guardian Middle East

left87d ago

Let’s call Trump’s approach to Iran what it is: kindergarten diplomacy | Moustafa Bayoumi

Amid stop-and-start threats and with a divided staff, it’s clear Trump has no idea how to end a war that shouldn’t have begunOn Thursday, 23 July, after weeks of escalating attacks between the US and Iran, Donald Trump told a reporter that Iran hadn’t received “enough pain yet”, and he leveled a threat. “I am considering a massive attack.

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Middle East Eye

center87d ago

The resurrection of Hezbollah

In late September 2024, Hezbollah faced disarray after Israeli bombings killed senior leaders including Hassan Nasrallah and compromised communications, forcing commanders to meet in person across Beirut's southern suburbs to plan a fightback. This event marked the beginning of the movement's resuscitation and a strategic shift following perceived mistakes in its October 2023 attack on Israel.

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The Guardian Africa

left87d ago

El Niño could push 50m people into acute hunger before end of next year

UN forecasters warn of worsening conditions in 45 countries currently experiencing severe food insecurityAbout 50 million people are likely to be pushed into acute hunger before the end of next year by the rapidly developing El Niño weather system, according to forecasting. This is in addition to the hundreds of millions of people already facing dangerous levels of hunger, owing to years of drought in parts of Africa and pressure on food prices from the war in Iran.

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Al Jazeera

center88d ago

Russian missile attack kills 14, injures 27 in Ukraine’s Kyiv region

A Russian ballistic missile attack on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, early Wednesday morning killed one person and injured 12, according to the city's military administration. In the surrounding Kyiv region, another person was killed and 21 injured, with search and rescue operations ongoing amid calls for more air defence interceptors.

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dw.com

center88d ago

New Gaza peace plan : Will US pressure Israel to accede ?

A new Gaza peace plan, announced last week and detailed by former US President Donald Trump, proposes Hamas disarmament in exchange for Israeli withdrawal, a significant shift from previous stalemates. However, Israel has publicly rejected the plan, with a spokesperson stating it does not reflect their positions, while Hamas has agreed to disarm and hand over power to a technocratic committee.

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Al Jazeera

center88d ago

US says deal on reopening Hormuz close as Iran, Oman hold ‘positive’ talks

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that progress has been made in talks between Oman and Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz, with an agreement potentially reached soon. While key differences remain, particularly concerning operational mechanisms and fees, the ongoing positive discussions aim to expand safe shipping through the strategic waterway.

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Middle East Eye

center88d ago

Saudi Aramco reports bumper profits as it bypasses Strait of Hormuz

Saudi Aramco reported a 33 percent surge in second-quarter profits, reaching $33.4 billion, as elevated energy prices from the US-Iran conflict allowed it to bypass the Strait of Hormuz using its East-West Pipeline. This strategic infrastructure is enabling Saudi Arabia to maintain significant oil exports despite regional hostilities, and other Middle Eastern states are now investing in similar bypass projects.

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Al Jazeera

center88d ago

‘I wanted to hug whatever remained’: Gaza families’ 3-year wait for funeral

Thousands gathered in Gaza City on Tuesday for the mass funeral of 112 members of the Abu Shreia and al-Hassaina families whose remains were recovered nearly three years after an Israeli air attack on their compound. The recovery and funeral mark a renewed grief for families who had waited years to bury their loved ones, with Gaza Civil Defence estimating thousands more bodies remain under rubble.

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