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Iranian press review: Political figures expect continued but limited confrontation with US
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Middle East Eye
center113d ago

Iranian press review: Political figures expect continued but limited confrontation with US

Iranian political figures anticipate continued limited confrontations with the US, deeming a full-scale war unlikely as neither side appears willing to engage in prolonged conflict. In response to potential military engagements, Tehran's city council is considering a plan to expand shelters and prepare public spaces as emergency sites for residents.

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US citizen detained, held by Iranian regime since 2024 released, Donald Trump announces
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right113d ago

US citizen detained, held by Iranian regime since 2024 released, Donald Trump announces

A US citizen detained in Iran since December 2024 has been released, with former President Donald Trump announcing the individual is safely outside the country. Separately, the sentence for British citizen Craig Foreman, imprisoned in Iran on espionage charges he denies, was extended by two years for speaking to the media.

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More than 500 feared dead after reports of boats capsizing off Myanmar
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Al Jazeera
center113d ago

More than 500 feared dead after reports of boats capsizing off Myanmar

Two boats carrying over 500 Rohingya passengers are feared to have capsized off Myanmar's coast after departing Rakhine State in late June. The IOM and UNHCR expressed grave concern over the potential loss of life, noting the dangerous monsoon season and underscoring the need for enhanced search and rescue efforts and sustainable solutions for the Rohingya.

Myanmar
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Iran strikes US base in Jordan as American bombardment continues
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Middle East Eye
center113d ago

Iran strikes US base in Jordan as American bombardment continues

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated it struck a US base in Jordan in retaliation for a previous strike, while also targeting US facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain with drone and missile attacks. These actions are part of ongoing retaliatory exchanges between Iran and the United States, which has also continued its own bombardment of targets in Iran.

Iran
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After Ireland partially bans trade with Israeli settlements, the UK must go further
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Middle East Eye
center113d ago

After Ireland partially bans trade with Israeli settlements, the UK must go further

Israeli settler violence in the occupied West Bank has reached its highest level since 2006, with an average of six attacks daily, including shootings, stabbings, and sexual violence, according to UN monitoring. The article argues that the UK must ban trade with these settlements, which it acknowledges are illegal under international law, to comply with ICJ obligations and end support for the occupation.

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US launches new attacks on Iran as Tehran targets Gulf sites
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Al Jazeera
center113d ago

US launches new attacks on Iran as Tehran targets Gulf sites

The United States military conducted a wave of strikes targeting Iranian command centers, air defense sites, and missile capabilities in Bandar Abbas and Greater Tunb island, while Iran claimed retaliatory missile and drone attacks against U.S. military assets in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. These escalations follow a week of fighting that Iran's Health Ministry reports has killed at least 35 people and injured over 300.

Iran
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Pete Hegseth says US military to start testosterone screening for over 30s
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Al Jazeera
center113d ago

Pete Hegseth says US military to start testosterone screening for over 30s

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Wednesday that the US military will begin annual testosterone screenings for service members aged 30 and over as part of an initiative to optimize troop capabilities. This program, framed as restoring natural biological functions, has drawn criticism from some Democratic lawmakers who linked it to opposition to transgender service and called for similar screening for women.

United States
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More than 500 feared dead after reports of two shipwrecks off Myanmar, UN says
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The Guardian Asia
left113d ago

More than 500 feared dead after reports of two shipwrecks off Myanmar, UN says

The UN's IOM and UNHCR reported that two boats carrying over 500 people, primarily Rohingya, may have capsized off Myanmar's coast in late June and on July 8. These potential tragedies, occurring outside the regular sailing season and amid regional flooding, underscore the dangers of perilous sea journeys driven by conflict and displacement, with nearly 300 already lost at sea this year.

Myanmar
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismisses Ukraine’s defence minister on eve of Starmer visit
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The Guardian Europe
left113d ago

Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismisses Ukraine’s defence minister on eve of Starmer visit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who was widely credited with reducing corruption and improving battlefield capabilities, including drone procurement and disabling Russian troop communications. Fedorov's departure, announced via Telegram, comes amid a wider government reshuffle and has drawn criticism from supporters and international partners who urged his retention.

Ukraine–Russia
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What is Ukraine’s 40-day campaign against Russia and has it worked?
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The Guardian Europe
left113d ago

What is Ukraine’s 40-day campaign against Russia and has it worked?

Ukraine has escalated attacks on Russian-occupied territories and Russian cities, including Moscow and St. Petersburg, over a 40-day period, targeting supply lines and oil infrastructure. Analysts describe this as a psychological and influence operation aimed at Russia's war economy and political stability, particularly ahead of Russian parliamentary elections.

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US attacks oil tanker in strait of Hormuz as strikes reported in Tehran
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The Guardian Middle East
left113d ago

US attacks oil tanker in strait of Hormuz as strikes reported in Tehran

On Thursday, the US fired Hellfire missiles into an oil tanker attempting to reach Kharg Island after it ignored warnings, and also struck coastal defenses and missile sites, with Iranian state media reporting strikes on Tehran. These escalating tit-for-tat attacks, which Iran claims have killed over 35 people, come after the collapse of a ceasefire and reimposition of a US naval blockade on Iran, raising fears of a return to full-scale war.

Iran
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Two killed in Russian missile attacks on Kyiv after Ukraine-EU drone deal
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Al Jazeera
center113d ago

Two killed in Russian missile attacks on Kyiv after Ukraine-EU drone deal

Russian ballistic missile attacks struck multiple districts in Kyiv, killing two people and injuring six others, including a 16-year-old boy, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko. The assault occurred hours after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a new drone production deal between Ukraine and the EU.

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Ukraine war briefing: Sheffield steel for Kyiv’s guns as artillery barrels ship out
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The Guardian Europe
left113d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Sheffield steel for Kyiv’s guns as artillery barrels ship out

Sheffield Forgemasters has begun delivering forged artillery barrels to Ukraine's military under a £61m deal, with the first four 105mm and 155mm barrels shipped to aid in testing Ukrainian manufacturing facilities. This development coincides with President Zelenskyy's announcement of Sergiy Koretsky as his preferred candidate for prime minister amid a government reshuffle and ongoing Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities.

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Venezuela earthquake: Number of known dead rises to nearly 5,000 victims
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Al Jazeera
center112d ago

Venezuela earthquake: Number of known dead rises to nearly 5,000 victims

Venezuelan lawmaker Jorge Rodriguez announced on Thursday that the confirmed death toll from June earthquakes has risen to 4,930, with the UN estimating 50,000 missing and many more feared dead. The disaster has impacted tens of thousands, with nearly 17,000 wounded and 21,120 in shelters, while US sanctions are reportedly hindering recovery efforts.

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John Esposito, would-be Catholic priest turned renowned scholar of Islam, dies aged 86
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Middle East Eye
center112d ago

John Esposito, would-be Catholic priest turned renowned scholar of Islam, dies aged 86

Submitted by Yasmine El-Sabawi on Thu, 07/16/2026 - 17:43 Esposito's distinguished career path was unexpectedly shaped by a Palestinian academic John Esposito, professor of religion, international affairs, and Islamic studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC, speaks to Middle East Eye's Unapologetic podcast in August 2025 (Screengrab) Off John Esposito, a world-renowned American author, professor, and scholar of Islam who consistently challenged western stereotypes, died aged 86 on Wed

Israel–Palestine
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How serious is Iran’s threat to disrupt shipping in the Red Sea?
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Al Jazeera
center112d ago

How serious is Iran’s threat to disrupt shipping in the Red Sea?

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has threatened to target the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, linking the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden, potentially using its Houthi allies in Yemen to disrupt global shipping. This warning follows previous threats concerning the Strait of Hormuz and signifies a potential expansion of regional maritime conflict, impacting the global economy.

Iran
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White House teleprompter operator accused of making $100k from Trump speech bets
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BBC US & Canada
center113d ago

White House teleprompter operator accused of making $100k from Trump speech bets

A White House staffer has been accused of using inside knowledge of speeches to make nearly $100,000 on Kalshi.

United States
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Israeli ministers taunt England and revel in Argentina’s World Cup win
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Middle East Eye
center113d ago

Israeli ministers taunt England and revel in Argentina’s World Cup win

Submitted by Nadav Rapaport on Thu, 07/16/2026 - 13:45 Senior politicians, including UK-sanctioned Smotrich and Ben Gvir, use Argentina’s semi-final victory to mock Britain Argentina fans celebrate their World Cup win against England on 15 July 2026, in Miami Beach, Florida (Joe Raedle/Getty Images/AFP) Off Israeli politicians took to social media on Wednesday to celebrate Argentina’s World Cup semi-final victory over England, cheering one of Israel’s closest allies while taunting Britain. Finan

Israel–Palestine
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How Trump original oil guy boosted US - Israel ties and played down risks of Iran war | US news
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theguardian.com
left113d ago

How Trump original oil guy boosted US - Israel ties and played down risks of Iran war | US news

How Trump original oil guy boosted US - Israel ties and played down risks of Iran war | US news

Lebanon
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More than half of House Democrats vote to cut Israel aid in growing split
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naharnet.com
center113d ago

More than half of House Democrats vote to cut Israel aid in growing split

More than half of House Democrats, 104-314, voted Wednesday to strip $3.3 billion in U.S. aid from Israel, signaling a significant shift in party support. While the amendment failed to pass, the vote highlighted a growing divide within the Democratic Party over Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's war strategy in Gaza.

Lebanon
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