THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 189 • Updated Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 02:25 AM UTC

US launches new strikes on Iran, revokes oil sales permit after 3 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military has attacked Iran after it said Tehran struck three ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

Sources: AP News


NATO unveils billions in arms deals as Trump again demands Greenland

President Donald Trump insists the United States should control Greenland instead of Denmark, renewing tensions in Europe at a NATO summit.

Sources: AP News


Hamas dissolves its government in Gaza to transfer power to a UN-backed committee

Sources: AP News


Democrats begin pulling Platner endorsements after Maine candidate faces sexual assault allegation

Democratic nominee Graham Platner hasn’t resigned from the Maine U.S. Senate race following an allegation of sexual assault.

Sources: AP News


McConnell speaks to Republican leaders as speculation swirls about his health, remains hospitalized

Sources: AP News


Lionel Messi leads Argentina to 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt at World Cup

For Mohamed Salah and Egypt, what could have been a glorious celebration turned ugly at the end. On the cusp of upsetting the defending World Cup champion, the Pharaohs squandered a two-goal lead late in the game and lost to Lionel Messi and Argentina 3-2 in the round of 16.

Sources: AP News


Manhattan high-rise to be stabilized after columns buckle, forcing evacuations

Sources: AP News


Ex-Florida gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum arrested on drug possession charges

Sources: AP News


US airlines redesign travel around highest-paying passengers, expanding premium seating

The nation’s largest carriers are reconfiguring aircraft to expand premium seating and investing billions in amenities that extend the top-tier travel treatment beyond their jetliners.

Sources: AP News


AI stocks sink and drag markets lower worldwide

Sources: AP News