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Volume 2 • Issue No. 189 • Updated Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 10:13 AM UTC

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

The US launched new strikes on Iran and revoked a license authorizing the sale of Iranian oil after attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated with strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait, and oil prices jumped nearly 6%.

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Trump says interim agreement with Iran is ‘over’ but talks can continue

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New poll reveals sharp divides among US Jews over Israel and Gaza

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Danish prime minister vows to defend Greenland at NATO summit after Trump renews demand

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Trump rebukes European allies at summit, America steps back from defense of Europe

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Egypt loses to Argentina 3-2 in World Cup round of 16 after squandering 2-goal lead

Egypt squandered a two-goal lead and lost to Lionel Messi and Argentina 3-2 in the World Cup round of 16.

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FIFA suspends 2 US staff members for Belgium game, investigates racism incident

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Israeli strike kills World Cup screening organizer in Gaza just before kickoff

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

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Manhattan high-rise deemed stable after columns buckled, some evacuations lifted

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