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Trump signs Russia-Iran sanctions law ahead of UN General Assembly address
US President Donald Trump signed the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 into law while preparing to address the UN General Assembly on international conflicts.
India urges against using maritime trade for geopolitical ends
India's permanent representative to the UN P. Harish urged that maritime trade routes should not be used as leverage in geopolitical conflicts during a discussion on the Strait of Hormuz crisis.
Iran war increases US burden with costs reaching $43.6 billion
The US military intervention in Iran has resulted in an expenditure of $43.6 billion since the conflict began in February 2026.
Trump Prepares Big Decision on Iran War Before Gulf Meeting
US President Donald Trump is preparing to make a critical decision on the next phase of the seven-month-long Iran conflict after consulting with six Gulf leaders.
US President Donald Trump expresses hope for imminent end to Iran war
US President Donald Trump expressed optimism regarding the potential near-term end of the conflict between the US and Iran, planning discussions with Gulf nation leaders at the UN General Assembly.
CBS News releases photos of damage to US bases from Iranian attacks
CBS News released photos showing damage to multiple US military bases in the Middle East caused by Iranian missile and drone strikes.
Pentagon report details financial and military costs of Operation Epic Fury
A Pentagon Inspector General report details the financial cost and military impacts of Operation Epic Fury against Iran through June 2026.
Donald Trump rules out immediate negotiations with Iran
President Donald Trump ruled out immediate negotiations with Iran, stating the US will not engage until Tehran is ready for meaningful discussions, as military conflict escalates across the Middle East.
US airstrikes on Iran halt ceasefire talks amid escalating regional tensions
The U.S. military conducted a new wave of airstrikes on Iran, halting ceasefire negotiations and escalating hostilities around the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran retaliated against regional allies and Houthi forces disrupted Red Sea shipping.
Pakistan approves security cooperation agreement with Kuwait
Pakistan has secured legislative approval for a security cooperation agreement with Kuwait, following a recent pact with Saudi Arabia, which raises strategic considerations for India regarding regional defense dynamics.
Iran threatens energy infrastructure in Middle East amid rising regional tensions
Iran has threatened to target energy infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Israel, Kuwait, and Bahrain if the United States or Israel launches new strikes on Iranian facilities.
United States and Iran pause military attacks for second day
The United States and Iran have paused military attacks for a second day as ceasefire negotiations continue amid concerns over shipping chokepoints and rising gasoline prices.
Ukrainian drones strike Rostov residential areas as Zelensky visits United Kingdom
Ukrainian drones attacked residential areas in Rostov, Russia, causing heavy destruction, while Volodymyr Zelensky visited the United Kingdom and plans to meet Donald Trump in the United States.
Donald Trump describes Iran conflict as skirmish during memorial event
US President Donald Trump characterized the conflict with Iran as a skirmish while honoring fallen soldiers and criticizing the Biden administration.
US strikes Iran sites as regional flight cancellations increase
US military launched a 12th night of strikes on Iran while President Trump stated Tehran is not ready for a deal, causing flight cancellations across Middle Eastern nations including UAE and Saudi Arabia.
Donald Trump threatens Iran with strikes over Strait of Hormuz conflict
US President Donald Trump threatened military strikes on Iranian infrastructure if Iran attacks shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, amidst ongoing conflict and rising oil prices.
Donald Trump downplays prospects for negotiations with Iran
US President Donald Trump downplayed immediate prospects of negotiations with Iran amid ongoing US-Iran strikes and Houthi threats to Red Sea shipping.
Global oil prices rise amid escalating tensions in Middle East
Brent crude topped $92 and WTI rose above $85 as escalating Middle East tensions, including Houthi naval blockade threats and US-Iran military strikes, threatened global energy supplies and shipping routes.
Iran claims cruise missile attack on Amazon data center in Bahrain
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran claims to have launched a cruise missile attack on a large Amazon data center infrastructure in Bahrain in retaliation for a recent U.S. strike on Iranian nuclear-related sites.
Bahrain sounds missile alert after Iran launches barrage at island kingdom
Bahrain sounded missile alert sirens as Iran launched a new barrage of missiles at the island kingdom amid ongoing military exchanges with the United States over the Strait of Hormuz.
Tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz during tenth night of US strikes
A tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz as the United States conducted its 10th consecutive night of airstrikes on Iran in an effort to reopen the strategic waterway.