A missile strike hit Bahrain, and video footage was circulated showing an impact near the headquarters of the U.S. Fifth Fleet in Manama.

The Houthis released a video titled 'To the Saudi enemy... Escalation for escalation,' signaling a continued confrontational posture toward Saudi Arabia.

Elon Musk stated in an interview with The Economist that Russian forces used Starlink terminals smuggled through Ukraine, and that a whitelist implemented with Ukrainian authorities restricted civilian access.

The Telegraph reported that British security services intercepted Iranian operatives crossing the English Channel in small boats.

Video emerged of a Ukrainian Ruta Blk.1 cruise missile flying toward a Russian target, highlighting the active use of Dutch-supplied weaponry.

The Economist reported Elon Musk's assessment that Chinese AI firms, currently performing well with limited compute, could become leaders with greater computational resources.

Vice President Vance did not attend the White House national security meeting on whether to intensify military action against Iran.

Reports indicated that the Saudi air force targeted numerous locations across Yemen, primarily in Hodeidah, in response to Houthi attacks on three Saudi tankers.

Austrian Airlines and ITA canceled their weekend flights to Israel amid fears of a major escalation with Iran, N12 reported.

Saudi tanker NCC MASA was struck by Houthi forces in the Red Sea, sustaining damage, according to the Saudi Transportation Authority; it is the third Saudi vessel targeted this week.

Houthi sources claimed the Saudi strikes on Hodeidah were in retaliation for attacks on several Saudi vessels in the Red Sea.

An unconfirmed report claimed that Saudi Arabia bombed Hodeidah port.

A Houthi spokesperson claimed that Saudi forces targeted Hodeidah port.

The Saudi-flagged vessel NCC MASA sustained minor damage in an attack in the Red Sea, according to the Saudi Press Agency; the crew is safe and the ship continued to its destination.

Explosions were reported at the port of Hodeidah.

Trump asserted the U.S. is winning the war with Iran "by a lot" and that Iran is prepared to make concessions it would not have made previously.

President Trump states Venezuela is not ready for elections and praises Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, indicating continued US involvement in the political process.

Trump said Saudi Arabia will pursue a civil nuclear program without enrichment under the Abraham Accords, but warned he will not proceed with a nuclear deal unless they join the accords.

President Trump announced that the U.S. is engaged in direct talks with Iran while also threatening to escalate military operations, stating the U.S. can either negotiate or 'take them apart piece by piece.'

Trump said the United States is talking to Iran, that negotiations are the "smarter way," but also stated "we are locked and loaded."

Trump claimed Chinese President Xi and Russian President Putin told him they would not arm Iran, and expressed trust in their assurances.

President Trump says Mexico will be punished for lettuce that caused 'explosive diarrhea.'

President Trump reiterates that Saudi Arabia must join the Abraham Accords to secure the civilian nuclear deal, stating the reduced threat from Iran makes the time right for accession and that the agreement will prohibit uranium enrichment.

Venezuela formally notifies the United Nations of its 'irrevocable' decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court.

Khan was formally removed from office after a court finding of serious misconduct related to sexual abuse allegations.

The New York Times reported that Trump met with top advisers on Friday to consider expanding U.S. military action against Iran.

The New York Times reported that U.S. intelligence agencies believe Iran's new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, is more willing than his father to pursue nuclear weapons, though Iran has not resumed its nuclear program.

Trump convened a meeting on whether to intensify the military assault on Iran.

The S&P 500 erased earlier gains and turned negative on the day, pressured by escalating US-Iran tensions and falling technology stocks.

A private Global 6000 jet with Maltese registration reportedly flew directly from London Stansted to Moscow, circumventing the ban on commercial and private flights.

Data center power demand in the US is projected to surge 253% from 2026 levels to 194 gigawatts by 2035, potentially accounting for 20% of total electricity consumption, with much of the growth concentrated in grid regions like PJM.

President Zelensky warned that Russia has prepared missiles for a new massive attack on Ukraine that could occur within the next 48 hours, citing intelligence reports.

ICC member states voted to dismiss prosecutor Karim Khan, with 82 of 125 countries supporting his removal over alleged sexual misconduct.

President Trump praised House Republicans for advancing a budget resolution, describing it as a major step toward a bill that would strengthen the military and include elements of the SAVE AMERICA Act, and called on the Senate to pass it before the August recess.

China Coast Guard injured a Philippine navy service member during a small-boat confrontation near Second Thomas Shoal, heightening South China Sea tensions.

Opposition parties in Taiwan proposed drone procurement plans that offer less stable funding than the government’s scheme.

Taiwan’s coast guard announced plans to acquire maritime drones to counter PRC pressure and reduce personnel strain.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas rejects U.S. forced labor claims as Washington imposes new tariffs, with Brussels seeking immediate clarification.

Bulgaria’s government approved US air base support despite Iranian threats, drawing a public thanks from President Trump.

President Trump announced the U.S. has opened a Section 301 investigation into EU trade practices and warned a substantial tariff would be imposed as soon as possible.

The US Embassy in Jerusalem issued a security alert warning Americans of 'potential for unforeseen escalation' and advising them to prepare for flight cancellations, airspace closures and travel disruptions, and to know their nearest shelter.

President Zelensky stated he is ready to sign a peace deal with Russia in the Oval Office or Mar-a-Lago, depending on President Trump.

The Wall Street Journal reported that Bahrain and Kuwait carried out their first direct airstrikes on Iranian soil, hitting drone and missile storage sites, while the UAE provided intelligence and air cover.

US equity ETFs attracted $880 billion in inflows year-to-date, on pace for a record annual total that could exceed $1.4 trillion, amid unprecedented investor demand.

The U.S. and UK are planning a high-level meeting in London next week, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine expected to attend, to form a coalition protecting Strait of Hormuz shipping, Axios reported.

Ukrainian President Zelensky said he is ready to sign a peace deal with Russia in the Oval Office or Mar-a-Lago.

Trump says the US was disinvited from the Gordie Howe Bridge opening and that a renegotiated deal gives America 50% of the profit.

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir vowed to pursue all those responsible for the Tell attack and said additional forces have been deployed to strengthen defense and offensive operations in the area.

The Wall Street Journal reported that Bahrain and Kuwait secretly conducted airstrikes on drone and missile depots in Iran earlier this month, with the UAE providing intelligence and air cover.

Oman's Foreign Minister spoke by phone with his Iranian counterpart, stressing maritime security and discussing regional solutions to prevent escalation.

The head of Iran's top joint military command said Iran will kill one member of the U.S. Armed Forces for every Iranian killed, echoing an earlier threat from the Khatam al-Anbia commander.

President Zelensky warned that a revived Soviet Union would be the most dangerous enemy for the United States, framing the conflict as a barrier against a potential Sino-Russian bloc.

CBS News reported the administration is increasingly concerned that advanced air-defense interceptors and precision-guided missiles are being expended faster than they can be replaced, potentially weakening readiness for a conflict with China.

The U.S. and U.K. are discussing a London meeting next week on an international coalition to protect Strait of Hormuz shipping, Axios reported.

The commander of Iran's Khatam al-Anbia Headquarters threatened that for every Iranian killed, an American soldier would be killed, claiming 'free tickets to hell' have been prepared.

Zelensky stated that a private meeting with Donald Trump at the Vatican was a historic turning point that led Trump to begin trusting him.

President Zelensky stated that Ukraine currently has drones with ranges over 3,000 km, will have 4,000-km models this year, and 5,000–10,000 km drones next year.

The U.S. State Department warned Americans in the Middle East to stay vigilant and prepare for flight cancellations and airspace closures, with some airlines having cancelled routes.

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran will not accept a ceasefire until its demands on the Strait of Hormuz are met.

China encourages Pakistan to help restart stalled U.S.-Iran talks, and Pakistan begins exploratory discussions with Iranian officials, Reuters reported.

Blinken said the Iran war has become an escalation trap, with tactical successes not translating to strategic wins, and that Trump is seeking an off-ramp but unable to accept the new reality he created.

Former Secretary of State Antony Blinken said U.S. credibility is declining globally, with polls showing China considered more reliable by countries including Germany, and the U.S. increasingly viewed as an adversary.

Officials described Trump as having abandoned diplomatic efforts and entered a 'kinetic revenge mode' against Iran.

President Trump stated that Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin personally assured him they would not supply weapons to Iran.

The newly restricted companies include German defense firm Rheinmetall and Poland's Vigo Photonics; the move is described as retaliation for EU sanctions on Russia.

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declared that Iran will not submit to U.S. pressure or threats, asserting that the country has emerged from the war with greater strength and will continue to protect its interests in the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump is deploying obscure 1930s legal provisions to sustain a sweeping global tariff strategy after a Supreme Court ruling blocked key executive trade powers.

An Omani delegation arrived in Iran to discuss managing ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian state media reported.

China announces it has added 14 EU entities to its export control list, banning the export of dual-use items with immediate effect.

Israeli forces struck Hamas infrastructure across Gaza overnight, destroying weapons warehouses, a production site, and underground facilities, with secondary explosions indicating stored arms inside.

The 30-day correlation between large US AI infrastructure spenders and the semiconductor index dropped to near zero, down from a positive 0.78 correlation in April, indicating investors are treating chipmakers and hyperscalers as separate trades.

London Mayor Sadiq Khan says he would urge the government to enforce the ICC arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu if he visited London, alleging genocide in Gaza.

Kuwaiti air defenses intercepted hostile targets fired from Iran.

Chinese warships conduct live‑firing exercises near Okinotorishima, marking the first such drills in Japanese territorial waters around the island.

Russian warships closely followed the Chinese vessels during the exercises, highlighting growing military coordination between the two navies.

A Secret Service agent is under investigation for allegedly leaking details about Vice President JD Vance's security detail.

NATO Allied Air Command stated that two Romanian F-16s and two Italian Eurofighters scrambled to intercept the drone, and it was shot down over Romanian territory after crossing the border.

President Trump has reportedly lost patience with Iranian negotiations and believes only military escalation will be effective, The Wall Street Journal reported.

The IRGC released footage of missile launches targeting Kuwait, Jordan, Bahrain, and Erbil; Iranian state media claimed it was the 27th wave of Operation Nasr 2, using Fateh-110, Zulfiqar, and Paveh missiles.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to travel to Washington next week for a White House meeting with President Trump and to attend the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham.

President Trump reversed a civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia, requiring it to first join the Abraham Accords and normalize relations with Israel; the reversal was reportedly driven by anger over an unauthorized announcement by the Energy Secretary, concerns that the deal was not finalized, and conservative backlash.

President Trump has shifted from privately weighing VP JD Vance against Secretary Rubio to openly backing Vance as his preferred 2028 successor, according to people familiar with his comments.

He called for de-dramatization of ties with Türkiye, highlighting that improved Greek armed forces now face a Turkey that lost access to F-35 jets, and expressed readiness to negotiate on EEZ and continental shelf from a position of strength.

Prime Minister Mitsotakis asserted that Greece will not ask permission for island connections, maritime spatial planning, military strengthening, or hydrocarbon exploration, and that responses are prepared for any Turkish move.

The IDF reported that two Palestinian suspects linked to the Tell clash were captured by Duvdevan Unit commandos in a Nablus hospital where they had been taken for treatment; both were handed to the Shin Bet for questioning, and the army says all attackers' identities are known.

Footage emerges showing Chinese-made FK-2000 air defense system being used by RSF forces in Kordofan, with one vehicle seen burning.

The United States reportedly signaled it may forcibly disrupt the Houthi naval blockade, raising the possibility of military escalation that could involve U.S. or allied positions in the Horn of Africa, though both sides face constraints against a prolonged conflict.

Two Israeli soldiers were identified as killed in the Tell clash—Maj. Yuval Ezra, 27, and Master Sgt. (res.) Benayahu Mellet, 32—and the confrontation reportedly began after a group of Israelis conducted an unauthorized hike.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas announces new sanctions on Iranian judges tied to serious human rights violations.

Al-Salmi, head of Yemen's National Negotiating Delegation, denied the strait was closed, calling the operation a maritime siege of Saudi Arabia that will continue until the blockade on Yemen ends, and accused Riyadh of rejecting fair solutions.

Oracle’s 5-year credit default swaps hit a record ~203 bps after S&P downgraded the firm to BBB- on July 9, while bond spreads also widened.

Iranian media assert drone attacks hit U.S. bases in the Saudi desert, without official Saudi confirmation.

Clash Report reports that Gulf nations are seeking record debt financing to construct costly transit alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz as the regional conflict continues.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it launched an attack on the Al Azraq air base in Jordan; there was no immediate independent confirmation.

Jordan's army said it intercepted seven Iranian missiles and six drones.

Satellite images show a new Chinese nuclear attack submarine with a stealth-enhancing sail design, built at a new shipyard, suggesting faster production growth.

UAE nears completion of a secret military base expansion at Berbera Airport, featuring air defense systems, underground bunkers, and drone hangars after a 10-month build.

Germany's foreign minister urged citizens to leave Iran due to potential regional escalation.

Pakistan's foreign minister met with Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi, voicing concern over rising tensions and stressing the need to de-escalate, Mehr News reported.

Kallas says the EU kept to its side of a trade deal with America and stresses that predictability is crucial for companies.

Romania's Army Chief of Staff stated that a drone downed earlier took a different path than past incursions, with its origin and purpose still unknown.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas dismisses US justification for tariffs, stating that European labor conditions are not forced labor and that the argument is unfounded.

Two US EA-37B Compass Call electronic warfare aircraft were flying from Britain to Crete, with more US forces heading to the Middle East.

Germany's Foreign Ministry again urged its citizens to leave Iran.

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin resigns, citing health reasons and intense political pressure.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) warned civilians in countries hosting U.S. forces to stay at least 500 meters away from U.S. military locations, citing their safety.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister warns that Russian strikes on civilian cargo ships in the Black Sea endanger global food security and urges other countries to act.

The European Commission finds TikTok failed to adequately protect children's privacy by allowing adults to view the accounts of minors.

IRGC also claimed to have struck the U.S. Fifth Fleet's observation tower in Bahrain and Al-Adiri base in Kuwait.

Four Palestinians and at least one Israeli were killed in a violent clash near the village of Tell; Palestinian sources reported that Israeli settlers backed by soldiers attacked the village, while Israeli officials claimed troops responded after Israeli hikers were attacked.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed concern over Beijing's rhetoric toward Japan, signaling new diplomatic tensions in the Indo-Pacific.

Government requests until Saturday afternoon to respond to protesters' demand for Education Minister's resignation, while protesters also demand charges dropped and compensation for families of students who died by suicide after exam leaks.

Former officials told a journalist that the Royal Navy could not mount a Falklands-type retaking operation for at least ten years due to ship shortages.

An unverified claim suggested that NATO forces were forced to shoot down the drone that breached Romanian airspace, contradicting the Romanian president's account of a Romanian F-16 interception.

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov and Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi held a private meeting during the SCO gathering in Bishkek.

The 13th night of strikes appeared to be the largest of the campaign so far, with damage patterns suggesting possible use of strategic bombers. Reported locations included Ahvaz, Andimeshk, Bandar Abbas, Konarak, Yazd, and other sites.

Reuters reports the drone strike on a Wildberries facility in the Leningrad region near St. Petersburg is the fifth such attack since July 18, part of a systematic Ukrainian campaign.

The IRGC warned civilians in countries hosting U.S. military personnel to stay at least 500 meters away from any location where American personnel are stationed, openly or covertly.

Long March 3B struck by lightning after launch but completes successful satellite deployment.

Romanian F-16 shoots down a drone that entered airspace near Padina.

An Iranian drone crashed near Erbil International Airport, briefly halting flights; no casualties were reported and crews are battling a fire at the site.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces plans to increase foreign aid spending to £20 billion, a figure equivalent to roughly one-third of the UK military budget.

Iran threatened to target RAF Fairford directly, stating the base on Britain's mainland is a legitimate target because US bombers have been operating from there.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Qalibaf, meeting with Prime Minister Al-Zaidi in Baghdad, called Israel the 'enemy number one of all Islamic countries'.

IRGC claimed it destroyed what remained of an Amazon data center in Bahrain that it had previously targeted, alleging the facility supported U.S. military intelligence operations.

Fires continued to burn at a military base and ammunition storage site west of Ahvaz overnight, following the concentrated strikes, with assessments pointing to possible B-1 strategic bomber involvement.

Flights into and out of Khmeimim Airbase in Syria are reportedly carrying mercenaries, many veterans of the Ukraine war, and equipment destined for Russian operations in Africa.

The Lebanese army authorizes the return of residents to Zoter al-Gharbiya, after the IDF's withdrawal under the Israel-Lebanon pilot agreement days earlier.

President Nicușor Dan confirmed that a Romanian F-16 shot down a drone that entered Romania's airspace.

A Romanian F-16 pilot shot down a drone around 11:00 a.m. local time in an uninhabited area, with teams investigating the site and no risk to civilians.

Vietnam is planning to require social media platforms to ban users under 16 from posting content, commenting, or reacting, Reuters reports.

An Associated Press journalist reports hearing at least seven explosions and seeing four plumes of black smoke near a military base hosting U.S. forces in Irbil.

French authorities ordered the evacuation of the Cap Ferret peninsula due to spreading wildfires; near Saumos, a fire has burned approximately 21,500 acres.

Carney states that any agreement with the US must be convincing to himself, his team, and the premiers, and that it must be worth the paper it's written on.

Prime Minister Carney says the US announced new unilateral trade actions on Monday, intensifying negotiations, and that all retaliatory options are on the table if no agreement is reached before August 19.

More than 100 homes damaged and 23,000 people evacuated as a wildfire burns out of control near Biscarrosse, France.

Iranian state media, citing the West Azerbaijan crisis management chief, reported that a site in Piranshahr was hit by U.S. projectiles around 9 a.m. local time.

A shooting attack near Kfar Tel wounded several Israeli civilians; the IDF reported that the attacker was killed and the weapon recovered.

Iran's army announced a new wave of drone attacks on U.S. military facilities in Kuwait, targeting Camp Doha and Camp Arifjan, and stated that intensive drone and missile operations would continue.

Prime Minister Mark Carney thanks Mexican President Scheinbaum for sending 200 firefighters to help with wildfires in Canada, describing it as what friends do in a crisis.

Iran launches a large-scale Shahed drone attack on Erbil; multiple drones strike targets including Erbil International Airport.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that seizing another nation's assets to pay for unrelated future claims is an incendiary precedent, cautioning that normalizing confiscation would put all assets at risk.

Al-Sharq Al-Awsat reports that President Trump told President Aoun he would restrain Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and prevent escalation in Lebanon, and agreed to support the Lebanese army with a U.S. delegation to assess needs.

Explosions are reported near Erbil International Airport.

Ukraine's Navy was certified by NATO to command multinational mine countermeasure forces after passing an operational evaluation during the Sea Breeze 2026 exercise, RBC-Ukraine reported.

The US introduced new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on imports from 60 major trading partners, covering 99.4% of US imports.

Iran launches missiles toward the Erbil region of Iraqi Kurdistan, along with Jordan and Bahrain, in retaliation for US strikes.

US airstrikes hit reported missile sites in Yazd, weapons depots in Ahvaz, and multiple locations across southern and western Iran for a 13th consecutive night.

The Pentagon offered conflicting explanations for the lowered U.S. troop death toll from the Iran conflict, with three military officials citing deaths after President Trump's cease-fire and a spokesman blaming website data issues, The New York Times reported.

IRGC released footage of overnight drone launches targeting US bases in Jordan and Bahrain.

Reports indicated the strike on the Avitek plant, about 1,250 km from the Ukrainian border, used a Flamingo cruise missile; the plant manufactures missiles and components for Russia's Tor, S‑400 and S‑500 air defense systems.

Footage shows Ukrainian forces firing Flamingo heavyweight cruise missiles at Russia overnight.

Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi met with President Pezeshkian, FM Araghchi, and Speaker Ghalibaf; Iran refused the ceasefire because the proposal left control of the Strait of Hormuz unresolved, with Araghchi calling the US approach 'illogical, greedy and controlling.'

Reports indicate a third Wildberries logistics facility in the St. Petersburg or Leningrad region was also struck by Ukrainian drones later in the morning.

The targeted facility was identified as the Aviatek aviation plant, a subsidiary of Almaz-Antey, amid reports of Ukrainian strikes on additional logistics centers in Russia.

Buildings at the AVITEK surface-to-air missile plant in Kirov were reported struck, with a fire visible in geolocated footage.

Additional reports confirm that two separate Wildberries warehouse facilities were struck and heavily damaged, both suffering catastrophic fires.

ISW-CTP has not observed any independent reports of commercial vessels hitting mines in the southern route at the time of writing.

Footage emerges of a major fire at a Wildberries logistics center in Saint Petersburg following a reported Ukrainian drone attack.

CENTCOM announced the 13th consecutive night of strikes was completed, targeting military command centers, drone storage, communication networks, coastal surveillance, and maritime capabilities, and stated the Strait of Hormuz remains open for transit.

The US reportedly completed its 13th consecutive night of airstrikes against Iran.

US forces reportedly carried out an extensive series of airstrikes on western Iran, with explosions heard in over a dozen cities.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio rejected the Russian narrative that the United States and Russia reached a peace agreement for Ukraine during the August 2025 Alaska Summit; Ukrainian President Zelensky reiterated his commitment to negotiations.

Explosions were reported in Yazd as U.S. airstrikes targeted a missile base.

A massive explosion with a large shockwave was reported near Firuzabad in Fars province.

A large explosion with a shockwave was reported near Firuzabad, in Fars Province, southwestern Iran.

A U.S. strike targeted the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority building in Bandar Abbas.

Air defense activity was reported in Tehran, with Mehr News Agency stating defenses were activated to 'counter hostile targets' in eastern Tehran.

Iran's state-run Mehr News Agency reported that air defenses were activated east of Tehran to counter hostile targets.

U.S. airstrikes were reported in Yazd, central Iran.

The Houthis struck a Saudi-flagged tanker with a projectile and Iranian-backed Iraqi militias launched a drone attack on Kuwait's Abdali border crossing; Reuters separately reported that Russia may be providing Iran with targeting intelligence on U.S. sites.

A drone attack, likely by Iranian-backed Iraqi militias, struck Kuwait's Abdali border crossing with Iraq, the first such attack on a regional border crossing since July 11.

Drone attack attributed to Iranian-backed Iraqi militias hits Kuwait's Abdali border crossing with Iraq; Iranian media separately report explosions on Bubiyan Island.

UKMTO confirmed the attack on the Saudi vessel.

US airstrikes targeted Bandar Abbas, Khorramabad, Ahvaz, and Qeshm Island.

The Pentagon lowered the official death toll from the Iran conflict from 18 to 14, omitting four servicemembers killed after a declared ceasefire, The New York Times reported, citing military officials.

Iran rejected a ceasefire proposal from President Trump delivered by Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, according to Iranian and Iraqi officials cited by the New York Times.

Explosions were reported along the southern coast of Qeshm Island.

The bulk of strikes appeared concentrated around Ahvaz, but landing sites widened to include Bandar Abbas, and soon after Qeshm Island.

Strikes were also reported in Bandar Abbas, nearly 1,000 km from Ahvaz.

CENTCOM announced the 13th consecutive night of strikes against Iran began at their direction.

Around 30 strikes were reported in a single location in Ahvaz, a contrast to earlier waves that struck across several provinces.

U.S. Central Command confirmed that forces had begun a 13th consecutive night of strikes against Iranian military targets, aiming to hold Iran accountable and diminish threats to commercial shipping from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

CBS News reported, citing anonymous U.S. officials, that expending advanced air-defense interceptors and precision-guided weapons in the Middle East is a point of tension inside the Trump administration, with dwindling stockpiles raising concerns about readiness for other adversaries including China.

Ukrainian officials assessed that the country is entering a new phase of total war with Russia as the Kremlin continues to escalate.

Heavy explosions were reported in Ahvaz, Khuzestan Province, with residents describing sustained strikes overnight.

President Trump said Israel would quickly join any U.S. operation against Iran if asked, but suggested there would be consequences if Israel acted independently.

Footage shared by Iranian accounts appeared to show a burning aerial object over Qeshm Island.

Spain declared a national emergency in Madrid and another region as a major wildfire spreads uncontrollably.

President Trump told Axios he is considering a 'massive attack' on Iran, describing it as 'bigger than ever before' and stating he is 'close to making a decision.'

President Trump stated that any damage to ships, cargo, or related maritime property caused by Iran would be paid for using Iranian funds held and controlled by the United States.

Israel's military was moved to its highest state of readiness since the resumption of fighting, and the decision on whether to enter the next phase of the conflict reportedly will not be made in Jerusalem.

Reports indicated that although the massive logistics surge continued, the movements were described as preparations pending a final decision to proceed.

The median sale price of existing US homes increases 2.2% year-over-year in June to a record $408,776, with sales activity picking up and new listings falling to their lowest since December.

Tasnim News reported that two U.S. missiles struck near Mesen village on Qeshm Island.

Eight Arab and Islamic states — Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, the UAE, Qatar, Türkiye, Indonesia, and Pakistan — condemned Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir after he led a group onto the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, asserting that Israel has no sovereignty over Jerusalem's Islamic and Christian holy sites.

Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi arrived in Kyrgyzstan for an SCO meeting with his Russian and Chinese counterparts.

China launches two days of live-fire military exercises in the Taiwan Strait, raising cross-strait tensions.

Dozens of US Air Force transport flights, including C-17s and other heavy-lift aircraft, conducted a large-scale airbridge from key bases in Europe to the Middle East, reactivated after the June ceasefire with Iran collapsed in early July, signaling a return to full logistical support as conflict escalates.

The US Army placed its first new order for PAC-2 GEM-T Patriot missiles in over 30 years, reflecting depleted stockpiles after extensive use against Iran and growing global demand.

Footage surfaced showing Indian students freeing detained protesters.

Iranian sources claim a U.S. HIMARS system was destroyed in northern Kuwait, sharing webcam footage of a large fire; no independent confirmation.

IDF Arabic Spokesperson Lt. Col. Ella Waya said Israel will not wait for enemy attacks, stating that the October 7 attack showed containment and passive deterrence are no longer acceptable.

Defense Minister Israel Katz, following a security briefing with the IDF chief of staff, stated that 'If Iran attacks Israel, it will suffer a crushing blow.'

Prime Minister Netanyahu was set to convene the restricted security cabinet on Friday, Ynet reported, as Israel prepared for possible escalation over the weekend.

US military shipments to Israel have increased significantly over the past month, the Jerusalem Post reported.

Iran warned Britain of 'consequences' if it permits U.S. use of its bases, naming RAF Fairford; the UK Defense Ministry stated its armed forces are ready to protect the UK from any attack.

The Israeli Air Force and IDF Operations Directorate held coordination meetings with US counterparts to strengthen operational readiness, including sharing intelligence on unusual Iranian military activity, the Jerusalem Post reported.

Western intelligence agencies assessed that Iran could choose to strike Israel first rather than wait for another round of fighting, Ynet reported.

CENTCOM announced it has redirected 12 commercial vessels and disabled one since resuming the naval blockade against Iran nine days ago.

Nearly a dozen U.S. troops seriously wounded in Iranian strikes were evacuated to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, the New York Times reports.

Iran's Health Ministry reported 55 people killed and 629 injured in US airstrikes from June 27 to July 23.

At least six U.S. Air Force fuel tankers were reported operating over the Persian Gulf.

Senior Iranian MP Ebrahim Azizi threatens UK, warns it could lose Diego Garcia and should recognize Iran’s capabilities beyond military options.

Germany withdrew its diplomatic staff from Iran.

Kuwait was again reported to be under Iranian attack, continuing the pattern of sustained strikes on the country.

Iranian regime media published what it claimed were satellite images of an Amazon data center in Bahrain that was struck during an attack this week.

The commander of the Lebanese Armed Forces visits Zawtar al-Gharbiya, two days after the Israeli withdrawal, continuing the assertion of sovereignty.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused 'compromised individuals' in the US administration of ignoring realities and focusing on 2028, warning that 'mindless aggression' would ensure the President pays a heavier price for a deal.

The Economist reported that China is leveraging its Russia partnership to gain battlefield experience, drone tactics, stealth technology, and intelligence from the Ukraine war, with Western officials concerned about implications for Taiwan.

Raytheon executives met with Ukrainian leadership to begin the process of domestic Patriot interceptor production in Ukraine.

The U.S. Treasury sanctioned a UK-based senior Egyptian Muslim Brotherhood official and three individuals and entities accused of providing material support to Hamas.

President Trump stated that the US is 'making a lot of money thanks to Venezuela' and is 'entitled to that,' adding that Energy Secretary Chris Wright is 'running Venezuela.'

Japanese insurers purchased $3.9 billion of 10+ year JGBs in June, the largest monthly purchase in three years and a sharp reversal from selling $1.2 billion the prior month, signaling renewed domestic bond demand.

President Trump said the US campaign is going 'better than anybody expected,' that Iran is 'not ready yet' and needs 'more of the same,' and claimed Iran has 'no military' but still has some capability, according to Axios and N12.

President Trump claimed that the U.S. government purchased a 10% stake in Intel and made $72 billion in profit, without providing further details.

Israeli officials were reportedly informed to prepare for a large American attack on Iran.

Kuwait shut the Al-Abdali border crossing following repeated hostile drone attacks.

The Financial Times reported that Russia has begun importing petrol from India made from Russian crude oil, highlighting the severity of the domestic fuel shortage.

Kuwaiti military reported that drone strikes hit the Al-Abdali crossing several times tonight, causing damage.

The U.S. Senate voted 49–47 to block a resolution that would have required Trump to obtain congressional approval for further military action against Iran.

US job postings on Indeed fell 3.5% year-on-year in the week ending July 10, with total vacancies near February 2021 levels and new postings dropping 10.9% year-on-year to below pre-pandemic levels, signaling further labor market softening.

A major power station in Kuwait was reportedly struck by Iran.

Greece announced a government-to-government deal with Portugal for three C-390 Millennium transport aircraft, with first delivery in 2027 and the ability to double transport flights to Cyprus.

Dendias described the Israel air defense cooperation as co-production in Greece rather than a purchase, aiming to enable exports to Europe and the Middle East.

A Secret Service agent assigned to Vice President Vance was placed on administrative leave pending investigation into an alleged leak of sensitive travel and security details, CNN reported.

Defense Minister Dendias stated that all Greek armed forces programs will include a domestic production requirement of at least 25 percent as part of building a national defense ecosystem.

Colby says Canada effectively demilitarized after the first Trudeau government, impacting US security, and urges Canada to buy real military capability like Germany or Poland.

Colby added that substantial escalation options, both military and nonmilitary, are available beyond large ground invasions, and that regional governments are drawing closer to the U.S., the New York Times reported.

Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby said Iran no longer has the military capability to threaten regional shipping and cannot compete with the United States, the New York Times reported.

President Zelensky stated that while some figures around Putin want to end the war due to economic and logistical collapse, military officials advocate for expanding the war and mobilization, necessitating Ukraine's winter preparedness.

Mohsen Rezaei, advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader, condemned the U.S. strikes, calling them 'fatal mistakes' and warning that Iran’s response to attacks on infrastructure would be 'escalated and severe'.

President Zelensky claimed that Putin is preparing new strikes against Ukraine, additional mobilization, and an expansion of the war.

The IAEA announces it is aware of US–Saudi negotiations on a civil nuclear cooperation pact and plans to implement monitoring measures once officially requested.

Tasnim reported that the U.S. military carried out a missile strike on the coast of Qeshm Island.

White House says Cuba is about to be a failed state because of its communist policies over the past several decades.

The White House confirms that the Saudi nuclear deal is conditional on Riyadh joining the Abraham Accords.

President Trump said he is close to deciding on a "massive attack" on Iran, larger than any before, and that Israel would join if asked but the U.S. does not need anyone, while warning that Israeli participation could provoke retaliation, Axios reported.

President Trump told Channel 12 that he is considering a massive attack on Iran, larger than any past action, and is close to a decision.

IRGC Navy, via IRIB, stated that the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and that numerous ships are awaiting authorization to pass.

Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that he refused to inform the United States ahead of the operation that killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, overruling advisers who advocated for advance notice.

An explosion was reported on Qeshm Island, Hormozgan Province.

Former Defense Minister Fedorov rejected President Zelensky's offer of the Deputy Prime Minister for Military Innovation role, stating he would only accept the defense minister position, according to NV.

Iran reportedly transferred significant personnel and equipment to Yemen over the past month to assist Houthi forces in potentially closing the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, with several Iranian transport flights observed.

The Nasdaq 100 fell more than 2.5% and the S&P 500 erased $900 billion in market cap as US-Iran tensions escalated and technology stocks dropped on earnings results.

Israel announced that its Mossad and international partners foiled an alleged Iranian Intelligence Ministry plot to target senior Israeli officials, the Jerusalem Post reported.

Mossad and Shin Bet foiled an Iranian Intelligence Ministry plot to assassinate senior Israeli officials using a foreign cell and proxy network, including a France-based recruiter who traveled to Iran for instructions and payment.

Prime Minister Netanyahu claimed he proposed after the election that the U.S. use B-2 bombers to strike Iran's Fordow nuclear site, and that Trump agreed.

The U.S. Navy announced it will no longer release sailors' service records—such as duty assignments, ranks, or awards—to the media, citing security and harassment concerns.

Reuters reported, citing four sources, that Iran deployed Revolutionary Guard officers and missile-related equipment to the Houthis in Yemen this month, with recent aircraft landings in Sana'a linked to the transfer.

Reuters reports that the July 13 flight was aimed at strengthening Houthi ability to threaten Red Sea shipping.

The U.S. House voted 214–208 to pass a nonbinding resolution restricting the president’s ability to continue military action against Iran without congressional approval.

Some Russian sources claimed that the Su-57 crash may have been caused by friendly fire.

A billboard celebrating Hamas's new leader, Khalil al-Hayya, with the slogan 'Khalil al-Hayya, the nightmare of the occupiers' appeared in Tehran's Palestine Square.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized the International Criminal Court, calling its members 'lunatics and crazies'.

New York Times reports dozen wounded U.S. service members from Iranian attacks evacuated to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany, following earlier WSJ report of additional medical personnel deployment.

Brent crude hits $100 a barrel, with oil prices spiking as Iranian and Houthi forces cut seaborne trade in the Middle East.

Iran's IRGC stated that after US warships exhausted their cruise missile stocks, B-1 bombers operating from RAF Fairford were used, and warned that any base launching attacks on Iran is a legitimate target.

Drones attack two tankers near Russia’s CPC oil terminal in the Black Sea overnight.

The IRGC warned Britain that any base used to launch attacks on Iran is a legitimate target, state media reported.

The U.S. 10-year Treasury note yield surged above 4.70% for the first time since January 2025, surpassing the April 2025 'Liberation Day' high, amid rising defense spending and geopolitical risk.

U.S. Army conducted missile strikes on sites near the Iran-Iraq border.

Iranian drone hit a building on the Kuwaiti side of the Al Abdali crossing, causing a temporary closure.

Brent crude oil tops $100 a barrel on the London ICE exchange for the first time since May 26, per trading data, with inflation expectations and interest rates rising sharply.

The Israeli Prime Minister's Office stated that joint US-Israel military action against Iran and the dismantling of Iran's terror axis have created an opportunity for Saudi Arabia to join the Abraham Accords, which would represent a historic leap forward for Middle East peace.

Netanyahu's office states that joint American-Israeli military action against Iran and Israel's defeat of Iran's terror axis have created an opportunity to expand the circle of peace, and that Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords would be a historic leap forward for Middle East peace.

Brent crude oil prices surpass $100 per barrel for the first time since May, with inflation expectations and interest rates rising sharply.

Two Israeli banks warned they may soon sever correspondent banking ties with Palestinian banks, a move the New York Times reports could disrupt payments for essential imports and worsen the Palestinian Authority's financial crisis.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio reiterated that Iran is not ready for a deal, saying Iran is 'begging' for talks while warning the cost to Iran will increase each night, and asserted Iran had drawn the Houthis into the conflict.

Iranian officials, including Parliament Speaker Mohammad Ghalibaf and IRGC Aerospace Force Commander Majid Mousavi, threatened to halt regional oil exports and target electricity infrastructure of U.S. allies if Iranian bridges or power plants are struck; the Iranian Embassy in Spain told the U.S. to 'prepare as many coffins as possible'.

A stabbing attack was reported in the Ganim area; the attacker was neutralized and details are under review.

An Oxfam-backed report, cited by The National News, estimates that rebuilding Gaza after the 2023–2025 war will cost $71 billion—about seven times the combined cost of reconstruction after the 2008, 2014, and 2021 conflicts—and notes that reconstruction has yet to begin nine months into the ceasefire.

President Trump threatened to strike Houthi targets in Yemen if attacks on Saudi shipping in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait and Red Sea continue.

President Trump says the US will hold Iran responsible and threatens major military punishment against Iran and the Houthis.

France reportedly evacuated its embassy in Tehran, following the UK's withdrawal, according to Iranian media reports.

The European Union fines Google $1 billion for abusing its search engine dominance to stifle competition.

Captain Amir Mohammad Salemi of Iran’s Artesh was killed in the strike on a telecommunications site in Shalamcheh.

Student protests in Delhi intensify, leading to clashes with police and calls for the education minister to step down.

President Trump announced approval of a civil nuclear cooperation deal with Saudi Arabia, conditioned on Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords.

President Trump says the civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia will be approved only if Riyadh joins the Abraham Accords, and that the deal will allow only non-military nuclear energy with no uranium enrichment.

Kuwait's Defense Ministry reported that a hostile drone attack struck the Abdali border crossing, causing material damage but no casualties.

State TV aired a reporter carrying a sniper rifle, declaring that the people and armed forces are ready to defend the country.

Axios reported that the U.S. B-1B Lancer bomber strikes on Tuesday were the first U.S. bomber strikes on Iran since the ceasefire collapsed, targeting IRGC sites.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas condemned the Houthi threats of a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia as a dangerous escalation and called for freedom of navigation to be preserved in the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz.

Two French diplomats were detained by Iranian security forces in Tehran for nearly four hours before being released to Paris; France said it was weighing all options, with Foreign Minister Barrot calling the detention premeditated and 'very serious'.

Public shelters were opened in several Israeli cities, including Ramat Gan and Eilat, as a precautionary measure; Home Front Command guidance remained unchanged, N12 reported.

President Zelensky offered former Defense Minister Fedorov the position of Deputy Prime Minister for Military Innovation and other roles.

Iran released footage of ballistic missile and drone launches targeting U.S. bases, calling the strikes 'Operation Nasr 2.'

Unconfirmed reports claimed Iran launched a strike on the Kuwaiti side of the Iraq–Kuwait border crossing, said to be retaliation for a US strike on an Iranian border crossing that killed two people.

Oman's Foreign Minister discussed regional issues including the Strait of Hormuz and Yemen with his Pakistani counterpart.

Video emerged of explosions at the Al-Abdali crossing on the Iraq-Kuwait border.

Türkiye announces it will begin Eurofighter Typhoon pilot training in the UK in August as part of its aircraft acquisition program.

AFP reported that Greece is rolling out a 4.2-billion-euro defense plan that includes an anti-drone shield.

A Russian Su-57 fighter jet crashed near Moscow during a training flight; the pilot safely ejected.

Ukraine's Security Service reports six additional cases of depleted uranium in Russian drone warheads in Chernihiv; lab tests confirm uranium isotopes and elevated background radiation; war crimes investigation launched.

The US is reported to be preparing for possible heavy strikes on Pickaxe Mountain, while analysis indicates the site's depth under granite likely exceeds the capabilities of current bunker-buster bombs, making complete destruction uncertain.

US B-1 bombers launched strikes on Iran from RAF Fairford in the UK.

A YouGov survey finds that only 6% of Britons would volunteer to fight if the UK were invaded, while 53% lack confidence in the military and 57% believe defense spending is too low, according to Sky News.

The European Union approves its 21st sanctions package against Russia, keeping the oil price cap at $44 per barrel and expanding measures to shadow fleet vessels, banks, and crypto platforms, after Greece lifted its veto in exchange for an LNG transport exemption.

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi met with Iranian President Pezeshkian in Iran.

US oil prices rise above $90 per barrel for the first time since June 11, with crude oil up 4% on the day.

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi arrived in Iran for his first official visit since taking office in May, nine days after meeting President Trump at the White House.

Sirens sounded again in Bahrain; the Bahrain Interior Ministry activated the alarm and urged citizens and residents to remain calm and seek safe locations.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged the Houthis to cease attacks, warning that a recent strike on a Chinese-flagged Saudi fuel ship could draw China into the conflict.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps issued a public message claiming the United States, not Iran, violated Kuwait's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Oman said it is working with Saudi, Yemeni, and UN envoys to revive the political track and cautioned against threats to Red Sea navigation.

The Sudanese army stated it found Swedish coolers in areas taken from the UAE-backed RSF and alleged the group had used them for organ trafficking from slain civilians.

Greece secured an exemption to transport Russian LNG to non-EU clients after wielding its veto during EU negotiations on the 21st sanctions package.

He stated that the US will not tolerate ICC jurisdiction over Americans and warned the court will face consequences.

Brent crude oil prices surged above $98/barrel after Yemen's Houthis struck two Saudi Arabian oil tankers.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran is not willing to reach an agreement, warned that the U.S. would take 'a head for an eye,' and asserted the U.S. kept its end of a prior memorandum of understanding.

Rubio dismissed the ICC as having ‘lunatics’ and said it has no authority over the United States.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says nuclear deals with Saudi Arabia and other countries will carry safeguards tailored per agreement, and that any civil nuclear agreement will ensure it cannot be turned into a weapons program.

Financial Times reports Japan stalled a US$40bn SMR investment over liability concerns, demanding written US assurances.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims it struck several U.S. military assets in Jordan, including a THAAD radar, a Patriot system, a C-RAM radar, fuel storage, and helicopter maintenance facilities.

Around 1,300 Israeli settlers entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound during the Tisha B'Av holiday under Israeli police protection while Palestinian worshippers faced access restrictions, according to the Jerusalem Governorate, which condemned the visits as a violation of the historical status quo.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov during the ASEAN summit in Manila.

Overnight U.S. strikes hit a power station near the Bushehr nuclear plant and the Shalamcheh border crossing with Iraq, killing two and injuring eleven, and Iran retaliated with strikes on Kuwait.

The attackers were armed with an M16A1 carbine, pistols, and AK/AR-pattern rifles in addition to pipe bombs.

Brent crude oil prices rise further to $96.6 per barrel, up from $71 at the start of July.

Iran's military claimed drone strikes on US facilities at the Al-Doha, Al-Salem, and Arifjan bases in Kuwait, hitting warehouses, fuel tankers, and an ammunition depot.

Iran's military claims drone strikes on U.S. facilities at Al-Doha, Al-Salem, and Arifjan bases in Kuwait, and says it destroyed a THAAD radar, a Patriot system, and a C-RAM radar in Jordan.

Ebola outbreak death toll reached 1,033, up by 34, with total confirmed cases at 2,536.

Armed men attacked a checkpoint in Narathiwat province, killing five security personnel and wounding six civilians with military weapons and pipe bombs.

Five oil tankers were rerouted away from the Bab al-Mandab Strait following the previous day's missile strikes and Houthi blockade.

CENTCOM announced the completion of the 12th consecutive night of strikes against Iranian maritime, missile, drone, and air defense sites, and disclosed that nine commercial vessels were redirected and one disabled as part of a naval blockade, with over 50,000 U.S. service members operating in the Middle East.

Ukrainian drones struck the Novospasskoye oil refinery, igniting a process unit.

Ansarallah claimed responsibility for striking two Saudi oil tankers ENCELIA and LAYLA with ballistic missiles and drones overnight, and said over 10 Saudi tankers have turned back since its naval blockade began.

CENTCOM announced the completion of a twelfth consecutive night of strikes against military targets in southern Iran, including maritime infrastructure, missile and drone storage, coastal surveillance, and air defense assets.

A U.S. B-1 Lancer bomber participated in the Tuesday night strikes, marking the first USAF bomber sortie against Iran since April.

The U.S. issued a global advisory warning that diplomatic facilities, businesses, and other American institutions could face threats worldwide amid rising tensions with Iran.

Geolocated CENTCOM footage and Iranian official confirmations revealed that U.S. strikes targeted Bushehr Airport, the IRGC Bekhradian Barracks in Behbahan, and sites near Chabahar, Konarak, and Larak Island.

US oil prices surged above $88 a barrel, marking a 31% increase since July 2, as US-Iran tensions continued to escalate.

American forces conducted airstrikes on western Iran, with explosions reported in multiple cities.

Saudi authorities said a Saudi-owned commercial vessel was targeted in the Red Sea, causing a bow fire; all crew reported safe.

Brent crude oil prices climb to $96 per barrel amid ongoing US-Iran hostilities.

Ukrainian President Zelensky appointed Major General Ihor Skybyuk as the new Chief of the Ukrainian General Staff, replacing Major General Andriy Hnatov.

Russia launched one Iskander-M ballistic missile, three Kh-59/69 cruise missiles, and 216 drones against Ukraine overnight, while Ukrainian forces struck additional Wildberries logistics facilities.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was set to meet Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on the sidelines of the ASEAN Ministerial Conference in Manila, amid concerns over Russia potentially supplying Iran with targeting data on U.S. sites.

Commercial vessel traffic through the Bab al Mandeb Strait fell to 30 ships on July 22, down from 64 the previous day, even as some shipping continued despite the Houthi blockade.

An Iranian official said two people were killed in a U.S. strike on the Shalamcheh border crossing between Iran and Iraq.

Heavy U.S. airstrikes were reported across Iran, extending the campaign into a 13th day.

Houthi forces attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, according to ISW-CTP, amid a Houthi blockade that has caused at least seven vessels to divert away from the Bab al Mandeb Strait.

At least seven vessels altered course to avoid the Bab al Mandeb Strait, up from two earlier in the day, as the Houthi blockade disrupted Red Sea shipping.

ISW-CTP reports initial indications of a Houthi attack on two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, while the Joint Maritime Information Center says the Houthis had deployed missiles and drones near the Bab al Mandeb Strait, prompting at least seven vessels to reroute.

Strikes were reported in Ahvaz and Ramshir in Khuzestan Province, Ziarat-e Sirik in Hormozgan, and Bushehr.

The House passed a $1.15 trillion defense bill with $60 billion in additional spending largely for the Iran conflict, drawing Democratic opposition and moving to the Senate.

CENTCOM announced that a new round of strikes against Iranian military targets began at 5:30 p.m. ET, aimed at further degrading Iran’s ability to threaten maritime traffic.

Kuwaiti air defenses were responding to hostile drone threats, with the Army advising the public to adhere to safety instructions.

Houthis claimed they targeted Saudi oil tankers Encela and Laylia with ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones, alleging the vessels violated a group-imposed ban.

US crude oil prices reached $86 per barrel, up from $68 on July 1, as the Red Sea disruption compounded pressure on global energy markets.

Houthi forces claimed to have targeted two Saudi oil tankers, ENCELIA and LAYLIA, with ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and drones, alleging the vessels violated their shipping ban.

A tanker was struck by a projectile in the Red Sea and caught fire.

The 12th consecutive round of U.S. strikes was underway, with explosions in Khuzestan Province, Sirik, and areas near the Strait of Hormuz.

Explosions were reported in Bandar Mahshahr and Sirik, in southern Iran.

Initial reports emerged of explosions in several areas across Iran.

The US and Saudi Arabia sign a '123 agreement' for peaceful nuclear cooperation and a bilateral safeguards agreement, opening Saudi Arabia's nuclear energy market to American companies and aiming to boost US nuclear exports while upholding nonproliferation standards.

The Jerusalem Post reported that Israel is considering purchasing P-8 Poseidon aircraft to counter Turkey's expanding submarine fleet.

Ukraine requested an emergency UN Security Council meeting, accusing Russia of attacking civilian cargo ships and blocking its Black Sea shipping corridor, disrupting grain exports, RBC-Ukraine reported.

The United Kingdom warned that consular assistance is severely limited and further travel disruptions are likely after the staff withdrawal.

The United Kingdom temporarily withdrew staff from Iran due to the security situation.

Kan News reported that the U.S. informed Israel it plans to escalate strikes in the coming days, including using heavy bombers for the first time in the current campaign.

CENTCOM stated that Iran does not control the Strait of Hormuz, that the international waterway remains open for transit despite IRGC threats, and that U.S. forces have helped more than 900 ships navigate the strait since early May.

President Trump said the United States does not need the Strait of Hormuz.

The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note neared 4.70%, a fresh 52-week high, and has risen over 70 basis points since the Iran war began, as markets brace for a potential energy shock.

Rheinmetall CEO states European defense industry must increase output due to low US stockpiles and simultaneous US rearmament efforts.

President Trump threatened to strike the fortified Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site.

President Trump expanded his threats to include 'Pickaxe Mountain,' a fortified underground site near a major Iranian nuclear enrichment facility, as U.S. strikes on Iranian targets continued for an 11th consecutive night and the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports remained in place.

Kan News reported that the U.S. escalation will involve heavy bombers for the first time since the ceasefire, as part of the notified campaign against Iran.

Iran's Gharibabadi warned that European nations providing bases and territory to an aggressor would be placed in the category of aggressors.

Russia is reportedly about to announce a massive mobilization at the end of 2026 to try and win the war in Ukraine.

An assessment indicated that Iran's ballistic missile capabilities remain resilient despite months of U.S. and Israeli strikes, with Tehran repairing subterranean bases.

Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri says he is waiting for results of Washington meetings on Israel's withdrawal, notes no desire for tension from Syria or Lebanon, and calls a minister's visit to western Zawtar symbolic while warning of continued Israeli shelling.

Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya joint military command warned that if U.S. threats are realized, it will stop all oil exports and target oil, gas, electricity, and economic infrastructure across the region, and stated the Strait of Hormuz remains closed except for vessels using its designated route.

Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya central headquarters threatened to halt all regional oil exports and target oil, gas, electricity, and other economic infrastructure if the U.S. attacks Iranian infrastructure.

The United States informed Israel that it plans to escalate its campaign against Iran in the coming days with heavy bomber strikes, allowing Israel time to prepare for possible Iranian retaliation.

Foreign Minister Araghchi declared Iran's defense doctrine as 'eye for an eye,' warning that any aggression against Iran, including infrastructure, would be met with a powerful response, and that those who contribute to such aggression would be considered legitimate targets.

Reuters reports that U.S. intelligence is investigating whether Russia provided targeting intelligence or upgraded drones for Iran's recent strikes on CIA facilities, including the station at the Riyadh embassy.

Reuters reported that U.S. intelligence analysts are investigating whether Russia provided targeting intelligence or upgraded drone technology to Iran, following strikes that hit CIA facilities in Riyadh and eastern Iraq.

IRGC Public Relations Chief Hossein Mohibi warned shipping companies that the southern route of the Strait of Hormuz is mined and dangerous, cautioning them against falling for what he called American deception.

The European Union announces that its 27 leaders will hold a first-of-its-kind dedicated summit on artificial intelligence, motivated by growing cyber threats and geopolitical competition.

IRGC Aerospace Commander Mousavi warned that Iran would cut off electricity to U.S. regional allies if its bridges or power plants are attacked.

IRGC Navy warned that alternative routes through the Strait of Hormuz are unsafe and dangerous, with severe and irreparable consequences, and asserted that the input and output of the strait are under their definitive control.

The Iranian Embassy in Spain issued a statement threatening retaliation against the United States for any attack on Iran, including a warning to 'prepare as many coffins as possible.'

Clash Report published revelations that intelligence documents the White House declassified to support claims of Chinese election meddling instead detailed extensive Russian interference operations.

President Zelensky stated that signals from Putin's inner circle indicate they recognize Putin as the reason the war continues and that only he is responsible for Russia's losses.

Qalibaf expanded his warnings, stating that if Iranian oil cannot be sold then no country will sell oil, and that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz will not return to pre-war conditions.

Axios reported that Mossad chief Roman Gofman held talks in Washington two weeks ago on the Iran war and Tehran's nuclear program, meeting CIA Director John Ratcliffe and White House officials.

Iran's top negotiator, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, warned that no infrastructure will be safe if Iran's security is not ensured and that the security of the Strait of Hormuz depends on the absence of American forces.

The Jerusalem Post reported that Israel is considering purchasing Boeing P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft amid concerns over Turkey's expanding submarine fleet.

President Trump said he has ordered U.S. forces to 'open the gates of hell' on Iran.

Pakistan requests a $10 billion exchange stabilization facility from the U.S. Treasury following its diplomatic mediation in the Iran conflict.

A July survey published by Clash Report indicated a steep decline in support for the Iran war among President Trump's MAGA base, citing rising gas prices and military casualties.

KAN reported that Israel was placed on heightened alert after the U.S. informed Jerusalem of plans to escalate strikes on Iran in the coming days, including the possible first use of heavy bombers, with Pickaxe Mountain as a key target.

Iran threatened to target energy sites if the U.S. bombs Iranian power plants, hours after President Trump said the U.S. would begin targeting power plants and bridges for each ship Iran targets in the Strait of Hormuz.

CBS News reported that the U.S. and Saudi Arabia are expected to sign a nuclear agreement this evening.

Greece's top national security council prepared to approve a $3.42 billion purchase of Israeli air defense hardware for the multi-layered 'Achilles' Shield' network.

Bitcoin ETFs record $900 million in inflows last week, the largest weekly figure since early May, driven by strong inflows into the largest fund.

President Zelensky met with the US ambassador to NATO to discuss licensing for domestic production of Patriot missiles.

Prime Minister Al-Zaidi stated the government's commitment to preventing Iraq from becoming a failed state and to fighting corruption.

Bloomberg reports that Saudi Arabia and the UAE make a coordinated public show of unity after months of tensions, with senior officials emphasizing their shared history and partnership.

Lebanese Army Commander Rodolphe Haykal meets CENTCOM's John Bishop in Beirut to discuss disarming Hezbollah and the Israel-Lebanon Framework Agreement.

An Iranian military official warned that any U.S. strike on a bridge or power plant would lead Tehran to retaliate against regional energy facilities where the U.S. has interests.

President Putin stated that key branches of the Russian economy are stable and that fuel market difficulties are 'unquestionably temporary'.

Iran's Seyed Mohammad Marandi called for the evacuation of Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, the UAE, and Oman in response to U.S. threats.

House passed an NDAA amendment blocking transgender medical procedures under TRICARE.

Tasnim cited an Iranian military source who warned that any U.S. attack on an Iranian bridge or power plant would be met with strikes on multiple regional infrastructure and energy facilities linked to U.S. interests.

Secretary Rubio indicated he believes China publicly opposes Iran's actions in the Straits, citing Beijing's past statements against tolling or any restraint on freedom of navigation.

Secretary of State Rubio dismissed reports that China and Russia are giving targeting information to Iran, saying nothing China has done has changed the conflict's trajectory and that Beijing has been cooperative in some cases.

Axios reported that President Trump is approaching a pivotal decision point in the Iran conflict, with only two realistic paths under consideration: accept a Qatari-mediated ceasefire or launch a large-scale joint military campaign with Israel.

Newly named Hamas political bureau chief Khalil al-Hayya says the group's top priority is ending Israeli military operations and achieving the 'complete liberation' of Gaza, alongside releasing Palestinian prisoners and keeping Gaza part of the Palestinian entity.

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman condemns Iran's attacks on Kuwait and pledges full solidarity in a call with the Kuwaiti Amir.

President Trump issued an ultimatum that every future attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz will cost Iran one bridge or one power plant.

CNBC reported that Houthi forces positioned missiles and drones near the Bab el-Mandeb and completed preparations to strike shipping at the Red Sea's southern approach.

The EU Aviation Safety Agency warns airlines to avoid Jordanian airspace entirely due to the Iranian attacks.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average erased earlier losses and turned positive, even as President Trump threatened to bomb Iranian power plants and a bridge.

Spain continues to enforce a ban on all US aircraft involved in the Iran war from its airspace, the New York Times reported.

Friday prayer leader Hajj Ali Akbari vowed at Imam Khomeini Hussainiya to send to hell all those involved in the assassination of former Supreme Leader Khamenei.

Satellite imagery confirms that an aircraft hangar at King Faisal Air Base in Jordan was hit in the latest Iranian strikes.

President Trump renewed a threat to destroy one Iranian bridge or power plant—including in or near Tehran—for each future Iranian attack on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

President Trump announced that any time Iran fires on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, the United States will bomb and destroy one Iranian bridge or power plant, including in Tehran.

President Trump threatened that the U.S. would bomb and destroy one Iranian bridge or power plant, including those in or near Tehran, for every future Iranian attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz.

Foreign Minister Araghchi stated there was no contact with leadership for three days after the strikes that killed the previous Supreme Leader, and claimed the effort to break Iran's command structure failed.

Bahrain's Defense Force said its air defenses intercepted and destroyed Iranian aerial attacks, accusing Tehran of a 'systematic hostile approach' targeting civilians.

Iran's Health Ministry reported that 53 people have been killed and 592 injured in U.S. airstrikes across the country since June 27.

Four mega-cap tech stocks and semiconductor companies together accounted for 65% of S&P 500 year-over-year earnings growth in Q1 2026, while the semiconductor contribution is estimated to rise to a record 48% in Q2, shifting earnings leadership.

Israeli police halted journalists from reaching a Palestinian family that has been besieged by settlers for over two weeks near Nablus; the family reports attacks dating to April and recent injuries in clashes.

The IRGC threatened a 'regret-inducing operation' that would bring 'public mourning' to the U.S. if strikes continue, according to Tasnim.

Palestinian Minister Hamad stated that Israel has withheld Palestinian clearance revenues for 14 months, resulting in civil employees receiving half-pay for five years, while the government continues to function.

Palestinian Minister Hamad reported that settler violence in the West Bank has escalated, with over 13,000 attacks recorded in 2025, targeting homes, farmlands, and individuals in broad daylight with almost no consequences.

Unverified claims that Iran began moving hundreds of nuclear centrifuges into the fortified Pickaxe mountain and that the U.S. Air Force was planning to bomb it with strategic bombers.

Footage filmed during an early June Iranian ballistic missile and drone attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base was released, showing a strike that predated the collapsed U.S.-Iran ceasefire.

U.S. Central Command released the full unit assignment of Sgt. Angel Rampersad, noting he served with 1st Battalion, 57th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, 52nd Air Defense Artillery Brigade, 10th Army Air & Missile Defense Command, Ansbach, Germany.

GreekReporter reported that Greece is expected to approve a €3 billion Israeli air defense package as the core of its 'Achilles' Shield' network.

Iranian strike destroys an AN/FPS-117 early-warning radar at Ahmed Al-Jaber Air Base in Kuwait.

The EU naval force warned that ships linked to Israel, the U.S., or Saudi Arabia face heightened risk of attack and advised vessels to avoid the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden until the threat level drops.

Brent crude oil prices surge above $95 per barrel after the US says Iran is 'not serious' about peace talks.

A Politico poll showed support for the Iran war slipping among MAGA voters, with the share saying it is worth the economic cost falling from 50% in May to 37% in July, as rising gas prices, military casualties, and economic concerns grow.

The Wall Street Journal reported that the U.S. signed a large nuclear cooperation deal with Saudi Arabia, approved by President Trump.

Secretary Rubio accused Iran of being the troublemaker behind Houthi threats to global shipping, saying the Houthi threat is not new.

Pakistan warns that attacks on its vessels or on Saudi Arabia by Yemen's Ansarallah would trigger a military response.

Secretary Rubio stated that the U.S. has encouraged Syria to focus on its own internal challenges, not to involve itself in fighting Hezbollah.

US oil prices jumped another 4% to reach $95 a barrel, extending the rally amid further US-Iran tension.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared that a nuclear-armed Iran is intolerable.

Iranian air defenses reportedly intercepted a hostile drone over Tehran overnight.

The Kremlin dismissed the appointment of Ukraine's new armed forces commander, stating it would not change the situation at the front.

Iranian media publish satellite imagery allegedly showing damage to a U.S. early warning radar at Ali Al-Salem Air Base in Kuwait.

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov announced a meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio scheduled for July 23.

Member of parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Ebrahim Rezaei stated that a potential U.S. attack on nuclear facilities would be solid justification for changing Iran's nuclear doctrine.

The Wall Street Journal reported that despite months of U.S. and Israeli strikes, Iran has restored access to underground missile sites and continues to launch advanced ballistic missiles such as the Kheibar Shekan, with its recent attack on the Jordan air base underscoring that its missile threat remains substantial.

The US has collected an estimated $13 billion from Venezuelan oil exports since January but has provided little transparency, with conflicting accounts from US officials, according to the Financial Times.

Following a failed Alaska meeting with Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin reportedly abandoned willingness to discuss territorial concessions, with anonymous Kremlin sources indicating a goal to seize all of Donetsk and retain parts of Sumy and Kharkiv as buffer zones, making a resumption of peace talks unlikely until these military objectives are met.

Brent crude oil tops $94 a barrel, up from $92, as US-Iran hostilities escalate further.

Iranian state television said the country would fight "with everything it has" if U.S. forces set foot on Iranian soil.

Iran signaled a possible exchange of messages with the United States, according to Mehr News Agency.

Ukrainian drones struck another large Wildberries depot inside Russia, with cumulative strikes reportedly disabling over half of the company's domestic distribution facilities and disrupting a key e-commerce supply chain.

Ukraine agreed to export drones to the U.S. under the Drone Dominance program, with six Ukrainian firms receiving export clearance.

Iran executed a man accused of taking part in anti-regime protests this past January.

Deputy White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller warned that if Iran continues on a path of conflict, it will lose the capability to wage war and the economy to support a war machine.

Senator Jon Ossoff challenged Defense Secretary Hegseth over his earlier claims that Operation Epic Fury was a 'historic and overwhelming victory' and that Iran's military was rendered 'combat ineffective,' arguing the administration's stated objectives were not met; Hegseth maintained Iran's military was set back decades but retains some capabilities.

CBS News reported that the true cost of the U.S.-Iran war may be significantly higher than the $37.5 billion stated by Defense Secretary Hegseth, as the estimate excludes major expenses such as military construction and base repairs, and the administration is seeking an additional $67 billion from Congress.

Lebanese PM Nawaf Salam visits Zawtar al-Gharbiya, plants the national flag to assert sovereignty after the Israeli military's withdrawal under a pilot agreement.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps released footage showing Arash drone launches and claimed overnight strikes on the Sheikh Isa air base in Bahrain and the Al-Azraq air base in Jordan.

Brent crude oil prices reach $92.3 per barrel, up from $71 on July 1, as the Iran conflict escalates.

US oil prices surged above $85 per barrel for the first time since June 12, as Iran tensions escalated.

The Wall Street Journal reported that Iranian ballistic missile strikes on a Jordanian air base in mid-July killed two US service members, highlighting Iran's ability to penetrate air defenses and its strategy to pressure US host nations.

The Wall Street Journal provides further details on the July 17-18 strikes, reporting that the first two missiles hit a gym and an empty aircraft hangar before the third struck containerized housing units.

Secretary Rubio elaborated that the U.S. remains open to constructive negotiations as long as commitments are kept, warning that failing to keep commitments will bring consequences.

The Wall Street Journal reports that the nuclear deal is worth tens of billions of dollars and designed to give American companies a central role in Saudi nuclear infrastructure, shutting out foreign competitors.

IRGC claimed responsibility for attacking two tankers on July 20 because they attempted to use the southern Omani route; Kuwait identified the second stricken vessel as the Kuwaiti tanker Kaifan, and several crew members were injured.

Russian officials projected stability over domestic fuel supplies, while the State Duma began using the federal budget to alleviate the burden on oil companies after Ukrainian strikes substantially reduced refining capacity.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Washington is open to beginning negotiations to overcome differences in the Middle East conflict, but noted Iran's lack of seriousness about the talks.

Shipping companies were warned via email on July 20 against serving Saudi Red Sea ports, and by July 22 at least two vessels had turned around to avoid the Bab al Mandeb while a third diverted from a Saudi port.

The Pentagon identified the missing U.S. service member from the July 17 Iranian missile attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base as Sgt. Angel S. Rampersad, 28, and his status was updated to believed deceased.

NYC Mayor Mamdani stated that his administration lacks the authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and urged the federal government to do so.

The Wall Street Journal reports that the US has agreed to a 30-year nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia worth tens of billions of dollars, with potential for nuclear enrichment.

The share of wages and salaries in US gross domestic income declines to around 43%, near the lowest level since 1929, while corporate profits and investment income claim a larger proportion.

CENTCOM announced that the 11th consecutive night of strikes targeted military operations centers, maritime capabilities, aircraft hangars, drone storage, and logistics infrastructure to degrade threats to commercial shipping.

IRNA reported that U.S. strikes targeted areas near Sirik Port in Hormozgan, contradicting earlier denials by provincial officials.

CENTCOM stated that the Strait of Hormuz is open.

Footage showed a military base ablaze near Behbahan Northwest Airport in Khuzestan Province, suggesting a strike on an IRGC base.

Ukrainian President Zelensky dismissed Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief General Syrskyi and appointed Major General Drapatyi as his replacement.

President Zelensky dismissed General Oleksandr Syrskyi and appointed Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi, previously the Ukrainian Joint Forces Task Force Commander, as the new commander-in-chief.

U.S. Central Command confirmed the 11th consecutive night of airstrikes against Iran, targeting military operations centers, maritime capabilities, and logistics infrastructure; reported strikes hit multiple locations including Tabriz and Behbahan, while air defenses were active over Tehran.

Iranian state television reported air-defense activity across western, eastern, and northeastern Tehran.

The round of U.S. strikes was described as much wider in scope than previous nights.

Locals reported that a missile base in Tabriz was struck very hard.

A drone was sighted over Tehran around 03:28 local time.

Unconfirmed reports suggested the Parchin nuclear facility was struck.

Tasnim quoted Hormozgan officials denying reports of U.S. strikes on Sirik, Bandar Abbas, or elsewhere in the province as of 3:15 a.m. local time.

Explosions and power flashes were reported in the port heavy industry area of Mahshahr, suggesting strikes on energy infrastructure.

The Bidboland Refinery in Mahshahr appeared to be hit.

Multiple strikes hit Tabriz, with locals counting at least 10 explosions.

Strikes were reported in Chabahar, Tabriz, Bushehr, Urmia, Parchin, and Baneh; Iranian air defenses were active over Sohanak in northeastern Tehran.

Houthi forces continued broadcasting warnings to Saudi-owned ships transiting the Red Sea.

Iran's targeting of Kuwait's power and water infrastructure appeared aimed at pressuring Kuwait to curtail US military operations.

CENTCOM confirmed the 11th consecutive night of strikes began at 7 p.m. ET, saying they are designed to degrade Iran’s ability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

President Trump announced a 100% tariff on generic drugs imported into the U.S., effective August 2028, increasing to 200% in August 2029.

Multiple explosions were reported in Behbahan, Bandar Abbas, and Mahshahr as the 11th consecutive night of U.S. strikes continued.

Heavy strikes were reported in Behbahan and Mahshahr as the 11th consecutive night of U.S. strikes on Iran appeared to begin.

An explosion was heard near Fadak in Tehran’s Narmak district; locals said it did not appear consistent with a missile impact.

A senior U.S. official told The Atlantic that early intelligence assessments indicate the latest wave of strikes has likely had little impact on Iran’s behavior.

An Iranian military spokesman warned that U.S. commanders in the region would be targeted in their private residences, framing this as retaliation for strikes on Iranian commanders' homes.

U.S. crude oil prices surged to approximately $91.50 per barrel, up from $71 on July 1, reflecting the economic fallout of the escalating conflict.

Trump expressed support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to become the next UN secretary-general, the New York Post reported.

Kuwait reported that air defenses were engaging hostile Iranian drone and missile threats.

Pete Hegseth stated that Iran’s nuclear sites were obliterated but that Tehran continues to pursue nuclear capabilities.

Pete Hegseth commented that he is asking for the right bombs at the right time for the Iran campaign.

Iran's top joint military command explicitly threatened to expand the war to Israel and other US allies if the US strikes Iranian nuclear or sensitive sites.

Iran warned that if the U.S. attacks its nuclear or other key facilities, it will treat it as a major escalation and target U.S. interests, allies, and supporters across the region.

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth stated that the cost of the conflict as of today is $37.5 billion.

Short interest in the S&P 500 and Russell 3000 neared all-time highs, while NYSE-wide short interest hit a record 9% of shares outstanding in late June, signaling deepening market bearishness.

Hegseth says that if anyone can reach anything on earth, it is the United States military, in response to a question about the ability to destroy whatever is under Iran's Pickaxe Mountain.

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said that China and Russia are, at different levels, enabling Iran's attacks on U.S. forces, though the depth and extent remain classified.

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Daniel Caine stated he wants Ukraine to win and does not consider Russia a friend, describing the relationship as complicated.

During a Senate hearing, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth stated that U.S. capabilities to destroy targets under Iran's Pickaxe Mountain are classified but asserted that the United States military can reach any target on Earth.

Bloomberg reports that Prime Minister Andy Burnham has approved US use of British military bases for 'defensive strikes' against Iran.

President Zelensky announced the appointment of Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, following the dismissal of Oleksandr Syrskyi.

Collateralized loan obligation (CLO) equity tranches posted a -15% return in Q1 2026, their worst quarterly performance since the 2020 crash, driven by falling software loan prices and weak issuance.

UKMTO reported that a tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile 8 nautical miles northeast of Limah, Oman, after receiving radio distress calls over VHF Channel 16 from multiple parties.

The Kuwaiti Army announced that air defenses were engaging a wave of Iranian missiles and drones amid a new round of US strikes on Iran.

POLITICO reported that FBI Director Kash Patel plans to visit Moscow and St. Petersburg in mid-October for meetings hosted by the FSB; it is unclear whether he will meet President Putin.

Reza Pahlavi told Reuters he had received covert messages from Basij and IRGC members who expressed hatred for the regime and said they were looking for an opportunity to break away.

Reza Pahlavi told Reuters that he has reached out to former Marxists, members of the Tudeh party, the Fedayan organization, and former MEK members, claiming they are now fully aligned with him as evidence of unprecedented unity against the regime.

President Trump imposed an additional 50% tariff on a range of Canadian goods including cars, alcohol, dairy, and other products, citing Canadian trade discrimination; the tariffs take effect in 30 days and exclude energy, potash, fish, critical minerals, and Section 232 goods.

Saudi Arabia denounces a Houthi threat to blockade the Kingdom by sea and warns it will take action to protect Saudi vessels.

Former UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace publicly alleged that Israel refused his recommendation to assist Ukraine, welcomed Russian money, and now bears consequences, calling it a sad decline.

Saudi Arabia condemns the Houthis' threat of a naval blockade and warns it will take measures to protect its ships.

US software developer employment for workers aged 22-25 declined 23% since November 2022, while employment for those aged 41-49 rose 18%, highlighting a generational divide driven by AI.

The suspect in the Federal Plaza explosion was identified as a former US Army soldier.

Ukrainian forces launched a large-scale drone attack on Moscow.

U.S. officials signaled that the scale and tempo of strikes may expand to levels reminiscent of the 40-day U.S.-Iran war.

Ali Bakri-Khani, Deputy Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, said the Strait of Hormuz is crucial leverage and Iran will not back down from its position.

Fars News Agency reported explosions in Sirikh, southern Iran, and blasts were also heard in Bandar Abbas as the U.S. launched a 10th consecutive night of strikes.

A U.S. official told Axios that President Trump is focused on making Iran pay for violations of a memorandum of understanding and terrorism in the Strait of Hormuz, as well as recent U.S. soldier deaths, with devastating strikes to continue until he decides otherwise, though diplomatic talks continue.

Assistant to the Secretary of War for Public Affairs Sean Parnell told CBS News that nearly 100 U.S. service members have been injured in Iranian attacks across the Middle East since July 7, and that 96% have already returned to duty.

A U.S. official told Axios that President Trump is focused on making Iran pay for violating the memorandum of understanding and for killing American soldiers in Jordan, and that upscaled strikes will continue until he decides otherwise.

NASA FIRMS satellite data showed an active fire on the Iranian side of the Strait of Hormuz, south of Larak Island and near the shipping lanes, raising the possibility of an unconfirmed strike on an Iranian tanker.

Spain's amnesty programme for undocumented migrants could expand from an initial estimate of 500,000 to as many as 3 million individuals through family reunification provisions.

Yvette Cooper, previously foreign secretary, is appointed Secretary of Health and Social Care in Burnham's cabinet reshuffle.

Jordan announces that it intercepted all Iranian missiles in the latest wave of strikes, a claim that contrasts with earlier video and U.S. accounts of successful impacts.

Hezbollah MP Mahmoud Qamati warns the Lebanese government to resume flights from Iran, threatening non-violent measures that could disrupt Beirut Airport.

Deputy SNSC Secretary Bagheri, speaking at the Imam Khomeini Hussainiya, said the United States has taken no action regarding the release of Iran's frozen assets and has violated its commitments.

Israel responded to UNESCO's criticism over heritage sites by accusing the organization of overlooking Hezbollah's military use of Beaufort Castle, alleging the group built tunnel networks and launched rockets from the historic fortress.

The Wall Street Journal reports that the fatal Iranian ballistic missile strike hit containerized housing units at the base, and that three missiles reached the base within a 24-hour period.

Online imagery appears to show a destroyed aircraft shelter at Muwaffaq al Salti Air Base following the Iranian strikes.

The Wall Street Journal reported that the fatal Iranian missile strike on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base was the third attack within 24 hours, with earlier hits damaging a gym and an empty aircraft hangar, and that warning sirens had sounded but not all personnel reached bunkers before the living quarters were struck.

Air France announces suspension of Riyadh flights until July 24, later clarifying the timeline after conflicting reports of a broader seven-day halt.

Israeli humanitarian team continues multi-month rehabilitation mission in La Guaira, Venezuela, now entering its third week.

Channel 12 reported that Netanyahu is holding security consultations that include scenarios of a possible Iranian attack, with Israel coordinating with U.S. CENTCOM and preparing for a wider conflict.

Ed Miliband replaces Yvette Cooper as UK foreign secretary as Andy Burnham forms his cabinet.

Mediators are working to push the U.S. and Iran into a ceasefire, per The Wall Street Journal, as Strait of Hormuz traffic collapsed to 10 ships per day; Qatar floated a 10-day ceasefire and an end to shipping restrictions, with Brent crude around $90 per barrel.

UKMTO reclassified the Strait of Hormuz fire incident as an attack on the Maltese-flagged tanker Kavomaleas, struck by an Iranian projectile; the crew abandoned ship and the vessel remains adrift and on fire.

Houthi forces broadcast explicit warnings over VHF marine radio channel 16, stating that Saudi ships failing to comply with the embargo would be treated as legitimate military targets.

Houthi forces issued warnings on open maritime frequencies that the strait is closed to Saudi shipping.

Satellite imagery revealed damage to at least one U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper drone in the hangar area of Muwaffaq Salti Air Base following the Iranian strike.

A Chinese-made FK-2000 short-range air defense system was deployed at a coastal site in Bahrain, adding to the kingdom's Western-made air defense batteries.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said there were 'active conversations' in his office about whether to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu upon his anticipated September arrival for the U.N. General Assembly.

President Trump declared that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would not be arrested while in the United States, framing him as fighting against Iran, which Trump claimed killed 52,000 protesters.

President Trump declared that Iran will 'pay for that killing many times over' for any American soldier killed, reinforcing the U.S. retaliatory stance.

President Trump stated that Iran will pay for every American death 'many times over,' directing the Secretary of War, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and military leaders to carry out retaliation.

Senior Hamas official Osama Hamdan tells al-Mayadeen that the election of Khalil al-Hayya signals continued resistance, and that the group is reorganizing after the assassinations of prior leaders.

CENTCOM announced that U.S. naval forces have redirected seven commercial vessels and disabled one that failed to comply with blockade measures as part of the ongoing naval blockade against Iran.

IRGC missile launches were reported from Lar in Fars Province, Iran, most likely targeting Bahrain.

Two French embassy staff were detained and subjected to brutal interrogation in Tehran, with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stating that one of them was physically assaulted; France warned of serious consequences for the violation of diplomatic immunity.

The suspect arrested in the Federal Plaza explosion was identified as an anti-ICE protester.

The IRGC issued a defiant statement vowing to continue launching missiles and drones at American forces even if the war lasts for years, rejecting U.S. claims that Iran is running out of munitions.

The explosion at the federal building housing ICE, FBI, and immigration court offices in New York is being investigated as an anti-government attack.

The U.S. Department of War released additional details identifying 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan as a member of the 2nd Battalion, 55th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, 32nd Army Air Missile Defense Command, based at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.

Andy Burnham becomes the first lifelong Roman Catholic to serve as UK prime minister.

The two U.S. service members killed in the July 17 Iranian strike on Jordan are identified as Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19, of Texas, and 1Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, of Hawaii.

Anti-aircraft fires engaged a barrage of missiles launched from Shiraz, Iran, toward Bahrain.

Ballistic missiles were reportedly launched from the Shiraz missile field in southern Iran, likely targeting Bahrain.

Air raid sirens sounded once again across Bahrain, warning of a fresh incoming drone or missile attack.

Secretary of State Rubio said Iran attacked three ships after a deadline to open the Strait of Hormuz, violating the memorandum of understanding, but that the U.S. remains open to a diplomatic solution if Iran's behavior changes.

Hedge funds sold US tech stocks at the fastest pace in at least a decade, pushing their tech exposure to the lowest since February 2026.

An anti-ICE protester and former US Army soldier was arrested after setting off an incendiary device outside 26 Federal Plaza in New York, which houses the immigration court, FBI, and ICE offices; no injuries were reported.

Reuters reported that two oil tankers, including the Malta-flagged Kavomaleas, were hit by projectiles off Oman, forcing the crew of one to evacuate; all crew were safe. The Kavomaleas had previously carried Saudi gasoline and was sailing empty to load cargo when struck.

Mediators proposed a 10-day ceasefire to Iran in hopes of reviving an interim deal reached last month, senior officials told Reuters.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi alleged that former U.S. President Trump contacted Kurdish leaders in Iraq as part of a plan to disintegrate Iran, and that exiled opposition figure Reza Pahlavi agreed to the terms during a trip to Israel, though Turkish and Iraqi officials intervened to prevent any threat.

The White House stated that voters overwhelmingly support an Iran peace deal.

Gaza reports said three people were killed in a strike on a security company vehicle near the British Hospital in Mawasi, Khan Yunis.

CENTCOM confirmed that strikes on the eighth consecutive night specifically targeted IRGC forces responsible for the July 17 missile attack on a US base in Jordan.

The General Staff of the Kuwaiti Armed Forces reported that air defenses were responding to hostile missiles and drone threats.

Sirens sounded across Kuwait as Iranian missile and drone attacks continued.

Yemen's Houthis announced a maritime embargo banning Saudi maritime traffic through the Bab al Mandeb Strait.

Unconfirmed reports surfaced indicating that Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi had been dismissed.

Footage emerged showing IRGC launching missiles at Kuwait, Jordan, and Syria.

Lockheed Martin introduced the PAC-3 Adapted Capability Effector (ACE), a lower-cost Patriot interceptor expected to cost less than half the current missile; production could begin within 36 months.

Andy Burnham enters 10 Downing Street and says the Labour Party has not been good enough and must be better.

The U.S. Department of War released further details identifying Pvt. Isabella Gonzales as a member of 1st Battalion, 57th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, based in Ansbach, Germany.

The number of businesses in AI-related professional, scientific, and technical services has grown 45% since November 2022, with the Census Bureau projecting a record 5,000 monthly new formations in the sector over the next year, as overall US business creation rises 20%.

Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf accused the United States of bringing more military equipment to the region despite claiming to seek peace, and said Iran has prepared itself after mastering recognition of American tactics.

A senior Iranian source told Reuters that mediators proposed a 10-day halt in strikes to revive the Iran-U.S. interim deal.

Hamas names Khalil al-Hayya, its former chief wartime negotiator, as the new head of its political bureau, the first since Yahya Sinwar was killed in October 2024.

Andy Burnham is appointed prime minister after advising King Charles he can form a government, becoming Britain's seventh PM in a decade.

Iran targeted Bahrain's civilian air navigation systems, according to the kingdom's civil aviation authority; operations were not affected after precautionary measures were taken.

The New York Times reported that three earlier Iranian attacks on U.S. forces in Jordan, which injured dozens of troops and damaged several helicopters, were not publicly disclosed by the Pentagon prior to the fatal July 17 strike.

The Washington Post reported that the Pentagon is preparing for a broader conflict with Iran, but some U.S. officials warned that dwindling stocks of air defense interceptors and long-range munitions could limit the campaign's scope and duration.

The U.S. Department of War identified the two soldiers killed in the July 17 Iranian ballistic missile attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base as 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19, with their deaths officially attributed to Operation Inherent Resolve rather than the Iran campaign.

Keir Starmer resigns as prime minister and travels to Buckingham Palace, clearing the way for Andy Burnham's formal appointment.

The average U.S. gas price rose above $4.00 per gallon, as the conflict with Iran disrupted oil markets and a memorandum of understanding collapsed.

Mobilization drills reportedly started in many Russian regions as the country prepares for a large-scale deployment to the frontline with minimal training for some conscripts.

Prime Minister Netanyahu scheduled a security consultation in the evening amid escalating regional tensions.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Iran diverts its resources to sponsoring Hezbollah and Hamas, rather than developing its own country.

President Trump claimed Iran's military has been badly damaged and that the U.S. controls the Strait of Hormuz, saying Iran retains only limited missiles and drones.

Foreign Ministry spokesman Baghaei said mediators have passed proposals to Iran in recent days to ease tensions and that the proposals are under review.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman tells Lebanese President Aoun he supports Aoun's choices for Lebanon's sovereignty, ahead of Aoun's scheduled meeting with President Trump.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman asserted that the memorandum of understanding is unambiguous and that the U.S. never attributed its attacks to a difference in interpretation.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman indicated that talks with the United States could be possible if they align with national interests.

Explosions were reported in Bahrain, and Kuwait stated its forces were confronting Iranian drone attacks.

Air raid sirens sounded across Bahrain for the third time in 24 hours as new missile and drone threats emerged.

CENTCOM completed its ninth consecutive night of strikes, targeting military command centers, air defenses, coastal surveillance sites, maritime capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and communications networks to degrade the IRGC's ability to threaten Strait of Hormuz shipping.

Ukrainian drones struck another Wildberries distribution center in the Moscow region, setting it on fire.

The IRGC reportedly struck two oil tankers attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz.

President Trump stated that U.S. military operations aim to "end any chance" of Iran possessing a nuclear missile.

Assessments indicated that Russian ballistic missile launches in July exceeded monthly production rates, with the recent barrage heavily targeting Kyiv Oblast, as President Zelensky continued meetings with senior military commanders amid leadership uncertainty.

The U.S. State Department issued a security alert for U.S. citizens in Bahrain, warning that Iran may target central Manama.

Multiple explosions were heard over Kuwait as Iran continued launching missiles on July 20 morning.

Multiple morning flights into Kuwait were holding as the country remained under Iranian attack.

An Iranian surface-to-air missile system was struck and set ablaze by U.S. airstrikes near the Imam Khomeini Port Special Economic Zone in Khuzestan Province, southern Iran.

Iran launched a large wave of drones and missiles toward the Gulf, with intelligence assessments suggesting Manama and other Gulf states could be targeted.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi implied that a special committee within the Supreme National Security Council made key negotiation decisions without direct input from Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, highlighting his limited role in regime decision-making.

Araghchi implied that a special committee within the Supreme National Security Council made key negotiation decisions without Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei's direct input, highlighting the leader's limited role in recent months.

UKMTO reported a vessel on fire northwest of Kumzar, Oman, in the Strait of Hormuz; the cause was not yet verified.

The U.S. Embassy in Bahrain warned that Iran may seek to target unspecified locations in central Manama and urged Americans to remain vigilant.

Heavy explosions were reported in Mahshahr and Chabahar during the latest wave of U.S. strikes.

Ukrainian forces continued long-range strikes against Russian oil and energy infrastructure and naval vessels, while Russian forces advanced in northern Sumy Oblast.

CENTCOM announced a new wave of strikes on Iran for the ninth consecutive night, targeting military capabilities used to attack commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

U.S. Central Command launched a ninth consecutive night of strikes aimed at degrading Iranian military capabilities used to attack commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

The Kuwait Army stated that air defenses were continuing to confront hostile drone attacks as Iranian strikes persisted late on July 19.

The Telegraph reports that the British government, led by Foreign Secretary David Lammy, is taking legal action to prevent the publication of crimes by nationality.

Brent crude oil prices surge above $90 per barrel as the conflict involving Iran escalates.

The Washington Post reported that U.S. officials are planning for a wider war with Iran.

Russia accused the United States of breaking international law after recent strikes near a nuclear facility in Iran.

Iranian sources reported three missiles launched from Khomein in Markazi province, central Iran, possibly targeting Bahrain.

Air raid sirens sounded across Bahrain after Iran launched a new wave of ballistic missiles and one-way attack drones targeting sites in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, and Iraq.

The information technology sector achieved a 10-year annualized return near 2000 dot-com bubble levels, cementing its longest streak as the top-performing US sector since the 1960s.

President Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino attended the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium.

CENTCOM announces that search teams recovered unidentified remains at the site of the Iranian attack in Jordan and are working to identify them.

CENTCOM announced that search teams recovered unidentified remains at the missing U.S. service member's last known location following the Iranian missile attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base, pending identification.

President Trump warned Gulf states to prepare if no ceasefire is reached with Iran this week, amid the escalating military operations.

The U.S. is deploying additional F-16 and F-35 fighter jets to the Middle East, with some possibly stationed at Israeli air bases; the Pentagon mobilized aircraft from Germany and Britain.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility for the attacks, stating it targeted US military assets in Kuwait, including Camp Arifjan, Ali Al Salem Air Base, a US Navy fuel pier, and a signals facility, not civilian infrastructure.

Kuwait's Defense Ministry reported that the strikes sparked fires and caused heavy damage to vital installations of the Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy.

Kuwait’s Armed Forces said air defenses dealt with a number of Iranian drone and missile attacks today, and that facilities of the Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy were targeted and damaged.

Araghchi argued that negotiations with the United States should continue even if the chance of success is only 10 percent, stating he is foreign minister for Iran's interests, not his own reputation.

Israeli Channel 11 reported that the U.S. informed Israel it will escalate military operations against Iran in the coming days, warning that Iran could draw Israel into the conflict by directly targeting it.

Israel reportedly raised the IDF to its highest level of readiness.

The Israeli Prime Minister's Office issued a statement dismissing the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for Prime Minister Netanyahu, calling the court a 'kangaroo court' and noting that the warrant came from former prosecutor Karim Khan days before sexual misconduct allegations surfaced against him.

Iranian authorities reported 50 people were killed and 517 wounded in the latest wave of U.S. strikes.

U.S. forces concluded the latest round of strikes, which officials said were meant to 'swiftly punish' the IRGC.

Kuwait issued a statement saying Iran bears full responsibility for the attack on civilian infrastructure.

ICE is reportedly set to require body cameras for vehicle stops after fatal shootings.

North Korea’s Foreign Minister told President Putin that North Korea will stand by Russia until final victory.

Large-company bankruptcies in the US reached 372 in the first six months of 2026, the highest first-half total in 16 years and already exceeding the full-year count for 2022.

Jordan summons Iran's envoy over the attacks, warning that its security and sovereignty are a "red line."

The Lebanese presidency says Aoun told Rubio that Lebanon must align with Washington on the tripartite framework, beginning with an Israeli withdrawal, and urged stronger U.S. army support and American investment in energy, communications, and transportation; Rubio expressed support for restoring Lebanese sovereignty.