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Trump declined to confirm U.S. assistance to Iranian dissidents, citing government violence that has killed tens of thousands, while centrist Democrats broke with leadership to back his 30-day military clock.

Two Filipino sailors died as tankers struck mines in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran's parliament speaker and Israeli defense minister escalated war rhetoric Wednesday

Sen. Ted Cruz outlined military and economic objectives in the six-month conflict, asserting combat goals are met while a U.S. blockade tightens.

Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the vital waterway will remain closed until the United States ends its military campaign and lifts economic sanctions.

Tehran's Foreign Ministry called on countries to reject U.S. economic pressure, linking diplomatic talks to an end to Middle East conflicts.

Parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf met with Qatar's Prime Minister in Tehran as Iran and Oman consider a proposal to reopen the vital shipping corridor.

The defense secretary called the joint strikes the most lethal air campaign in history and confirmed four U.S. service members killed.

Pakistan and Oman held separate talks with Tehran on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, pulling oil prices lower despite new U.S. sanctions

The Iranian president told a public gathering that Tehran's military remains ready to fight while diplomacy continues under a 14-point memorandum signed in June.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced new secondary sanctions designed to cut off Iran's remaining financial links to the global economy, threatening consequences for any country or company doing business with Tehran.

Iran's top security official threatened to treat regional countries as enemies if they support U.S. efforts to pressure Iran's economy following new sanctions.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. will impose sweeping sanctions and maintain a blockade on Iran, calling on other nations to join the effort to isolate the country economically.

NATO pointed to four successful intercepts of Iranian ballistic missiles over Turkey this year as evidence of its defensive capability.

The 10-year yield fell to 4.708% Tuesday ahead of the 20-year auction, but inflation breakevens hardened and geopolitical uncertainty left the curve vulnerable to fresh selling.

The Florida Republican called for a 'final blow' against Tehran and predicted Trump may order new U.S. strikes as Iran threatens Strait of Hormuz shipping

Armed forces chief Ali Abdollahi said assistance to U.S. forces at regional bases amounts to direct participation in hostilities.

Nearly a dozen fishermen died off Bandar Abbas during 40 days of fighting; survivors returned after three months idle, finding nets snagged on sunken wreckage

The book draws on more than 1,000 sources and a direct Trump interview to chronicle a second term its authors say bears no resemblance to the first.

South Korea says its 18,000-soldier exercises will proceed as scheduled despite Trump's order to reduce U.S. participation, citing Pyongyang's recent missile tests.

Year-on-year inflation reached 88 percent by late July as a naval blockade and five months of war push ordinary Iranians to the financial edge.

CENTCOM commander Adm. Brad Cooper visited the USS Abraham Lincoln on Saturday as the carrier's 5,000 sailors near nine months at sea in the Middle East.

Sen. Ruben Gallego blamed the Trump administration Sunday for conditions aboard a carrier that has gone more than 200 days without a port call.

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says a maritime route deal with Oman is close but separate from any decision to reopen the strait, which hinges on Washington meeting six demands.

The Iranian president cited port blockades, oil sanctions and bombed industrial sites as both sides showed no sign of returning to peace talks.

Adm. Brad Cooper joined envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner aboard the nuclear carrier Feb. 7, capping a 10-day sweep of Gulf nations with more than 50,000 U.S. troops deployed across the region.

The kingdom endures missile attacks and economic strain while depending on U.S. aid, as Cairo's past security pledges to Gulf states go unfulfilled.

Doha said efforts are in advanced stages, with Qatar, Pakistan and Oman working to halt exchanges of strikes and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

President Trump issued the demand on Truth Social on Aug. 10, directly countering Iran's own push for reparations during negotiations with Oman.

Developing-nation currencies dropped May 26 as U.S.-Iran talks stalled, while emerging-market stocks rose 0.5 percent for a fourth straight day on AI optimism.

President Trump told Axios the U.S. is 'semi-negotiating' with Tehran as a naval blockade squeezes Iran's economy and oil holds near $75 a barrel.

Trump publicly denied munitions shortages but privately demanded answers from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as new analysis shows critical interceptor numbers have fallen sharply.

Masrour Barzani said the Kurdistan Regional Government will not join the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran despite more than 1,000 missile and drone attacks on the region.

President Trump said a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be announced as early as Wednesday, potentially dropping U.S. gasoline prices to $2.50 per gallon.

The vice president said toppling Iran's government would drive millions toward Europe and the United States — a public split with President Trump's active military campaign against Tehran.

OFAC targeted two Iranian entities July 31, 2026, including Hormuz Safe, for demanding Bitcoin payments from vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

The Senate voted 51-49 to kill a Democratic resolution that would have forced President Trump to seek congressional approval before launching military action against Iran.

A new poll shows 66 percent of Americans oppose military action against Iran, as hawkish lawmakers backed by defense contractors push the White House toward confrontation.

Rep. Thomas Massie charges Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth with bypassing Congress on military action, raising constitutional questions about presidential war powers.

U.S. Central Command completed its 13th consecutive night of strikes against Iran, lifting oil prices and defense stocks.

U.S. Central Command confirmed the disruption as Iranian forces escalate actions in the critical chokepoint, pushing crude futures higher and raising insurance costs for shippers

Tehran's defiance of international demands raises stakes for global oil markets and defense spending as diplomatic options narrow

Tehran's concession could unlock billions in sanctions relief and restore 1.5 million barrels daily of oil exports

Tehran's state media declared the Strait of Hormuz will stay under Iranian management, asserting leverage over the 21 million barrels of oil transiting daily

Secret Oman talks target lifting sanctions for Iranian oil exports and $10 billion in frozen funds, but Capitol Hill opposition mounts

The White House is weighing military action after diplomatic efforts stalled, sending crude futures higher and raising global energy anxiety

Former National Security Advisor challenges Trump's diplomatic approach, signaling a win for defense interests

General Asim Munir's visit seeks to stabilize a volatile border and secure energy supplies, drawing Washington's attention to potential sanctions risks

The overnight conversation focused on escalating tensions with Iran, revealing a rift between Washington and Jerusalem on regional strategy

President Trump's decision to pause military action against Tehran preceded a high-level discussion on future options, signaling deep division within his national security team

The settlement targets a vast Indian conglomerate, marking a forceful U.S. stance against illicit financial flows that supported Tehran's petroleum sector