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US strikes continue on Iran; Malcolm Roberts criticised for antisemitic post

US strikes continue on Iran; Malcolm Roberts criticised for antisemitic post

The United States and Iran have engaged in escalating military exchanges over the Strait of Hormuz, leading to a dramatic decline in maritime traffic.

World ·16 Jul 2026, 02:02 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
U.S. fires a new wave of strikes on Iran and hits a tanker trying to skirt its blockade

U.S. fires a new wave of strikes on Iran and hits a tanker trying to skirt its blockade

United States forces have intensified aerial campaigns and reimposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports following attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

Politics ·16 Jul 2026, 00:03 ·Marcus Hale 4 min read
Trump scraps his Hormuz shipping charge idea but presses ahead with an Iran blockade

Trump scraps his Hormuz shipping charge idea but presses ahead with an Iran blockade

The US has abandoned proposed cargo tolls in the Strait of Hormuz while resuming a naval blockade of Iranian ports following the collapse of a ceasefire.

Politics ·14 Jul 2026, 20:02 ·Marcus Hale 4 min read
Iran hits two UAE tankers in Strait of Hormuz

Iran hits two UAE tankers in Strait of Hormuz

The UAE Ministry of Defence reported that Iranian cruise missiles targeted two national tankers, causing one death, eight injuries, and material damage.

World ·14 Jul 2026, 11:06 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
US military launches third night of strikes against Iran

US military launches third night of strikes against Iran

The U.S. military has launched a third consecutive night of strikes against Iranian forces following cruise missile attacks on commercial tankers. President Trump has also announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Politics ·14 Jul 2026, 04:03 ·Marcus Hale 4 min read
Trump says US should be reimbursed for taking control of Strait of Hormuz

Trump says US should be reimbursed for taking control of Strait of Hormuz

President Trump suggests the US should be paid for acting as the 'guardian angel' of the strategic waterway following escalating missile exchanges with Iran.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 16:02 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
UK proscribes Iran's IRGC

UK proscribes Iran's IRGC

The UK government is moving to proscribe the IRGC and two other groups to tackle Iranian-backed recruitment of criminals and attacks targeting the Jewish community.

Politics ·13 Jul 2026, 15:04 ·Marcus Hale 2 min read
U.S. and Iran exchange strikes as Strait of Hormuz standoff escalates

U.S. and Iran exchange strikes as Strait of Hormuz standoff escalates

The U.S. and Iran reached an initial agreement to open the Strait of Hormuz following a weekend of heavy missile and drone strikes.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 12:04 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read
Trump sets deadline for potential military strikes against Iran

Trump sets deadline for potential military strikes against Iran

The US has threatened comprehensive infrastructure destruction if Iran fails to meet conditions by April 7. This follows an intensifying naval blockade.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 22:07 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
US and Iran trade missile strikes amid escalating Strait of Hormuz conflict

US and Iran trade missile strikes amid escalating Strait of Hormuz conflict

Hostilities in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified, with Iranian strikes impacting multiple nations and the U.S. conducting strikes on military targets. The conflict has jeopardized an interim ceasefire and led the U.S. to revoke a license for the sale of Iranian crude oil.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 21:00 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Iran launches retaliatory strikes across Gulf after heavy US military hits

Iran launches retaliatory strikes across Gulf after heavy US military hits

Following U.S. strikes on 140 Iranian military targets, Tehran launched retaliatory attacks across Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan, and Oman. The escalation threatens regional stability and disrupts maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 20:01 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Iran expands strikes across Gulf and declares Strait of Hormuz closed

Iran expands strikes across Gulf and declares Strait of Hormuz closed

Iranian forces launched coordinated strikes against U.S. military facilities in five nations, while Iranian authorities declared the Strait of Hormuz closed.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 17:00 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
US and Iran exchange strikes as Tehran again says strait of Hormuz is closed

US and Iran exchange strikes as Tehran again says strait of Hormuz is closed

US forces have targeted Iranian military sites following IRGC attacks on commercial ships. The escalation risks collapsing a 60-day diplomatic window for a nuclear deal.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 04:01 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read
US military strikes Iran after attack on civilian ship in Hormuz Strait

US military strikes Iran after attack on civilian ship in Hormuz Strait

The United States and Iran have exchanged missile and drone strikes after Iranian attacks on civilian vessels, sparking a dangerous escalation in the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 03:01 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Trump warns US military will destroy Iran if he is assassinated

Trump warns US military will destroy Iran if he is assassinated

President Trump has issued a stark warning to Tehran, claiming instructions are in place for unprecedented military strikes should an assassination attempt be carried out.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 01:02 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Iran Officials Admit To "Mistake" After Attacks On Ships In Hormuz: Report

Iran Officials Admit To "Mistake" After Attacks On Ships In Hormuz: Report

Tehran reportedly attributed attacks on commercial ships to hardliners as the U.S. demands public acknowledgment and open transit through the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 22:02 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read
Mojtaba Khamenei pledges revenge for father Ali Khamenei's death

Mojtaba Khamenei pledges revenge for father Ali Khamenei's death

Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has pledged vengeance for his father's killing, sparking a fierce response from President Donald Trump.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 17:01 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read
US demands Iran guarantee open transit in Strait of Hormuz

US demands Iran guarantee open transit in Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump has declared an interim ceasefire over as the US pressures Iran to cease attacks on ships and guarantee open transit in the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 04:01 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read
US and Iran continue indirect talks as Qatari mediators seek new truce

US and Iran continue indirect talks as Qatari mediators seek new truce

Qatari mediators are attempting to de-escalate tensions and facilitate indirect diplomacy between Washington and Tehran after a series of retaliatory strikes.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 22:01 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read
Israel shares intelligence with US of Iran's 'new plot' to assassinate Trump: Report

Israel shares intelligence with US of Iran's 'new plot' to assassinate Trump: Report

Israeli intelligence has alerted the U.S. to a specific Iranian assassination plot targeting President Trump amid a collapsing ceasefire and rising regional tensions.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 19:01 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read