The US has pushed for peace in Lebanon but been increasingly distracted by a new round of escalation with the war in Iran.
World
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The threat to close vital shipping chokepoint Bab el-Mandeb Strait could discourage ships from using the route, further disrupting global oil supplies and international trade.
Business
7:26am
The White House said in a fact sheet that the tariffs would go into effect in 30 days and cover "products ranging from wine to hockey sticks to cement".
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James Feehan, 25, of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, and Isabella Gonzales, 19, of Carrollton, Texas, were killed in Jordan in Saturday's attacks.
Tue, Jul 21
“It turned out we were a soccer country, and I think it’s going to remain,” Trump said at a FIFA reception at Trump Tower in New York City.
Football
Sun, Jul 19
He claimed, “Americans were blatantly lied to about the security of our election infrastructure."
The region has endured days of back-and-forth attacks in a conflict increasingly focused on control of the strait.
Sat, Jul 18
The proposed leasing notice was published as US President Donald Trump's administration seeks to expedite deep sea mining permits despite growing environmental concerns.
Environment
Iran may be no match for the United States militarily, but it’s been very successful in exerting what leverage it does have over the Strait of Hormuz.
The US president revived a subject he's long used to make unproven claims and deny his loss in the 2020 election.
Fri, Jul 17
"Under no circumstances and in no way will we allow America, as a foreign and extra regional country, to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz," said a spokesperson for the Iranian military.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the president is aware of the situation, which she described as “unfortunate” and “a disgrace".
Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard threatened to halt all energy exports from the Middle East over the blockade.
Thu, Jul 16
ICE's enforcement tactics are coming under renewed criticism after three people died during encounters with federal officers within a week.
Crime and Justice
Human rights abuses detailed in an 84-page report include being denied necessary medical care, forced to live in filthy conditions and fed inedible meals.
President Donald Trump had the pool decorated "American Flag Blue" earlier in the year.
The screenings will be conducted annually as part of service members' required medical screenings for those 30 and older.
"The eagle has landed," the writer wrote after the payment was made.
Wed, Jul 15
Another wave of US strikes on Iran and Iranian attacks on shipping and American allies left an interim peace deal in tatters.
The US President issued proclamations under the Antiquities Act to reduce their size by about 90% each.
Tue, Jul 14
One person was killed and eight others injured in the Iranian strikes near Oman's coast amid another round of US strikes on Iran.
Iranian state media acknowledged the latest attacks on its soil early Monday, describing explosions in several locations with at least one person being killed.
Mon, Jul 13
Tehran says the strategic waterway will remain shut after firing warning shots at a Cyprus-flagged vessel, while US forces begin a third round of strikes.
Sun, Jul 12
The warning came as Washington pressed Iran to publicly declare the Strait of Hormuz open to international shipping.
Sat, Jul 11
A new name change for Palm Beach International airport has been solidified, with renovations underway to transform the airport's brand and signage in honour of President Trump.
Fri, Jul 10
