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Iran Launches Retaliatory Missile and Drone Strikes Across Middle East
Iran has launched major missile and drone attacks targeting Israel, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates in retaliation for U.S.-Israeli strikes on Tehran. Air raid sirens sounded over Tel Aviv as the conflict entered its second week, with Iran's attacks also hitting Saudi Arabia's oil refinery at Ras Tanura and the U.S. embassy in Riyadh
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Iran Names New Supreme Leader Following Assassination
Iran's Assembly of Experts announced it has selected a new Supreme Leader to replace Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated last week in Nepal. Israel has vowed to kill whoever is chosen as the replacement leader
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U.S. and Israeli Forces Conduct Massive Campaign Against Iran
The U.S. military has conducted extensive strikes on Iranian missile launching facilities, with the U.S. reporting it has hit 3,000 targets in Iran. President Trump promised "very hard" strikes and warned Iran may face "complete destruction," demanding Iran's "unconditional surrender"
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Devastating Toll on U.S. Forces in Kuwait
Six American soldiers have been killed since the start of hostilities in Kuwait, with President Trump attending a dignified transfer ceremony for those killed. CENTCOM reports three additional U.S. soldiers have been killed, bringing the total death toll to six among U.S. forces
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Israeli Military Escalates Operations in Lebanon
The Israeli military issued evacuation orders for Dahieh, a densely populated Beirut suburb and Hezbollah stronghold, causing tens of thousands of residents to flee. At least 294 people have been reported dead in Israeli strikes on Lebanon
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Global Oil Market Surges Amid Middle East Crisis
Gas prices in the U.S. have increased nearly $0.50 in a week, while jet fuel prices are spiking due to uncertainty created by the Middle East war. Iran's attacks on Saudi Arabia's oil facilities have forced closure of major refineries, further pressuring global energy markets
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Trump Launches Shield of the Americas Summit to Combat Drug Trafficking
President Trump met with leaders from twelve Caribbean, Central, and South American countries at the Shield of the Americas summit in Doral, Florida to establish a multinational military cooperation initiative. Approximately 17 countries have signed on to the initiative, which authorizes deadly force against drug cartels, though Mexico and Canada did not participate
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U.S. Recognizes Venezuelan Government of Delcy Rodríguez
At the Shield of the Americas Summit, President Trump announced that the United States is formally recognizing the Venezuelan Government of Delcy Rodríguez.
Russian Frigate Sunk in Waters Off Sri Lanka
The Iranian frigate IRIS Dena was torpedoed and sunk by the U.S. Navy submarine USS Charlotte in waters off Sri Lanka, killing at least 87 of the 180 people on board, with 32 others rescued and 61 remaining missing.
Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar Struck by Iranian Missile
An Iranian ballistic missile struck the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, which is the largest U.S. military base in the region.
Severe Tornado Outbreak Impacts U.S. Heartland
At least eight people have been killed across the Heartland, with at least 13 tornadoes reported in Oklahoma and Michigan, and 68 million Americans on alert for severe weather. A tornado near Tulsa, Oklahoma killed two people
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Russia Condemns U.S.-Israeli Strikes as 'Armed Aggression'
Russia has issued its strongest condemnation to date, labeling joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran as "armed aggression" and warning they could trigger widespread humanitarian and regional catastrophe. Russia has called for diplomatic solutions and restraint amid escalating tensions
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