US says deal on reopening Hormuz close as Iran, Oman hold ‘positive’ talks
Negotiators are working to expand safe shipping through the strait, though key differences remain unresolved.
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Iran hits US in Jordan, US-Saudi strikes on Iraq: Is war spreading?
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US and Saudi Arabia strike ‘Iran-aligned’ groups in Iraq
The US and Saudi Arabia launched joint air strikes on Iraq, targeting ‘Iran-aligned’ groups.
Published On 29 Jul 2026
Iraqi armed groups condemn ‘dangerous escalation’ after US-Saudi strikes
Riyadh says its targeted attacks were done in coordination with the US military.
Yemen’s Houthis claim missile attack on Saudi Arabia oil tanker
The Houthis recently declared a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia in the Red Sea, targeting several tankers.
