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The United States launched airstrikes on Iran, targeting military sites and port facilities, while Iran responded by attacking Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar. U.S. President Donald Trump warned of escalating consequences if Iranian attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz continue.

Explosions in Bahrain and Kuwait followed air defense interceptions of hostile missile and drone attacks after US President Donald Trump declared the US-Iran ceasefire 'over.' Iran's Revolutionary Guards vowed a 'devastating response' to recent American strikes on Iranian territory.

Mexico set a new monthly record for exports to the United States in May 2026, reaching $54.18 billion, a 17.5% increase from May 2025. Despite the U.S. declining to renew the USMCA for an additional 16 years, the trade agreement remains in effect, and Mexico maintained a significant trade surplus with the U.S. in May and the first five months of 2026.

Oil prices surged more than 6% after U.S. President Donald Trump said the interim agreement with Iran is 'over,' though he will allow talks to continue.

Three tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the British military. Allies from both sides of the Atlantic are meeting in Ankara to test NATO unity, which has been challenged by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Three tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the British military. NATO allies are meeting in Ankara to assess the alliance's unity amid tensions highlighted by U.S. President Donald Trump's criticisms.

Three tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, with one catching fire near Oman. The UK Maritime Trade Operations center reported the incidents, while Iranian state TV implied Tehran's involvement without an official claim. The attacks threaten shipping and U.S.-Iran negotiations.

Hamas announced it will hand over control of Gaza to a committee of Palestinian technocrats to advance a peace plan backed by US President Donald Trump and reduce Israel's influence, according to expert Jean-Paul Chagnollaud.

Three tankers were struck by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, with one catching fire near Oman. The UK Maritime Trade Operations center reported the attacks, and Iranian state TV implied involvement without an official claim. Qatar condemned the assault on its tanker, Al Rekayyat, while U.S.-Iran talks remain on hold due to Khamenei's funeral.

Hamas announced the dissolution of its Gaza governing body to transition power to the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), a technocratic committee. The move follows a 2025 US-brokered ceasefire with Israel but remains stalled over unresolved issues like Hamas's disarmament and Israeli military presence in Gaza.

Russia and Ukraine exchanged aerial attacks ahead of a NATO summit, with the Kremlin targeting Kyiv and Ukraine striking a St. Petersburg oil terminal. Ukraine appears to hold an advantage amid Russia's fuel crisis and a reported 8:1 casualty rate in the first half of 2026.

A funeral procession for Iran's former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei began in Tehran, with crowds gathering in Revolution Square. The procession will travel through Qom, Iraq, and Mashhad before burial, while mourners displayed anti-US and anti-Israeli symbols.

NATO leaders are convening a summit in Ankara where defense spending and procurement are prioritized over shared values. US President Donald Trump has pressured allies to increase defense investments, leading to nearly $120 billion in commitments, with half allocated to American equipment. The summit aims to assess whether these financial pledges will translate into military capabilities.

Iran's top officials attended funeral prayers for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran. Their public appearance occurred amid calls for the killing of U.S. President Donald Trump.

Denmark's Fourth of July celebration organizers have excluded U.S. officials in response to President Donald Trump’s threats to take over Greenland.

The loser of the Colombian presidential election threatened civil disobedience if the winner does not renounce US citizenship. De la Espriella, a conservative lawyer endorsed by US President Donald Trump, won the runoff on June 21, defeating Cepeda by 250,000 votes.

Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez announced that talks with the U.S. are at a standstill, despite Cuba's recent free-market reforms. The U.S. imposed new sanctions on Cuban officials and companies, and Cuba will address the U.S. oil embargo at a UN debate on July 7.

Two U.S. envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, arrived in Qatar for indirect talks on implementing an initial deal to end the war in Iran, mediated by Qatari officials. Discussions focus on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and releasing $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets, amid ongoing tensions and attacks in the region.

Two U.S. envoys arrived in Qatar for indirect talks on an interim deal to end the Iran conflict, amid recent attacks disrupting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran and the U.S. agreed to a temporary agreement involving uranium dilution and sanctions relief, but high-level negotiations remain stalled. Both sides have exchanged strikes in the strait, exacerbating tensions.

German Leal, a Miami-Dade Fire Rescue captain, returned to Venezuela to assist with earthquake relief efforts. He is part of Florida Task Force 1 deployed by the U.S. government to save lives after two major earthquakes struck the country.

NATO's deputy commander urges member countries to increase defense spending, reaffirm support for Ukraine, and demonstrate unity at an upcoming summit in Turkey. The article highlights conflicting signals from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding NATO and American military commitments in Europe, alongside European allies' efforts to boost defense capabilities amid Russian threats.

NATO's deputy commander urges member countries to increase defense spending, reaffirm support for Ukraine, and demonstrate alliance unity ahead of the July 7-8 summit in Turkey. The article highlights U.S. President Donald Trump's conflicting signals on America's European military posture and European nations' efforts to bolster defense budgets amid Russian threats.

The Trump administration is phasing out over $400 million in annual U.S. funding for South Africa’s HIV programs, with civil society groups warning that adolescent girls and women will be disproportionately affected. The U.S. State Department cited political issues, including South Africa’s Black Economic Empowerment policies, land expropriation laws, and its stance on Israel, as reasons for the aid cuts.

US President Donald Trump canceled a signing ceremony for a bipartisan housing bill, delaying its enactment until Congress passes an election security measure. The bill had passed the Senate and House with wide margins but was not signed into law as scheduled.

Abelardo de la Espriella's law-and-order platform won a vote in Colombia after receiving support from U.S. President Donald Trump, who emphasized stopping illegal immigration and addressing crime and drugs.

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to announce a resignation timetable amid pressure from his Labour Party after rival Andy Burnham won a parliamentary seat. Burnham is set to become an MP on Monday, and Wes Streeting has indicated he would challenge for leadership if a contest arises.

Iran continues exchanging messages with mediators after refusing to rejoin quadrilateral talks. Qatar and Pakistan are facilitating ongoing mediation efforts, but no final agreement has been reached. The Iranian delegation's refusal follows threats by US President Donald Trump.

Iran announced plans to close the Strait of Hormuz, citing violations of a ceasefire in southern Lebanon by Israel. The U.S. expressed skepticism about the closure, noting continued maritime traffic through the strait, while Trump linked the conflict resolution to Iran reopening the waterway.

Residents of Trump Heights in Israel express disappointment with the US-Iran deal but remain supportive of President Trump, believing he will correct the situation. The agreement aims to end Middle East war and cease hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, though locals doubt its sustainability and trust Trump to act decisively if needed.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman discussed Iran-US negotiations, emphasizing the need for continued dialogue and vigilance against undermining peace. A peace deal between the US and Iran was signed, ending months of conflict, with Pakistan mediating the agreement. Talks in Switzerland were postponed due to US Vice President JD Vance canceling his travel plans.

After two wars in a year, US-Iran nuclear diplomacy has returned to its prior state. A memorandum of understanding signed by US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian aims to resume talks Washington suspended in February, building on Oman-mediated discussions as part of a Gulf diplomatic effort.

U.S. President Donald Trump signed a memorandum of understanding to end the war on Iran, which is being compared to the 2015 deal signed by the Obama administration and other nations. Trump routinely criticizes the Obama-era Iran nuclear agreement.

Three Saudi-flagged supertankers carrying 6 million barrels of crude sailed through the Strait of Hormuz after a U.S.-Iran deal to end a war disrupting global energy supplies.

The US-Iran deal aims to resume oil and LNG flows, with US President Donald Trump urging increased movement through the Strait of Hormuz. Oil traders remain hopeful, though the article questions the speed of this resumption.

The article discusses how Gulf states, including Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Oman, took diplomatic and strategic measures to manage the regional crisis caused by US President Donald Trump's war against Iran, which the Gulf monarchies had previously relied on the US to handle.

Brazilian police arrested 25 individuals, including 18 Venezuelans and 7 Brazilians, in a crackdown on the Tren de Aragua gang linked to Brazilian criminal groups like Red Command. The operation targeted weapon supplies to Brazilian gangs and involved searches across five states, with Roraima identified as a key corridor for illicit trade.

G7 leaders discussed alternative routes to bypass the Strait of Hormuz after US President Donald Trump stated it would be 'completely open'. Analyst Maisoon H Kafafy noted past disruptions showed such infrastructure projects lacked commercial viability due to high upfront costs.

European leaders will warn U.S. President Donald Trump at the G7 summit that a superficial interim Iran deal risks entrenching Tehran's nuclear and ballistic missile programs. They will also urge him to reconsider his approach to Ukraine. The summit in Evian-les-Bains brings together leaders from France, Britain, Canada, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United States, and the European Union.

Oil prices fell to their lowest since March as the US and Iran announced a preliminary agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The deal, set to be signed in Switzerland, aims to restore oil flows through the critical chokepoint and end a naval blockade.

A tentative deal to end the Iran war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz boosted Asian stocks, with benchmarks in Tokyo and Seoul rising over 5%, while oil prices fell more than $4 per barrel. U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed the agreement, authorizing an end to the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports, though implementation is pending a signing in Switzerland.