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2026-09-08 08:10:03

Iran Raises Gas Prices as Hormuz Traffic Drops

Iran raises gasoline prices for heavy users as Strait of Hormuz traffic declines amid US-Iran tensions. Houthi attacks disrupt Saudi energy, oil rises, and officials warn of a Middle East quagmire. read more

2026-09-07 05:30:03

Iran Vows Exclusion Zone as US Tensions Escalate

Iran vows to establish an exclusion zone near the Strait of Hormuz after US strikes on its oil tankers. Centcom denies Iran's claim of hitting a US vessel as a "total lie," amid escalating ship attacks. read more

2026-09-07 01:30:05

US and Iran Trade Ship Strikes as Hormuz Conflict Escalates

US and Iran trade strikes on ships, with US hitting three oil tankers after Iran's missile attack on Navy vessels. Conflict escalates, threatening deeper war since February strikes. Trump calls it "small potatoes." read more

2026-09-06 21:40:07

Diesel Hits Record $5.85 Amid Iran Conflict Fallout

Diesel prices hit a record $5.85 per gallon in the U.S. amid the six-month Iran war, driving up transportation costs for goods. Trump faces pressure as sanctions and strikes fail to deter Tehran, threatening higher consumer prices. read more

2026-09-06 20:20:05

Trump Calls Iran Conflict Small Potatoes, Spars With Press

Trump calls Iran conflict "small potatoes," dismissing record deployments by citing Vietnam's length, claiming U.S. "essentially taken over" Iran. Critics cite War Powers Act violations; widow denied benefits highlights stakes. read more

2026-09-06 17:50:07

Ex-Defense Chief Warns Iran War Could Last Six More Months

Former defense secretary Leon Panetta warns the US-Iran war may last six more months, citing a "terrible stalemate" with few options. He criticizes perceived US weakness and fears a Middle East "forever war." read more

2026-09-06 17:20:07

Airmans widow fights benefits after Iran conflict denial

Airman's widow Libby Klinner fought for benefits after officials denied combat pay, citing Iran conflict "not technically a war." Viral post prompted Air Force review and Vice President Vance's promise to fix her husband's final paycheck. read more

2026-09-06 14:50:03

Vance Says China Will Help Isolate Iran Economically

JD Vance claims China will help isolate Iran economically, downplaying the conflict as "not a war," despite ongoing strikes and rising oil prices amid US-Iran hostilities. read more

2026-09-06 13:50:08

Iran Claims Strike on US Vessel in Strait of Hormuz

Iran claims it struck an unmanned U.S. vessel entering the Strait of Hormuz, escalating renewed fighting. Washington hasn't confirmed, following strikes on Iranian tankers; persistent clashes continue post-ceasefire amid collapsed nuclear negotiations. read more

2026-09-06 11:40:03

US strikes Iranian tankers after Navy ship attacks

U.S. forces struck three Iranian oil tankers after Navy warships faced missile attacks, disabling two and destroying one. CENTCOM warned it may destroy Iran's exposed oil fleet, escalating renewed conflict amid collapsed negotiations. read more

2026-09-03 21:30:04

Vance Refuses to Call Iran Conflict a War

Vice President JD Vance refused to call the Iran conflict a war, downplaying ongoing hostilities after six months of strikes costing billions and 18 lives. He dodged timeline questions, suggesting Tehran controls when fighting ends. read more

2026-09-03 10:10:04

Pentagon Extends Middle East Troop Deployment Amid Iran Conflict

Pentagon extends US troop deployment in the Middle East into next year, signaling prolonged Iran conflict. Trump threatens more strikes "any time," while Iran's currency crashes and regional tensions escalate, leaving no clear end strategy. read more

2026-09-02 16:10:04

Iran Strikes Gulf Allies After U.S. Wedding Attack

Iran attacks Gulf allies after U.S. strikes kill four at an Iranian wedding, escalating six-month conflict. Oil prices spike as Strait of Hormuz tensions rise, with both sides facing economic strain and warning of possible full-scale war. read more

2026-09-02 14:00:07

Trump Aides Seek Iran Calm Until Midterms

Trump aides seek to pause Iran conflict escalation before midterms to protect GOP, despite ongoing strikes and low public support. Economic pressure is prioritized, but escalation risks remain. read more

2026-09-02 12:20:09

US Strikes Iran Again as Hormuz Tensions Escalate

U.S. strikes hit Iranian targets after Hormuz attacks; ICE secures body cameras; Markey wins Massachusetts primary; Congress averts shutdown. Hopkins releases debut album; UTI misdiagnosis study revealed. read more

2026-09-02 10:20:08

U.S., Iran Trade Strikes Ending Month-Long Pause

U.S. strikes hit Iranian military targets after Tehran retaliated with missiles and drones, escalating six-month conflict. A wedding strike killed five civilians. Trump vows harder response, citing Hormuz control. Iran warns of devastating blows amid rising oil prices and midterm concerns. read more

2026-09-02 05:40:42

US Strikes Kill Five at Iran Wedding, Tehran Vows Revenge

US strikes on Iran kill five at a wedding party, prompting Tehran's missile retaliation on US assets. Oil prices surge amid Strait of Hormuz disruption fears. Trump calls Iran a "failed nation" as tensions escalate. read more

2026-09-01 13:40:06

Trump weighs Iran strikes amid Strait of Hormuz attacks

Trump weighs new strikes on Iran's Strait of Hormuz targets after Tehran rebuilt missile capabilities, threatening to "smack" the nation amid collapsed talks and escalating military exchanges. read more

2026-08-31 13:10:03

Trumps AI Video of Iran Attack Denied by Pentagon

Trump posted a realistic AI video falsely showing a US attack on Iran's Kharg Island, forcing the Pentagon to deny any strike. The incident highlights escalating tensions, with Iran calling the post "laughable" amid ongoing military exchanges. read more

2026-08-31 11:30:39

U.S., Iran Trade Strikes, Shattering Gulf Ceasefire

U.S. forces struck Iranian rocket launchers in the Strait of Hormuz; Iran retaliated with missiles on bases in Jordan and UAE. Tensions escalate amid sea mine fears, sanctions, and threats, though both sides avoid full war. read more

2026-08-31 10:30:03

Trump Announces Venezuelan Oil Deal Amid Iran Tensions

Trump announces a deal securing 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil, while U.S. and Iran resume strikes. House reconvenes with funding as the top priority, amid escalating international tensions. read more

2026-08-26 19:10:10

Iran strikes cause billions in US spy damage

Iranian drones and missiles have inflicted billions in damage on U.S. intelligence sites in Saudi Arabia and Iraq, depleting precision missile stockpiles amid a costly war, with 18 service members killed and no resolution in sight. read more

2026-08-26 06:10:03

Iran Keeps Hormuz Closed Despite Oman Corridor Deal

Iran insists the Strait of Hormuz remains closed despite a temporary Oman-arranged route, while Trump threatens strikes on nuclear sites and ships. Sanctions target Iran-linked firms, escalating tensions amid ongoing regional conflict. read more

2026-08-24 05:20:03

Iran Attack Crippled Navy Base, Stranding USS Lincoln Crew

USS Abraham Lincoln's 270-day deployment deteriorated after Iranian strikes destroyed a Bahrain naval base, forcing distant Diego Garcia resupply, causing food shortages, poor sanitation, and crew distress amid ongoing war. read more

2026-08-23 16:20:03

USS Lincolns 270-day deployment marred by supply failures

Iranian strikes on a key Bahrain base forced the USS Lincoln to rely on distant Diego Garcia supplies, causing food shortages and poor conditions during a record 270-day deployment. The ship now heads home. read more

2026-08-20 09:50:02

Gulf Unrest, U.S. Debt Milestone, Venezuela Oil Deals

Gulf states respond to the prolonged Iran conflict as U.S. debt surpasses $40 trillion, while American oil firms secure initial agreements with Venezuela. Economic and geopolitical tensions reshape regional alliances. read more

2026-08-19 17:10:03

U.S. Military Struggles Against Irans Cheap Warfare Strategy

U.S. military struggles against Iran due to missile shortages, extended deployments, and lost regional bases, while Iran rapidly produces cheaper weapons. Defense analyst Stacie Pettyjohn highlights these imbalances, complicating prolonged conflict strategy. read more

2026-08-19 10:30:45

Iran Threatens US Targets in Europe Amid Hormuz Crisis

Iran may strike US targets in Europe if Trump escalates conflict, per reports. Strait of Hormuz traffic remains near standstill despite Trump's claims, with few vessels transiting amid ongoing blockade and failed negotiations. read more

2026-08-18 13:10:08

US and Iran Miss Peace Deadline Amid Military Strain

U.S.-Iran peace talks missed deadline amid depleted military resources, straining Pacific presence. Kushner met Netanyahu on Gaza disarmament roadmap. Alaska, Florida, Wyoming primaries today. Tadalafil shows longevity promise. Mangione trial postponed. read more

2026-08-18 11:30:45

Ship attacked in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions

A ship was hit by a projectile exiting the Strait of Hormuz, injuring a crew member. Iran vows to keep the waterway closed until U.S. conditions are met, while Houthis claim a Saudi refinery attack. read more

2026-08-12 10:40:40

US Fires on Ship as Iran Strait Standoff Escalates

US fires on ship violating Iran blockade as Trump claims total control over Hormuz. Iran insists strait stays shut, oil rises, and Trump reveals secret plane swap over assassination threats. read more

2026-08-06 07:40:03

Families Alarmed by USS Lincoln Morale, Supply Crisis

Sailors on USS Abraham Lincoln face exhaustion, low morale, food and supply shortages amid Iran war, families warn. Crew needs port soon or mental health risks rise, raising safety concerns. read more

2026-08-05 13:10:06

OReilly haunted by Iran warning to Trump

Bill O'Reilly says he's haunted by warning Trump that attacking Iran was his "biggest gamble," as conflict enters month six amid sinking approval ratings and unclear strategy. read more

2026-08-05 10:40:03

US missile stockpiles nearly depleted after Iran war

US Army nearly exhausted its long-range ATACMS and PrSM missiles during the Iran war, limiting Trump's strike options and raising deterrence concerns amid dwindling Patriot and Tomahawk stocks. read more

2026-08-03 14:10:08

US Military Seeks Unconventional Ways to Pressure Iran

US military seeks creative strategies to punish Iran amid five-month war impasse, as Trump shows frustration over stalled talks. Iran denies negotiation claims, straining relations further. The conflict impacts global energy prices through Strait of Hormuz closure. read more

2026-08-03 12:20:03

US Military Probed Over Deadly Bombing of Iranian Family

US military faces accusations of killing a family with a 907kg bomb on Iran's Qeshm Island, prompting investigation. Centcom denies targeting civilians, while experts question the strike's necessity near homes. read more

2026-08-01 11:50:03

Trump Warns Iran Will Face More Strikes as Tensions Rise

Trump threatens new strikes on Iran as tensions escalate, with Kuwait intercepting missiles and drones. Iran accuses the US of escalating conflict. A Gaza disarmament deal emerges, while maritime incidents near Oman and the Red Sea raise shipping risks. read more

2026-08-01 09:40:37

Trump Vows More Iran Strikes as Mideast Tensions Surge

Trump threatens more strikes on Iran as U.S. presses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Kuwait faces drone attacks and Israel strikes Gaza after Hamas agrees to disarm. read more

2026-07-30 15:10:08

Middle East war spreads as Trump-Iran conflict rages

War has spread across the Middle East, with Gulf states, Iraq, Lebanon, Yemen, and Egypt targeted. Global oil supplies disrupted as US-Iran conflict enters sixth month. Strait of Hormuz blockade impacts economies worldwide. read more