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Trump claimed Irans military capabilities have been severely weakened and suggested Washington could take control of Kharg Island, a key oil export hub, in the future
Kuwait closed its airspace for several hours because of the Thursday morning attack, but did not elaborate on any damage
Calls for sustained ceasefire in Gaza and de-escalation in West Asia at UN Security Council debate
Bill C-34, introduced by Identity and Culture Minister Marc Miller, aims to establish a legal framework to tackle online harms in Canada
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He asserted that US operations have ensured the continued movement of commercial shipping and oil through the key waterway despite Iranian opposition
Kuwait said the airspace closure followed the Iranian aggressions and potential risks to civil aviation traffic in the region
The IRGC warned that any ship attempting to pass through the strategic waterway could be targeted, raising fears of a major global oil supply disruption
Critics say the map is a case of partisan gerrymandering that weakens voter representation, while supporters argue it follows constitutional rules and meets election deadlines
The increase marks the third straight monthly gain, intensifying pressure on the Federal Reserve as it weighs interest rate decisions
US Central Command said the attacks targeted multiple Iranian sites in response to what it called continued aggression from Tehran
The State Department said embassies across Europe, West Africa, and North Africa uncovered organised schemes involving visa fraud, coaching systems, and coordinated travel arrangements
According to the U.S. Treasurys Office of Foreign Assets Control, nine of those designated are based in China and Hong Kong and were involved in facilitating procurement and financial transactions, including activity tied to a clandestine banking network
Trump said Tehran had delayed negotiations and called it all talk and no action, while hinting at possible new US strikes on Iranian infrastructure, including power plants and bridges.
India reiterates appeal for de-escalation in West Asia tensions
Speaking at the White House, he said the U.S. could resume bombing, citing Irans alleged involvement in downing an Apache helicopter in the Strait of Hormuz
Iran retaliates with attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait, further widening the retaliatory strikes that threaten to derail talks to end the war.
The rescue operation by the drone boat Corsair, developed by Saronic Technologies, was the first of its kind mission to be carried out by the US Armed Forces
The strike came in response to what the IRGC described as US attacks on several locations in southern Iran earlier in the day
Borrowers opt for higher instalments and lump-sum payments citing job security and potential return to India
Wall Street pulled back from highs on chip sector weakness despite broad gains; focus shifts to US inflation data and Fed outlook
Irans Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi urges withdrawal after Trump comments on downed US Apache helicopter in Strait of Hormuz
KOSPI drops amid US strikes on Iran; foreigners turn net sellers as bond yields edge higher
Iran's top diplomat says foreign military forces near its territory are at constant risk and later vowed that there would be a response to the new US strikes
The incident comes as Iran-Israel tensions intensify, energy markets remain unsettled and diplomatic efforts continue to secure a possible ceasefire deal
Speaking at an event on Monday, Trump predicted a swift end to the war and a subsequent fall in oil prices
This comes after the Trump administration last week moved to halt a potential loophole that may have led companies to export advanced chips such as those made by Nvidia to subsidiaries of Chinese companies located outside China.
Ukrainian forces targeted oil facilities in Russia and Crimea, escalating economic pressure amid ongoing conflict and diplomatic efforts
The programme will run from July 1 to December 31 across select US embassies and consulates, as visa processing delays continue globally
There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties, and no tsunami warning or watch was issued
The courts decision overturns a policy that had sharply reduced H-1B applications.
While announcing the pause, Tehran warned that any further aggression by Israel or its allies, including actions in southern Lebanon, would trigger a much stronger response
Han will become the countrys second female premier, assuming her appointment is approved by the national assembly, elevating a former technology executive to one of the nations highest political posts.
Despite growing support for rejoining the EU, opinion remains split along generational and party lines. Younger voters overwhelmingly favor reversing Brexit, whereas half of those ages 55 and above oppose returning to the bloc
The total pipeline of announced low-carbon industrial projects is 969 in sectors that include chemicals, aviation, cement and metals
The Goldman Sachs report followed the release of firm US job growth data for May that suggested a resilient labour market, fuelling expectations for a rate hike this year

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