Iran-US war latest: Tehran insists Strait of Hormuz is still closed despite ‘understanding’ with Oman
Trump threatens to launch new strikes on nuclear site as well as Iranian military ships in the key waterway
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independent.co.uk
26.08.2026
Two Dan Sullivans to appear on Alaska’s US Senate ballot in November’s midterm elections
The incumbent senator Dan S Sullivan has condemned ex-school teacher Dan J Sullivan, claiming he is running at the behest of Democrats to confuse supportersRepublican senator Dan S Sullivan will be jo
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theguardian.com
26.08.2026
Iraq may show how U.S. can squeeze Iran’s trade partners
Iraq, which has more than $100 billion in reserves held in the U.S., is a rare ally of both Washington and Tehran.
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japantimes.co.jp
26.08.2026
Honda eyes U.S. to build newest factory, top executive says
The carmaker is seeking to expand its lineup of gas-electric hybrids models from 2030.
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japantimes.co.jp
26.08.2026
US halts all immigrant visa applications amid tightening restrictions
Move by state department to limit access is part of Trump’s crackdown on both lawful and undocumented immigrationAll US immigrant visa applications have been paused by the Trump administration as the
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theguardian.com
26.08.2026
Canada imposes tariffs of up to 50% on billions in U.S. imports
A deepening trade war between the U.S. and Canada is once again driving up the cost of goods crossing the northern border. After the Trump administration imposed a 50% tariff on many Canadian products
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cbsnews.com
26.08.2026
Record-breaking heat dome expected to bring dangerous temperatures to US south-west
As wildfires rage and intense heat builds across the region, daytime highs of 110-11F (43-46C) are forecastSurging temperatures are expected to broil more than 45 million people as a heat dome settles
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theguardian.com
26.08.2026
Carney matches Trump tariffs with 50% tax on U.S. dairy, steel
The retaliatory levies will affect $20 billion worth of annual U.S. exports to Canada.
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japantimes.co.jp
26.08.2026
Xi signals defiance as U.S. threatens sanctions for Iran support
Beijing said its relationship with Iran "should not be disrupted or undermined" and that China will take "all necessary measures" to safeguard its interests.
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japantimes.co.jp
26.08.2026
U.S. spy chief visits Russia for unannounced meetings
The visit would be the first known visit to the Russian capital by a U.S. spy chief since November 2021.
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japantimes.co.jp
26.08.2026
Oil prices fall for second day as US shifts from Iran strikes to sanctions
Oil prices fell for a second straight day on Tuesday as traders saw a reduced risk of renewed US military strikes on Iran after Washington instead threatened broader economic sanctions. Treasury Secre
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france24.com
25.08.2026
US-led Gaza peace board warns Hamas over kites after Israeli threat
The US-led board overseeing the Gaza peace plan warned Hamas on Tuesday to halt militant activity, including flying kites, after Israel threatened retaliatory strikes. A Board of Peace official said I
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france24.com
25.08.2026
US judge blocks Ohio law requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote
The amended law was an attempt by state Republicans to crack down on unproven claims of voting by noncitizens.
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aljazeera.com
25.08.2026
US soldier who called for Trump impeachment facing military charges
Major Jason Watson faces charges under rarely-used military law prohibiting criticism of the US president.
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aljazeera.com
25.08.2026
US lawmakers urge Trump team to free of American student held by Israel
Congress members call on Marco Rubio to 'use every tool' at his disposal to secure release of 20-year-old Sama Safi.
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aljazeera.com
25.08.2026
New US sanctions signal Trump desperation on Iran, experts say
Economic escalation is unlikely to force the Iranian government to capitulate to US demands, according to experts.
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aljazeera.com
25.08.2026
Wife of US soldier deported after Trump rollback on military family protections
Cristy Maryori Villafranca-Trejo, deported to Honduras, is latest military spouse to face removal amid Trump 2.0The wife of an active-duty US soldier was deported on Monday to her native Honduras, acc
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theguardian.com
25.08.2026
Dolly Parton, beloved US country music icon, dies at 80
Parton won worldwide acclaim for her songwriting, colorful public persona, and reputation for warmth and generosity.
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aljazeera.com
25.08.2026
‘Lake America’: Trump Floats Renaming Lake Ontario Amid Canada Tensions
The U.S. President’s threat to rename the Great Lake is reminiscent of his previous push to call the Gulf of Mexico the “Gulf of America.”
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time.com
25.08.2026
Video: US country music legend Dolly Parton dies
US country music star Dolly Parton has died aged 80, her family have announced in a video on social media.
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aljazeera.com
25.08.2026