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US strikes more than 90 Iranian military targets on Kharg Island, CENTCOM says
The U.S. military struck more than 90 Iranian military targets on Kharg Island in a large-scale precision operation, according to U.S. Central Command. The assault marks a dramatic escalation in direct military confrontation with Iran, targeting one of the country's most strategically significant locations. Kharg Island handles the vast majority of Iran's oil exports, making the strike a potential blow to both its military capacity and economic lifeline.
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Fuel shortages from Middle East war begin to threaten global food supply
Escalating conflict in the Middle East is disrupting fuel supplies critical to global shipping lanes, with ripple effects now reaching food markets worldwide. The Asia-Pacific region faces the sharpest exposure, given its heavy reliance on commodity imports routed through Middle Eastern corridors. If supply chain disruptions persist, rising transport costs could translate directly into higher food prices for billions of people.
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US attacks Iran’s Kharg Island, Trump says
The United States has struck Kharg Island, Iran's critical oil export hub, according to President Trump. The attack targets the nerve center of Iran's petroleum industry, through which the vast majority of the country's oil exports flow. If confirmed, the strike represents a dramatic escalation with potentially significant consequences for global energy markets.
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Smoke seen rising from US embassy in Baghdad
Smoke was seen rising from the U.S. embassy compound in Baghdad following a reported attack, with footage circulating on social media appearing to confirm the incident. The embassy, located in the heavily fortified Green Zone, has been a frequent target of rocket and drone strikes amid heightened regional tensions. Details on casualties and the source of the attack remain unclear.
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Trump posts bombing video after saying US hit Kharg Island
The United States has struck Iran's Kharg Island, a critical hub handling the vast majority of Iran's oil exports, marking a significant escalation in direct military confrontation with Tehran. Trump posted footage of the strikes on social media shortly after announcing the operation. The attack threatens to severely disrupt global oil markets and signals a dramatic shift in U.S. military posture toward Iran.
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