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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 982, Abu'l-Qasim, Kalbid emir of Sicily passed away. In 1863, American Civil War: The New York City draft riots begin three days of rioting which will later be regarded as the worst in United States history. In 1922, Helmy Afify Abd El-Bar, Egyptian military commander (died 2011) was born. In 1941, World War II: Montenegrins begin the Trinaestojulski ustanak (Thirteenth of July Uprising), a popular revolt against the Axis powers. In 1970, Leslie Groves, American general and engineer (born 1896) passed away. In 1977, New York City: Amidst a period of financial and social turmoil experiences an electrical blackout lasting nearly 24 hours that leads to widespread fires and looting. In 1990, Lenin Peak disaster: a 6.4-magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan triggers an avalanche on Lenin Peak, killing 43 climbers in the deadliest mountaineering disaster in history. In 2008, Battle of Wanat begins when Taliban and al-Qaeda guerrillas attack US Army and Afghan National Army troops in Afghanistan. The U.S. deaths were, at that time, the most in a single battle since the beginning of operations in 2001. In 2011, Mumbai is rocked by three bomb blasts during the evening rush hour, killing 26 and injuring 130. In 2024, President of the United States Donald Trump is injured in an assassination attempt while speaking at an election campaign rally near Butler, Pennsylvania. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Explosions rock US bases in Kuwait, Jordan

Mehr News Agency

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July 13, 2026

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Explosions rock US bases in Kuwait, Jordan

TEHRAN, Jul. 13 (MNA) – Powerful explosions rocked U.S. military bases in Kuwait and Jordan on Monday, with echoes heard in Iraq and flights suspended in Amman.

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Intel Slava

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· Jul 8, 2026

🇮🇷❌🇧🇭🇺🇸 — Explosions reported at the US Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain.

— Explosions reported at the US Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain.

Al Jazeera

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· Jul 8, 2026

Iran war live: US bombs Sirik, Qeshm, Bandar Abbas over Hormuz attacks

Explosions in Iran's Sirik, Bandar Abbas and Qeshm as US launches attacks after revoking waivers on Iranian oil exports.

Mehr News Agency

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· Jul 13, 2026

IRGC pounds US sites in three countries overnight

TEHRAN, Jul. 13 (MNA) – The IRGC said they struck U.S. military bases in Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait in a multi-phase retaliatory operation overnight, setting fuel and ammunition depots ablaze and destroying Patriot air defence system and a radar.

The Jerusalem Post

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· Jul 9, 2026

US reportedly strikes Bushehr nuclear power plant, over 90 sites across southern Iran

Several explosions were reported in Iran's Bushehr province after overnight US strikes, with Iranian state media later claiming a US projectile hit the perimeter of the Bushehr nuclear power plant.

Sputnik

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· Jun 22, 2026

Several People Injured in Explosion at Qatar Factory – Interior Ministry

Several people were injured in an explosion at a factory in the Ras Laffan industrial zone in Qatar, the country's Ministry of Interior said.

Al-Monitor

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· Jul 13, 2026

Iran widens attacks on US bases in Gulf, Hormuz tensions lift oil prices

By Elwely Elwelly, Eman Abouhassira and Tala RamadanDUBAI/WASHINGTON, July 13 (Reuters) - U.S. and Iranian forces exchanged heavy missile and drone attacks over the weekend and into Monday, with Tehran striking U.S. facilities across the Gulf and saying it had again closed the Strait of Hormuz, sending oil prices higher.Iran's Revolutionary Guardssaid on Monday they had targeted U.S. military facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait, destroyed radar systems in Oman, and hit fuel tanks and ammunition depots at Prince Hassan Air Base in Jordan in response to U.S. strikes.

TRT World

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· Jul 13, 2026

US says it's completed another wave of strikes against Iran

The US military says it has carried out its latest waves of strikes inside Iran. Iranian media report explosions were heard in several port cities, including Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island. Tehran says it has responded by targeting a number of facilities at a US base in Bahrain. Kristina Simich reports.

JFeed

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· Jul 7, 2026

BREAKING: Explosive Devices Detonate Near Macron’s Hotel in Damascus , 3 Killed

Multiple explosions rocked the area near Macron's Damascus hotel during his historic visit, days after a deadly cafe bombing killed nine, as Syrian authorities tighten security around the French delegation.

Sky News Australia

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· Jul 9, 2026

Massive explosions heard across Iran as fears of wider war grow

Explosions have reportedly been heard in multiple cities across Iran, according to Iranian state media. The United States has not yet confirmed whether it was behind the latest strikes, as fears mount the escalating tit-for-tat attacks could reignite a broader conflict in the Middle East. The reported blasts come after Iran targeted US military bases following dozens of American strikes on sites across Iran.

Hananya Naftali

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· Jul 9, 2026

[Photo] Explosions in the city of Kerman in southeastern Iran.

Explosions in the city of Kerman in southeastern Iran.

BBC News

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· Jul 13, 2026

US and Iran trade fire as tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz

Within hours of fresh US attacks, Iran said it had struck US military bases in Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain.

TASS

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· Jun 29, 2026

Explosion rocks Monaco, at least three wounded

Two of the victims are in critical condition

Euronews

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· Jul 9, 2026

Iran launches retaliatory strikes on Gulf states as Trump warns US bombing could get 'much worse'

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they had struck US military bases in Bahrain and Kuwait in response to fresh American strikes. They also warned their responses would expand to other bases across the region if US attacks were repeated.

Sweden Herald

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· Jun 21, 2026

Explosion in Ras Laffan industrial zone in Qatar, several injured

Explosion in Ras Laffan industrial zone in Qatar, several injured

Vision Times

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· Jun 23, 2026

Qatar Ras Laffan LNG Hub Explosion Kills 13, Injures 66

According to Reuters, an explosion occured on the evening of June 21 at the Barzan gas facility in Qatar’s Ras Laffan industrial zone, a major hub for natural gas operations. Qatari authorities reported 13 fatalities and 66 injuries. Qatar’s Minister of State for Energy Affairs and QatarEnergy CEO Saad al-Kaabi described the cause as a []

Al Arabiya English

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· Jul 8, 2026

Explosions in Bandar Abbas as US Strikes Iran

Footage shows explosions in Iran's major port city of Bandar Abbas after the United States launched extensive strikes on Iran over attacks on ships in the vital Strait of Hormuz. #US #Iran

CNN

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· Jul 9, 2026

Explosions seen in Iranian port city amid fresh US strikes

Around 10 explosions have been heard in Iran’s southern port city of Chabahar, according to Iranian state media, following renewed US strikes. after the US said it launched another round of airstrikes against the country.

AzerNews

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· Jul 8, 2026

Explosions reported in Iran's Bushehr after fresh US strikes

Explosions were heard early Wednesday in the southern Iranian city of Bushehr and surrounding areas, AzerNEWS reports via Mehr news agency.

Yemen News Agency - SABA

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions rock Syria’s capital as French President Macron visits

Explosions rock Syria’s capital as French President Macron visits

Al Bawaba

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· Jul 9, 2026

US missile falls near the Bushehr nuclear power plant

ALBAWABA - An Iranian news agency reported on Thursday that explosions were reported in the southern city of Bushehr, later confirming that a U...

Reuters

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions in Syria's Damascus during Macron visit

Bombs exploded near the hotel where Emmanuel Macron was staying in Syria, a security source said. The French president did not hear the explosions, the Elysee said, and he met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa soon afterwards. #bomb #syria #damascus #macron #explosion

Arab Times Online

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions Rock Damascus as Macron Meets Syrian Leader al-Sharaa During Historic Visit

DAMASCUS, Jul 7: Explosions were heard in the Syrian capital of Damascus on Tuesday near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was due to stay, prompting a major securit...

BERNAMA

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· Jul 9, 2026

World : Explosions Heard Along Iran's Southern Coast Near Bandar Abbas

ISTANBUL, July 9 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- Explosions were heard Thursday in coastal areas near Iran’s southern city of Bandar Abbas, with the blasts audible in parts of the city, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported, citing Iranian Mehr News Agency.

Yemen Press Agency

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· Jun 27, 2026

US base in Bahrain taken out of service after Iranian strikes

WASHINGTON, June 27 (YPA) – The US naval and air facility in Bahrain reportedly sustained significant damage during Iranian strikes, according to The Wall Street Journal’s report, raising concerns about its operational readiness. According to the report, the US Navy has not officially confirmed the extent of the reported damage. However, the newspaper said the []

Irish News

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· Jul 8, 2026

Russian attacks kill four in Ukraine as Kyiv hit for second consecutive night

Several explosions were heard shortly after midnight before authorities issued an air raid alert.

Egyptian Gazette

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· Jul 7, 2026

Blasts rock Damascus during Macron visit

Bombs exploded near the hotel where Emmanuel Macron was staying in Syria on Tuesday, a security source said, but the French president did not hear the explosions, the Elysee said, and he met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa soon afterwards. The blasts underscore the major security challenges in Syria, where Macron is the first head of [] The post Blasts rock Damascus during Macron visit appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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· Jun 22, 2026

No: 118, 22 June 2026, Regarding the Explosion in Qatar

We are deeply saddened by the loss of lives caused by an explosion that occurred yesterday (21 June) at a factory in Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar. We extend our...

Iran Herald

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· Jul 12, 2026

Iranian drones take out US HIMARS media

Tehrans strikes targeted American bases across the Middle East, killing three service members in Kuwait, Fars has reportedIranian drone strikes have destroyed a number of US HIMARS missile launcher systems in Kuwait, Fars news agency has reported. The outlet also said that three American officers were killed and several others wounded - a claim that has not been confirmed by US Central Command (

Sky News

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· Jul 7, 2026

Explosions heard near hotel where Macron staying in Syria

Explosions heard near hotel where Macron staying in Syria

Russia Today

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· Jun 21, 2026

Dozens injured or missing after explosion rocks Qatari gas hub (VIDEO)

An explosion hit Qatar’s Ras Laffan Industrial City on Sunday, with the authorities attributing the incident to a technical malfunction Read Full Article at RT.com

Haaretz

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· Jul 9, 2026

Iran's Revolutionary Guards say they attacked U.S. bases in Kuwait, Bahrain

Iran's Revolutionary Guards say they attacked U.S. bases in Kuwait, Bahrain

The Tribune

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· Jul 7, 2026

Bangladesh: 3 injured after bomb blast at student-led NCP rally near Dhaka

During a rally of the newly formed political party, the National Citizen Party (NCP), led by students opposing Sheikh Hasina, a bomb explosion occurred in Savar, near Dhaka, and this blast injured at least three people on Monday.

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