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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 716, Rui Zong, Chinese emperor (born 662) passed away. In 815, Wu Yuanheng, Chinese poet and politician (born 758) passed away. In 1402, Nanjing surrenders to Zhu Di without a fight, ending the Jingnan campaign. The Jianwen Emperor disappears and his family is incarcerated. In 1919, Hau Pei-tsun, 13th Premier of the Republic of China (died 2020) was born. In 1925, Huang Zongying, Chinese actress and writer (died 2020) was born. In 1950, Ma Ying-jeou, Hong Kong-Taiwanese commander and politician, 12th President of the Republic of China was born. In 1985, The Live Aid benefit concert takes place in London and Philadelphia, as well as other venues such as Moscow and Sydney. In 1985, Vice President George H. W. Bush becomes the Acting President for the day when President Ronald Reagan undergoes surgery to remove polyps from his colon. In 2011, United Nations Security Council Resolution 1999 is adopted, which admits South Sudan to member status of United Nations. In 2013, Typhoon Soulik kills at least nine people and affects more than 160 million in East China and Taiwan. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Iran Gives China Concessions for Hormuz Transits | The China Show | 7/6/2026

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Iran Gives China Concessions for Hormuz Transits | The China Show | 7/6/2026

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BERNAMA

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· Jun 26, 2026

World : CPTPP Welcomes US-Iran Agreement, Backs Hormuz Reopening

SINGAPORE, June 26 (Bernama) -- The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) has welcomed the recent US-Iran agreement, including steps towards reopening the Strait of Hormuz and restoring free and safe navigation, amid concerns over disruptions to global supply chains and energy trade.

ANTARA News

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· Jul 8, 2026

Ambassador of Kuwait hopes Indonesia-GCC FTA concluded by end of 2026

Kuwait expects the Indonesia-Gulf Cooperation Council free trade agreement to be signed by the end of 2026, a move seen ...

Tehran Times

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· Jun 22, 2026

Iran, Kurdistan region agree to organize trade at Kermanshah border

TEHRAN- In a joint meeting between officials of Iran and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq at the Sheikh Saleh border in Salas-e Babajani county, Kermanshah province, solutions for organizing border exchanges, facilitating the entry of goods, and examining the possibility of expanding agricultural product exports were discussed.

The Jerusalem Post

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· Jun 28, 2026

How is the new Israel-Lebanon agreement different from previous peace attempts? - analysis

The deal follows days of regional diplomatic developments, including a memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran and the US acknowledgment of Iran’s involvement in Lebanon.

Haaretz

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· Jun 23, 2026

Iran says 'technical talks' with U.S. conclude successfully, rejects return of nuclear inspectors

Tehran said the sides agreed on arrangements for future negotiations and confirmed the creation of committees on sanctions, the nuclear issue, economic development and implementation, while Washington tied sanctions relief to progress in truce talks

Iran Herald

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· Jul 10, 2026

US rebutes Iran's claim of having control on Strait of Hormuz

Washington DC [US], July 10 (ANI): The US Central Command on Friday rebutted claims by Iran that transit through the Strait of Hormuz is restricted to routes designated solely by Tehran.The CENTCOM said that the US has facilitated the transit of over 800 commercial vessels and 380 million barrels of crude oil, quashing Iran's claims.In a post on X, CENTCOM said, 'CLAIM: Iranian state media claims that tra

Daily NK English

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· Jul 7, 2026

China eyes new trade route linking Dandong and Dalian

China is building a new Dandong-Dalian logistics link to expand trade with North Korea. Liaoning province wants to connect the two border cities by land and sea. But some say the plan looks bigger than current trade volumes justify, a source in China told Daily NK. Officials in Liaoning province have recently been discussing the []

The Eastern Herald

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· Jul 11, 2026

Oman Proposes Two Shipping Corridors for Hormuz as Iran-US Talks Remain Unresolved

Oman presented a two-corridor Strait of Hormuz proposal at Saturday's Araghchi-Albusaidi talks in Muscat: free southern passage through Omani waters, conditional northern transit requiring Tehran's approval. Neither Iran nor the US has accepted the framework, and the strait remains closed after 133 days.

Attack the System

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· Jun 25, 2026

U.S. lifts sanctions on Iranian oil

News Updates From CLG CLG News Jun 23, 2026 All links and summaries are here. U.S. lifts sanctions on Iranian oil | 22 June 2026 | The U.S. has issued a temporary sanctions waiver for Iran’s oil sector, authorizing the production, sale, delivery, and import of Iranian crude [] The post U.S. lifts sanctions on Iranian oil first appeared on Attack the System.

Le Monde

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· Jul 8, 2026

Video: US strikes Iran in response to new attacks in Strait of Hormuz

The renewed tensions between Washington and Tehran come just 20 days after both sides signed a memorandum of understanding that was meant to guarantee the security of this shipping lane, which is crucial for global hydrocarbon trade.

TASS

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· Jun 21, 2026

US, Iran to discuss Lebanon situation first at talks — newspaper

Next, they will discuss the status of the Strait of Hormuz and Tehran’s nuclear program, the Financial Times reported

DNyuz

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· Jul 4, 2026

Iran’s envoy to China says Beijing to get Hormuz concessions

Iran’s ambassador to Beijing said China and other friendly nations will be granted “special considerations” when Tehran determines the level and nature of service fees charged to ships using the Strait of Hormuz. Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli said the critical waterway for energy supplies is now a matter of “national security” in the aftermath of the []

Off The Press

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· Jul 5, 2026

Iran ambassador: China, friendlies to get Hormuz sweetheart deals

Iran’s ambassador to Beijing said China and other friendly nations will be granted “special considerations” when Tehran determines the level and nature of service fees charged to ships using the Strait of Hormuz. Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli said the critical waterway for energy supplies is now a matter of “national security” in the aftermath of the []...Click to read more

teleSUR English

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· Jun 22, 2026

Pakistan Welcomes Progress in U.S.-Iran Talks

U.S. Vice President said that crude oil and natural gas are flowing through the Strait of Hormuz. On Monday, Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar welcomed the progress achieved during high-level technical talks between the United States and Iran in Burgenstock, Switzerland, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to facilitating dialogue. RELATED: Iran Walks []

The korea Herald News

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· Jun 23, 2026

Bessent: Iran commits to 'free, open' Hormuz transit, return of IAEA inspectors in Switzerland talks

Iran has committed to allow free and open transit in the crucial Strait of Hormuz and the return of International Atomic Energy Agency inspectors to the country, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Monday, following negotiations between Washington and Tehran over the weekend. Bessent made the remarks in a social media post after the United States and Iran, along with Pakistani and Qatari mediators, held the first round of high-level talks to negotiate a final peace agreement in Switzerlan

The Tribune

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· Jul 10, 2026

US rebutes Iran’s claim of having control on Strait of Hormuz

The US Central Command on Friday rebutted claims by Iran that transit through the Strait of Hormuz is restricted to routes designated solely by Tehran. The CENTCOM said that the US has facilitated the transit of over 800 commercial vessels and 380 million barrels of crude oil, quashing Iran's claims.

Seeking Alpha

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· Jul 9, 2026

Oil Prices Still Offer Relief For Asia, But No Policy Pivot

Oil Prices Still Offer Relief For Asia, But No Policy Pivot

Yemen News Agency - SABA

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· Jul 8, 2026

Foreign Ministers of Iran, Qatar Discuss Regional Developments & Recent Events in Strait of Hormuz

Foreign Ministers of Iran, Qatar Discuss Regional Developments & Recent Events in Strait of Hormuz

Trend News Agency

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· Jun 22, 2026

Tehran prioritizes regional co-op for transit of Turkmen gas via Iranian infrastructure (Exclusive)

Tehran prioritizes regional co-op for transit of Turkmen gas via Iranian infrastructure (Exclusive)

Al-Monitor

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· Jun 25, 2026

US says wants deal with Iran, but not 'at any price'

Top US diplomat Marco Rubio said Thursday that there were limits to what Washington would accept in any deal with Iran, warning that permitting Tehran to charge fees in the Strait of Hormuz would open the door to total chaos.Rubio was in Bahrain as part of a regional tour to reassure Gulf partners hit hard by Iran during the Middle East war, which began on February 28 with a massive US-Israeli campaign of strikes against the Islamic republic.

Breakthrough News

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· Jun 24, 2026

Israel and Lebanese state in new talks as ceasefire hangs in the balance

The latest developments in Lebanon showcased that direct negotiations with Tel Aviv are fruitless, and that only Iran has been able to secure a ceasefire there by using the Strait of Hormuz as leverage. elevation , June 24, 2026

The Japan Times

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· Jun 23, 2026

Unraveling U.S. sanctions on Iran unlikely to be quick or easy

At issue is whether an interim U.S. deal with Iran can translate into lasting economic relief.

The Cradle

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· Jun 26, 2026

Hormuz oil traffic hits new peak since start of US-Israeli war on Iran

Iranian officials have explicitly warned that safe transit through the strait requires full coordination with Tehran

Hindustan Times

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· Jun 22, 2026

High-level panel for final deal, Lebanon truce, Hormuz safety: Takeaways from Round 1 of US-Iran talks

High-level panel for final deal, Lebanon truce, Hormuz safety: Takeaways from Round 1 of US-Iran talks

Al Arabiya English

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· Jun 23, 2026

Will Iran Get Sanctions Relief?

"No sanctions are being IMMEDIATELY lifted." Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar explains how sanctions, Iran's nuclear program, and Lebanon will be negotiated together during the next phase of the US-Iran talks.

Atlantic Council

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· Jul 2, 2026

With US sanctions temporarily lifted, is Iranian crude back on the menu?

The US-Iran deal waives sanctions on Iranian oil sales, but Washington will need further steps to meaningfully shift global crude trade and ensure clearer visibility into Iranian oil transactions. The post With US sanctions temporarily lifted, is Iranian crude back on the menu? appeared first on Atlantic Council.

Hananya Naftali

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· Jul 7, 2026

[Photo] While the world focuses on Israel, the Islamic Republic of Iran is attacking global sh [...]

While the world focuses on Israel, the Islamic Republic of Iran is attacking global shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz. This is not a ceasefire deal, so far it looks like a Western SURRENDER deal to Iran. They get to do whatever they want, and the only ones who are told to cease the fire are the good guys.

Korea Times News

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· Jun 22, 2026

Bessent: Iran commits to 'free, open' Hormuz transit, IAEA inspections in talks

Bessent: Iran commits to 'free, open' Hormuz transit, IAEA inspections in talks

Middle East Eye

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· Jun 22, 2026

Pakistan and Qatar announce roadmap towards final US-Iran agreement

Pakistan and Qatar announce roadmap towards final US-Iran agreement Pakistan and Qatar said talks between the United States and Iran in Switzerland were conducted in a positive and constructive atmosphere, with mediators reporting encouraging progress on several key issues. In a joint statement, the two countries said the parties had agreed to create a mechanism for further technical talks as efforts continue to build on the memorandum of understanding reached earlier. The statement said a High-Level Committee would be established to provide political oversight of the mediation process, with chief negotiators reporting regularly and leading working groups focused on nuclear issues, sanctions, and monitoring and dispute resolution. The committee has also agreed on a roadmap aimed at reaching a final agreement within 60 days. In addition, the parties established a direct communication channel intended to prevent incidents and misunderstandings and help ensure the safe passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.

Mehr News Agency

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· Jul 12, 2026

Iran, Oman coordinating future arrangements in Hormuz Strait

TEHRAN, Jul. 12 (MNA) – Iran and Oman held talks on coordinating future arrangements for managing maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, focusing on shipping security, sovereign rights of the two states, and implementation of Islamabad MoU.

The Hill

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· Jun 22, 2026

Treasury Department issues temporary license for Iranian oil sales

The Treasury Department on Monday move to temporarily allow the sale of Iranian oil, issuing a 60 day “general license” that lifts restrictions normally in place on the commodity. “In line with the ongoing productive talks in Switzerland, Iran has committed to free and open transit in the Strait of Hormuz and to permit International...

Townhall

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· Jun 22, 2026

We Have an Update on the Iran Negotiations

We Have an Update on the Iran Negotiations

Arab Times Online

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· Jun 23, 2026

Oman, Iran Discuss Toll-Free Passage Through Strait of Hormuz

MUSCAT, Jun 23: Oman’s foreign minister said talks with senior Iranian officials in Muscat focused on ensuring toll-free and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, a key provis...

Al Jazeera

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· Jun 28, 2026

The US-Iran MoU: A mirage of an agreement

Both Washington and Tehran know that current deal will not lead to lasting peace. It is merely a strategic pause

ING Think

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· Jul 9, 2026

Oil off its highs but risks return

Oil prices came under significant pressure following the temporary deal between the US and Iran. But the recent flare-up in hostilities poses risks. The key factors for the outlook remain the sustainability of the Persian Gulf supply recovery and how soon Chinese buying returns to the market

TRT World

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· Jul 1, 2026

Tehran has no meetings scheduled with US in Doha: Spokesperson

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said Tehran has no meetings scheduled with US officials in Doha, stressing that Iran "had no plans in the first place" to meet the American side over the next few days. He said discussions expected in Qatar would instead focus on implementing provisions of the recent memorandum of understanding, including the release of Iran's restricted assets, and would be held with Qatari officials. Subscribe: http://trt.world/subscribe Livestream: http://trt.world/ytlive Facebook: http://trt.world/facebook X (Twitter): http://trt.world/twitter Instagram: http://trt.world/instagram TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@trtworld WhatsApp: trtworld.com/whatsapp Telegram: https://t.me/trtworld Visit our website: http://trt.world

UPI

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· Jun 21, 2026

Iran: U.S. sanctions against its oil exports discussed at Swiss talks

Iran: U.S. sanctions against its oil exports discussed at Swiss talks

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