Today in News History
On June 19, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1800, War of the Second Coalition Battle of Höchstädt results in a French victory over Austria. In 1875, The Herzegovinian rebellion against the Ottoman Empire begins. In 1939, Bernd Hoss, German footballer and manager (died 2016) was born. In 1951, Ayman al-Zawahiri, Egyptian terrorist (died 2022) was born. In 1957, Subcomandante Marcos, Mexican insurgent and EZLN leader was born. In 1961, Kuwait declares independence from the United Kingdom. In 1963, Margarita Ponomaryova, Russian hurdler was born. In 2007, Ze'ev Schiff, Israeli journalist and author (born 1932) passed away. In 2007, Terry Hoeppner, American football player and coach (born 1947) passed away. In 2009, War in North-West Pakistan: The Pakistani Armed Forces open Operation Rah-e-Nijat against the Taliban and other Islamist rebels in the South Waziristan area of the Federally Administered Tribal Areas. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Iran waives Strait of Hormuz fees during 60-day peace negotiation period

Iran’s Strait of Hormuz body said on Friday it would waive planned fees to use the strait during a 60-day negotiation period under the memorandum of understanding signed with the United States this week. Ships seeking passage through the strait while the interim agreement was in force must submit transit requests at least 48 hours before arrival, Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority said in a notice. Iran will waive fees for security, safety, environmental services and related...
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