Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 70, The armies of Titus attack the walls of Jerusalem after a six-month siege. Three days later they breach the walls, which enables the army to destroy the Second Temple. In 1191, Third Crusade: Saladin's garrison surrenders to Philip Augustus, ending the two-year siege of Acre. In 1812, The American Army of the Northwest briefly occupies the Upper Canadian settlement at what is now at Windsor, Ontario. In 1862, The Medal of Honor is authorized by the United States Congress. In 1943, World War II: Battle of Kursk: German and Soviet forces engage in the Battle of Prokhorovka, one of the largest armored engagements of all time. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. In 2007, U.S. Army Apache helicopters engage in airstrikes against armed insurgents in Baghdad, Iraq, where civilians are killed; footage from the cockpit is later leaked to the Internet. In 2012, Syrian Civil War: Government forces target the homes of rebels and activists in Tremseh and kill anywhere between 68 and 150 people. In 2012, A tank truck explosion kills more than 100 people in Okobie, Nigeria. In 2012, Hamid Samandarian, Iranian director and playwright (born 1931) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Iraq Agrees to Curb Dollar Flows to Iran-Backed Militias
BAGHDAD, July 8: Iraq has agreed to tighten financial controls to prevent US dollars from reaching Iran and Iran-backed militias in exchange for the Trump administration resuming c...
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Off The Press
· Jun 23, 2026
Trump, Vance Tout Iran Deal as Payday for US Farmers, but Iran Denies It
President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance say their interim deal to end the war with Iran will deliver a financial windfall to American farmers. But the Iranians deny it. And, in the absence of more details, sanctions experts are flummoxed over exactly how billions of dollars’ worth of Iranian assets would make their []...Click to read more
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· Jun 22, 2026
Pound Weakens Amid Starmer Resignation; Iran Cites Peace Talk Progress | Bloomberg Brief 6/22/2026
US equity futures waver and oil dips as Iran cites major progress in peace talks with the US. The pound falls against major currencies as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces his resignation. Monica Defend of Amundi Investment Institute looks ahead to a busy week of economic data. (Source: Bloomberg)
Fox News
· Jul 10, 2026
WATCH: Trump's Energy chief reveals what escalating Iran tensions could mean for gas prices
Chris Wright says the U.S. military, not good behavior from Iran, ensures oil still flows through the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions.
Drop Site News
· Jun 23, 2026
U.S. eases Iran oil sanctions; “Alarming indications” of “imminent mass atrocities” in Sudan; Enrollment in Medicaid and ACA drops by 5 million
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KSAT San Antonio
· Jul 9, 2026
Global markets are mixed and oil prices rise as Iran and US launch new attacks
U.S. markets are mixed and oil prices rose modestly as Iran and the U.S. launched fresh attacks in the Middle East that threatened a deal intended to help end the war.
CoinDesk
· Jul 8, 2026
Bitcoin under pressure as U.S.-Iran escalation lifts oil
Bitcoin under pressure as U.S.-Iran escalation lifts oil
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Related coverage for "Iraq Agrees to Curb Dollar Flows to Iran-Backed Militias": Off The Press — Trump, Vance Tout Iran Deal as Payday for US Farmers, but Iran Denies It. Bloomberg — Pound Weakens Amid Starmer Resignation; Iran Cites Peace Talk Progress | Bloomberg Brief 6/22/2026. Fox News — WATCH: Trump's Energy chief reveals what escalating Iran tensions could mean for gas prices. Drop Site News — U.S. eases Iran oil sanctions; “Alarming indications” of “imminent mass atrocities” in Sudan; Enrollment in Medicaid and ACA drops by 5 million. KSAT San Antonio — Global markets are mixed and oil prices rise as Iran and US launch new attacks. CoinDesk — Bitcoin under pressure as U.S.-Iran escalation lifts oil