Today in News History
On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. 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 1910, Loren Pope, American journalist and author (died 2008) was born. In 1973, Watergate scandal: Alexander Butterfield reveals the existence of a secret Oval Office taping system to investigators for the Senate Watergate Committee. 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 1985, The Live Aid benefit concert takes place in London and Philadelphia, as well as other venues such as Moscow and Sydney. In 1989, Leon Bridges, American soul singer, songwriter and record producer was born. 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 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. In 2024, Thomas Matthew Crooks, American student, known for attempting to assassinate former US President Donald Trump (born 2003) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Live updates: Trump escalates Iran tensions over death threat; Houston to probe ICE shooting
President Trump issued a stark warning to Iran late Friday, after the Islamic Republic reportedly plotted an assassination attempt against him. Trump, in a post on Truth Social, said the U.S. has missiles “Locked and Loaded” and aimed at Iran, should the regime act on its death threats. Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has...
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9 News Australia
· Jul 9, 2026
Trump declares ceasefire is ‘over’ | 9 News Australia
The United States has unleashed a new wave of strikes on Iran, as Donald Trump declares an end to the ceasefire in the Middle East. It comes as world leaders wrap up a critical NATO summit in Ankara. | *Subscribe and 🔔: http://9Soci.al/KM6e50GjSK9* *Get more breaking news at 9News.com.au: http://9Soci.al/iyCO50GjSK6* FOLLOW 9News Australia ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/9News/ ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/9NewsAUS ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9news/ Join 9News for the latest in news and events that affect you in your local city, as well as news from across Australia and the world. #9News #BreakingNews #NineNewsAustralia #9NewsAU
Financial Times
· Jul 8, 2026
US says it has launched new strikes on Iran
Attacks come after Donald Trump told a Nato summit the ceasefire with Tehran is “over”
CNN
· Jul 10, 2026
‘Looking very good’: What Trump said about Iran deal for 15 weeks
CNN’s Kasie Hunt rolls the tape on President Donald Trump’s repeated assertions about the possibility of a deal with Iran in recent months. As hostilities with Iran resume, Hunt discusses the fading possibility of a sustainable peace deal with Iran with her panel of political analysts. Also, CNN’s Jim Sciutto talks with former US ambassador to Iraq and Turkey James Jeffrey about the breakdown of Trump’s June memorandum of understanding with Iran. 0:00 What Trump has said about a potential Iran deal since March 2:29 Podcaster Joe Rogan blasts Trump’s approach to Iran 6:31 What went wrong with Trump’s memorandum of understanding with Iran? Watch 24/7 live news with CNN Headlines: https://bit.ly/4eIvlTr #Trump #Iran #News
DawnNews English
· Jul 9, 2026
Iran Launches Attacks on US Military Bases After American Strikes | Gulf Conflict Escalates | Dawn
Iran has launched attacks on US military bases following recent American strikes, marking a major escalation in tensions between Tehran and Washington. Officials are assessing the impact as regional militaries remain on high alert and governments closely monitor developments. The latest exchange has intensified concerns over security in the Gulf and the wider Middle East, raising fears of a broader regional conflict with implications for global energy markets, international shipping, and diplomatic efforts --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #iran #unitedstates #middleeast #gulf #breakingnews #geopolitics #worldnews #dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews
Al Arabiya English
· Jul 1, 2026
DEBATE: Why Are There Tensions Between Turkey And Israel? | GNT
On Global News Today on Al Arabiya English, Tom Burges Watson hosts a special debate on the rapidly evolving crisis in the Middle East, examining the latest diplomatic and security developments shaping the region. Joining Tom are Elhanan Miller, Research Fellow at the Hartman Institute in Jerusalem, and Cengiz Firat, Former Turkish Ambassador, for an in-depth discussion on the Israel-Iran conflict, regional diplomacy, the role of Türkiye, and the prospects for peace amid escalating geopolitical tensions. #Israel #Iran #Turkey #Türkiye #Geopolitics #BreakingNews #AlArabiyaEnglish #AlArabiyaNews #GlobalNews #GlobalNewsToday #GNT #MiddleEast #MiddleEastNews #Diplomacy #RegionalTensions #PeaceTalks
Ariana News
· Jul 12, 2026
Tahawol: Iranian attacks on US bases in Gulf
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NBC News
· Jul 8, 2026
Trump Says Ceasefire is ‘Over’ After US and Iran Exchange Strikes
The United States and Iran exchanged dozens of new attacks across the Middle East. Speaking at a NATO summit in Turkey, President Donald Trump says the ceasefire is “over” and is casting doubt on the future of the interim deal to end the war. NBC’s Richard Engel reports for TODAY.
DW News
· Jun 27, 2026
After tit-for-tat blows: Is the US-Iran deal on the verge of collapse? | DW News
Tensions are re-escalating between the USA and Iran after the two sides reached an agreement to end the war. Both sides exchanged strikes over three consecutive days, raising fresh concerns about stability in the Gulf. So is this just a brief escalation — or a sign of a longer-term shift that will affect energy prices for all and that means a new reality for the region? Melissa Chan speaks to Professor Simon Mabon, an expert in Middle East politics, to understand the wider implications of this most recent escalation. #USA #Iran #AirStrikes #dwnews For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1
Reuters
· Jul 8, 2026
New US attack on Iran 'absolutely necessary': NATO chief
The new attack by the US on Iran was ‘absolutely necessary,’ NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said. ‘When you have a ceasefire and Iran is basically violating the ceasefire, I think it is totally crucial that the US forcefully reacts,’ he told reporters. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #unitedstates #donaldtrump #iran #iranwar #nato #markrutte Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4wwpUOG 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en
TRT World
· Jul 9, 2026
US strikes kill 14 in Iran as Hormuz traffic grinds to halt
The conflict between the US and Iran has intensified once again. Fresh US strikes have killed at least 14 people in Iran and damaged Iran’s railway infrastructure, Iranian authorities say, as the latest escalation triggered major disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, raising fresh concerns over global energy supplies. 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
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Related coverage for "Live updates: Trump escalates Iran tensions over death threat; Houston to probe ICE shooting": 9 News Australia — Trump declares ceasefire is ‘over’ | 9 News Australia. Financial Times — US says it has launched new strikes on Iran. CNN — ‘Looking very good’: What Trump said about Iran deal for 15 weeks. DawnNews English — Iran Launches Attacks on US Military Bases After American Strikes | Gulf Conflict Escalates | Dawn. Al Arabiya English — DEBATE: Why Are There Tensions Between Turkey And Israel? | GNT. Ariana News — Tahawol: Iranian attacks on US bases in Gulf. NBC News — Trump Says Ceasefire is ‘Over’ After US and Iran Exchange Strikes. DW News — After tit-for-tat blows: Is the US-Iran deal on the verge of collapse? | DW News. Reuters — New US attack on Iran 'absolutely necessary': NATO chief. TRT World — US strikes kill 14 in Iran as Hormuz traffic grinds to halt