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US returns refueling aircraft to Middle East amid escalation with Iran

Anadolu Agency

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July 8, 2026

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Israeli media says officials believe US would give green light for Israel to resume attacks against Tehran

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Iran Herald

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· Jul 8, 2026

Iran warns of "decisive actions" to safeguard national security after US moves

Tehran [Iran], July 8 (ANI): In a major diplomatic and military escalation, Iran has strongly condemned the United States' recent military actions and its decision to cancel sanctions waivers on Iranian oil exports, warning of decisive countermeasures.In a post on X, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi denounced the American moves, stating that these measures, along with the latest strikes on the c

Foreign Policy

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· Jul 9, 2026

U.S., Iran Return to the Brink of All-Out War

As both sides intensify strikes, future peace talks appear uncertain.

Off The Press

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· Jul 9, 2026

Trump says Iran called to make deal after strikes, unsure if war is back on

U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday evening that he does not know whether Washington and Iran are returning to a full-fledged war, but told reporters that Iran “badly” wants to make a deal to cease escalating hostilities in the Middle East. Trump flew back to Washington, DC, via the U.K. on Wednesday. Speaking to reporters []...Click to read more

Egypt Oil & Gas

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· Jun 21, 2026

Iraq Moves to Diversify Oil Exports via Syria Amid Hormuz Disruptions

Iraq is preparing to export crude oil and naphtha through Syrian ports after the Iran war disrupted its main Gulf shipping routes, according to Iraqi and Syrian energy officials and refinery sources, Reuters reported. The move expands an existing arrangement under which Iraq has been exporting fuel oil via Syria’s Mediterranean port of Baniyas following [] The post Iraq Moves to Diversify Oil Exports via Syria Amid Hormuz Disruptions first appeared on Egypt Oil Gas.

Hananya Naftali

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· Jul 9, 2026

[Video] The US just launched major airstrikes against Iran, hitting around 90 targets.

The US just launched major airstrikes against Iran, hitting around 90 targets. The Islamic Republic is the biggest sponsor of terrorism, and they will not stop until they are stopped. The US is finally standing up to the bullies in Tehran. Finish the job!

Tampa Free Press

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· Jun 29, 2026

Gulf Flare-Up Paused: US And Iran Agree To ‘Stand Down’ And Head To Doha After Weekend Of Strikes

The United States and Iran agreed late Sunday evening to halt military operations in the Gulf and return to diplomatic negotiations, narrowly preserving a fragile ceasefire that was signed less than two weeks ago. Washington has proposed that the new round of technical discussions take place in Doha, Qatar, with meetings starting as early as [] Gulf Flare-Up Paused: US And Iran Agree To ‘Stand Down’ And Head To Doha After Weekend Of Strikes

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Related coverage for "US returns refueling aircraft to Middle East amid escalation with Iran": Iran Herald — Iran warns of "decisive actions" to safeguard national security after US moves . Foreign Policy — U.S., Iran Return to the Brink of All-Out War. Off The Press — Trump says Iran called to make deal after strikes, unsure if war is back on. Egypt Oil & Gas — Iraq Moves to Diversify Oil Exports via Syria Amid Hormuz Disruptions. Hananya Naftali — [Video] The US just launched major airstrikes against Iran, hitting around 90 targets.. Tampa Free Press — Gulf Flare-Up Paused: US And Iran Agree To ‘Stand Down’ And Head To Doha After Weekend Of Strikes