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US-Iran Hormuz conflict: Blockade and economic isolation

1324 clusters · 4137 sources · last updated

Latest: Iran considers strikes on US military targets in Europe

The US–Iran maritime standoff in the Strait of Hormuz has intensified, causing significant global economic volatility. While President Trump previously claimed the strait was navigable, a diplomatic impasse has stalled r

[ACTIVE] [INTERNATIONAL] [IQ] [IR]

Iran-Iraq diplomatic and security cooperation

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated

Latest: Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf visits Baghdad to strengthen Iran-Iraq ties

Diplomatic engagement between Iran and Iraq has focused on strengthening bilateral ties and regional security. In July 2026, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf met with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Fadhil al‑Z

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US‑Saudi airstrikes on Iran‑backed militias, Iraq escalation

6 clusters · 608 sources · last updated

Latest: US and Saudi airstrikes hit Iraq's pro‑Iran militias

On 31 July, U.S. and Saudi aircraft again struck Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) positions across seven Iraqi provinces, killing at least 20 fighters and wounding 32. Saudi officials said diplomatic avenues had been ex