After nearly two weeks of withering attacks, the Islamic Republic is weaker than it has been at any point in its history. U.S. and Israeli strikes have killed much of its leadership, including Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, destroyed much of its…
Category: 1. Iran
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Iran escalates war at sea as ships burn in Strait of Hormuz, oil surges past $100
(TNND) — The war with Iran has spread to the seas, with three more merchant vessels struck overnight in the Strait of Hormuz, including a container ship that caught fire, according to UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).
“The Master has…
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European countries to release oil reserve as Mideast conflict rattles energy markets
A group of European countries, including Britain, France and Germany, have announced plans to release emergency oil stocks after the International Energy Agency (IEA) recommended a record drawdown from reserves to help calm surging energy prices…
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Congress To Be Briefed As Probe Examines Iran School Strike, Sources Tell RFE/RL
WASHINGTON — A final assessment by US military officials of events surrounding a deadly missile strike on an Iranian girls’ school will be shared with Congress in the coming days, sources told RFE/RL amid growing reports that the attack was…
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U.S. to Release 172 Million Barrels From Strategic Oil Reserve Amid War
The U.S. Department of Energy said the United States will release 172 million barrels of oil into its transportation and distribution ne …
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EU sees no immediate oil supply concerns despite Iran disruption – Reuters
EU sees no immediate oil supply concerns despite Iran disruption Reuters
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First message from Iran's new supreme leader to be released soon – Reuters
First message from Iran’s new supreme leader to be released soon Reuters
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Iran women’s football team kept under tight security in Kuala Lumpur
Despite the pressure, at least seven players managed to escape and seek safety in Australia following a series of events involving planning, outside help and a moment of chaos during the AFC Asian Cup held in Gold Coast.
Their situation became…
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Iran’s attacks on shipping send oil prices up again
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran’s unrelenting attacks on shipping traffic and energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf pushed oil back above $100 a barrel on Thursday, as American and Israeli…
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How the Iran war could hit gas prices, airfare and everyday costs – The Washington Post
How the Iran war could hit gas prices, airfare and everyday costs The Washington Post
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