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The Latest Breaking News from Iran

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4h ago Two Iranian men charged over alleged terror plot targeting Manchester’s Jewish community
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4h ago DOE Engineer Arrested for Allegedly Helping Iran-Backed Houthis From Inside the U.S.
5h ago RAF Fairford Mystery Deepens After Suspect Called 999 Before Police Raids; No Bombs Found
5h ago Tensions Between The U.S. And Iran Are Escalating Again. Washington Is Moving More Patriot Systems to the Middle East.

Trump’s Former Counterterrorism Chief Warns Against Iran Economic Measures, Citing Risk to US Troops—Backs Sanctions Relief to Reopen Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump‘s former counterterrorism chief Joe Kent has warned against Washington’s threat to impose “crushing economic” measures against Iran, reiterating that the U.S. should provide sanctions relief to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Benzinga · Aug 20

Pentagon weighs scaling back US military presence across Persian Gulf: Report

The Pentagon is assessing options to reduce its military presence in the Persian Gulf. Extensive damage from the Iran conflict has prompted this re-evaluation of regional security. Officials are considering repositioning forces further west to minimize exposure to strikes. This potential drawdown carries significant implications for Gulf partners who rely…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Iran-US war latest: Tehran accuses Trump of ‘economic terrorism’ after he vows to crush it with sanctions

Over 750 members of the US military have been injured since the Iran war began

The Independent UK · Aug 20

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Trump officials worked with Iran on deportation lists as tensions exploded, emails reveal

Emails reveal that Iranian officials had significant influence over which Iranian immigrants in the U.S. were sent back to their home country in 2025, despite tensions between the countries

The Independent UK · Aug 20

Who’s who in Iran’s new hardline security leadership

Earlier this month Iranian supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei reshuffled Tehran’s top security team, putting his own personal stamp on the appointments and readying the Islamic republic for a long-term confrontation with the United States.

Bangkok Post · Aug 20

Iran goes on offensive as diplomacy with US stalls

Six months into its war with the United States, Iran's military has begun signalling a shift from retaliation to offence, which analysts say could reflect Tehran's belief it holds leverage to advance its demands and break the stalemate. Ahmad Zeidabadi, a Tehran-based international relations expert, believes the shift reflects Tehran's…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Trump Threatens Iran With 'the Most Crushing Economic Operation Ever': Warns Nations of 'Tremendous' Consequences for Providing Help to Tehran

President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced what he called the “most crushing economic operation ever taken against any country,” targeting Iran and warning that any nation providing Tehran a financial “lifeline” would face severe consequences.

Benzinga · Aug 20

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Oil prices steady as investors assess US-Iran war outlook

Oil prices stabilized as market participants evaluated the potential implications of the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict. Shipping activity in the Strait of Hormuz faced disruptions due to rising tensions in the region. Last week's data revealed an increase in crude and gasoline inventories in the United States. Heightened volatility from conflicts…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Trump declares 'Economic D-Day' against Iran, warns nations aiding Tehran of 'tremendous' consequences

President Trump announced a severe economic operation targeting Iran's financial lifelines. He warned any nation aiding Iran would face significant economic consequences. This campaign aims to isolate Iran and halt its global terror projection. The conflict with Iran nears its sixth month without resolution. Washington possesses further sanctions options if…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Trump announces ‘most crushing’ economic operation against Iran, warns countries aiding Tehran

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced what he called the “most crushing economic operation” ever imposed against a country, targeting Iran with an unprecedented campaign of economic warfare and isolation while warning nations providing Tehran with financial or commercial support of “tremendous” consequences.

The Times of India · Aug 20

Trump threatens ‘tremendous economic consequences’ for nations aiding Iran

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The Independent UK · Aug 19

Trump Rules Out Iran Ceasefire Extension as Hormuz Standoff Keeps Gas Prices High

Trump won't extend the Iran ceasefire past Monday's deadline. The Hormuz standoff behind it is keeping gas prices high for Latino drivers.

Latin Times · Aug 19

Live: Fresh US aircraft carrier strike group arrives in Middle East

The USS George Washington aircraft carrier strike group has arrived in the Middle East, the US military announced Thursday. The aircraft carrier will replace the long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln after apparently deteriorating living conditions on board sparked fresh criticism of President Donald Trump's war against Iran. Follow our liveblog for…

France 24 · Aug 19

Stocks Finish Mixed as Bond Yields Fall and Chipmakers Slide

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) closed up by +0.21% on Wednesday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up by +0.22%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down by -0.22%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) rose +0.20%, and September E-mini...

Barchart · Aug 19

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Reason · Aug 19

ICE Handed Over Specific Iranians at the Islamic Republic's Request

Newly released FOIA files reveal a back channel between ICE's office in Israel, the Qatari government, and the Islamic Republic.

Barchart · Aug 19

Heightened Middle East Tensions Boost Crude Oil Prices

September WTI crude oil (CLU26) closed up +0.89 (+1.05%) on Wednesday, and September RBOB gasoline (RBU26) closed down -0.0466 (-1.41%). Crude oil and gasoline prices settled mixed on Wednesday, with crude oil posting a 4-week high. Wednesday’s sharp decline in the dollar index ($DXY ) to a 2.5-month low was...

International Business Times UK · Aug 19

Energy Bills Rocket by £221 as UK Inflation Hits 2.9% in Fresh Blow for Millions of Households

UK inflation rose to 2.9% in July, driven by increased energy bills due to global tensions. The Bank of England maintains interest rates, while government measures aim to ease household pressures.

International Business Times UK · Aug 19

Is Iran Losing Control of the Strait of Hormuz? Ship Traffic Plunges Despite Trump's Claim It Is Fully Open

Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has drastically decreased, contradicting US claims of normalcy, as US-Iran tensions persist without resolution, impacting global oil supply routes.

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International Business Times · Aug 19

Iran Again Targeted The UAE With Missiles. Abu Dhabi Now Suspended Trade With Tehran.

Both missiles failed to cause any damage or casualties, but marked a return to active conflict after more than three months.

The Economic Times · Aug 19

New rung on Iran's escalation ladder: A smart tactic or NATO war?

Iran reportedly considers attacking US military sites in Europe as a warning. This strategy aims to deter Washington from escalating its conflict with Tehran. Such actions could expose US forces and logistics across a wider geography. European nations might question hosting American troops due to retaliation risks. Iran seeks to…

The Independent UK · Aug 19

Trump unveils latest construction obsession with hardhat tour of White House helipad: ‘Real artists’

Trump takes time from his day to marvel at the granite and grass being used in his White House makeover

The Economic Times · Aug 19

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday

Indian equities extended losses for a seventh session as rising oil prices and US-Iran tensions heightened risk aversion. Nifty fell to 24,078, while Sensex declined 326 points. Analysts flagged 24,000-24,050 as crucial support, with weak breadth favouring bears.

The Times of India · Aug 19

Pentagon weighs reducing Gulf troop presence as Iran war cost hits $37.5 bn : Report

The Pentagon is weighing whether the United States should maintain a smaller military presence in the Persian Gulf after the Iran war, as per a Washington Post report. The scale of damage to American bases has forced Washington to reconsider a decades-old security posture in the region.

Barchart · Aug 19

Crude Prices Supported by Dollar Weakness and Middle East Tensions

September WTI crude oil (CLU26) is up +1.42 (+1.67%) on Tuesday, and September RBOB gasoline (RBU26) is down -0.0122 (-0.37%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are mixed today, with crude oil posting a 3-week high. Today’s sharp decline in the dollar index ($DXY ) to a 2.5-month low is bullish...

Barchart · Aug 19

Stocks Supported by Lower Bond Yields

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is up by +0.58% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up by +0.55%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up by +0.07%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are up +0.61%, and September E-mini...

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