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Politics · Middle EastJD Vance: US Middle East policy must not be subservient to Israel
US Vice President JD Vance said American policy in the Middle East cannot be made subservient to Israel. He argued that President Trump has shown a greater willingness than other recent presidents to diverge from Israeli interests when they conflict with American ones.
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Politics · Middle EastIran's nuclear chief denied entry to IAEA meeting in Vienna
Mohammad Eslami, head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization, was prevented from attending an IAEA meeting in Vienna. Austria cited a UN travel ban, while Iran accused the US of pressuring Vienna to deny the visa.
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Kushner: US leveraged Israel's Doha strike isolation for Gaza deal
Jared Kushner stated the US administration used Israel's international isolation after a September 2025 strike in Doha, Qatar, to pressure the country into accepting a Gaza deal. The strike targeted Hamas leaders and was described by Kushner as a military failure.
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Conflict & Security · Latin AmericaUS State Department approves $140m Black Hawk sale to Argentina
The US State Department has approved the sale of four UH-60L Black Hawk helicopters and related equipment to Argentina for an estimated $140 million. The deal aims to bolster Argentina's military capabilities and aligns with US foreign policy goals.
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Politics · Latin AmericaRubio pledges no unilateral US military action against drug traffickers
Secretary of State Marco Rubio pledged that the U.S. would not take military action against drug traffickers in Latin American countries without the approval of its allies. This comes amid a yearlong U.S. campaign of strikes against alleged drug boats in international waters.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastRubio claims Iran behind Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has claimed Iran is behind recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, stating the rebels act as proxies for Tehran. The conflict is occurring amid broader regional tensions and uncertainty in oil exports.
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Politics · Latin AmericaUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio to visit Colombia, Ecuador, Peru
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru between September 8 and 10. He will meet with the presidents of each country to discuss cooperation on fighting narcoterrorism, strengthening trade, and supporting Colombia's earthquake recovery.
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Politics · Middle EastEU joins US sanctions campaign against Iran
The European Union has officially joined the U.S.-led 'Operation Economic Outcast' sanctions campaign against Iran, announced U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Iran's foreign ministry called the move 'economic terrorism.' U.S. Central Command reported actions in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesUS State Department approves $800 million Iraq helicopter sale
The U.S. State Department has approved a potential $800 million sale of military helicopters and related equipment to Iraq. The deal aims to enhance Iraq's defence capabilities and is expected to involve Bell Textron as the main contractor.
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Politics · United KingdomTrump reviews US stance on Falklands sovereignty
US President Donald Trump has indicated his administration is reviewing the United States' position on the sovereignty of the Falkland Islands. This potential shift from a long-standing policy of neutrality could have significant diplomatic implications for the dispute between the United Kingdom and Argentina.
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US war aims shift six months into Iran conflict
Six months after launching a war with Iran, the United States has seen its objectives shift. Reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil shipping lane, is now a key goal, while original aims like preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and destroying its missile capabilities remain unfulfilled.
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Politics · Middle EastUS sanctions Wellbred Capital over alleged Iran oil ties
The United States has imposed sanctions on Singapore-based Wellbred Capital and its associated firms in the UAE and Switzerland. The Treasury Department alleges the company has ties to Iranian oil shipping magnate Mohammad Hossein Shamkhani.
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US removes Syria from State Sponsors of Terrorism list
The US State Department has removed Syria from its list of State Sponsors of Terrorism, a designation it held for 47 years. The move, announced on Monday, also saw Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham removed from a US terrorist list. The designation imposed restrictions on foreign assistance, defence exports, and financial transactions.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastIran's rial drops below 2 million to dollar amid new US sanctions
Iran's currency, the rial, has reached a historic low, trading at over 2 million to the U.S. dollar on the open market. This comes as the United States prepares to announce new sanctions aimed at increasing economic pressure on Iran.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS envoy calls Israeli strikes in Syria 'unnecessary escalation'
US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack has labelled Israeli airstrikes on the Abu al-Duhur military airfield in Syria an 'unnecessary escalation'. Syrian state media reported eight strikes hit the runway and storage facility with no casualties. The incident has raised concerns about regional stability.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS approves $4.5bn sale of refueling aircraft to Qatar
The US State Department has approved a possible $4.5 billion sale of military equipment to Qatar, including four Boeing KC-46A Pegasus aerial refueling aircraft. The deal is part of the Foreign Military Sales process and would give Qatar its own refueling capability.
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Kushner sets 30-day deadline for Hamas disarmament or renewed Israeli strikes
Jared Kushner stated Hamas must disarm within 30 days or face Israeli military action, with US backing. He said Gaza reconstruction depends on demilitarisation, after meeting Netanyahu in Jerusalem. Hamas officials reportedly pledged cooperation, but Kushner expressed distrust.
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Politics · Middle EastKushner and Netanyahu agree Gaza working groups for Hamas disarmament
Jared Kushner and Benjamin Netanyahu met in Jerusalem to establish working groups on Hamas disarmament and Gaza sanitation. Israel insists on verification by a US general; Hamas says it will disarm only after Israel withdraws.
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Politics · Middle EastEight Muslim-majority states condemn Israel over rejected Gaza peace plan
The foreign ministers of eight Muslim-majority countries issued a joint statement on 16 August 2026 condemning Israel’s rejection of US President Donald Trump’s 15-point plan for Gaza. Israel insists no military pullout will occur until Hamas is fully disarmed, while the signatories say the refusal undermines peace efforts.
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Politics · Middle EastJared Kushner to meet Hamas leaders in Egypt before Israel talks
Jared Kushner, the US envoy and son-in-law of President Donald Trump, is scheduled to meet Hamas leadership in Egypt as part of a Middle East peace initiative. The meeting, confirmed by Hamas sources, precedes Kushner’s planned talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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