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Gaza reconstruction plan under Trump’s Board of Peace reduced to pilot project: British publication

Plans for Gaza’s postwar recovery under the Board of Peace have been reduced to a limited pilot camp near Rafah, protected by an International Stabilization Force, according to reporting from Dawn, The Guardian and the Jerusalem Post. Construction has not begun, while Israeli ministers have questioned the cabinet’s approval of the pilot phase. Diplomats link slow progress to ongoing strikes and Hamas’s refusal to disarm.

3 outlets · 5 articles Jul 16

How the Strait of Hormuz is monitored as US and Iran escalate attacks

The US and Iran have exchanged strikes over control of the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran announcing its closure and the US insisting it remains open. As the conflict escalates, experts describe how the waterway is monitored through a combination of military and commercial assets, while officials on both sides trade claims about leadership and control.

4 outlets · 4 articles Jul 16

Gulf State leadership tried to dissuade Trump from implementing Hormuz tolls - report

US President Donald Trump reversed his plan to impose a 20% fee on cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz after Gulf state leaders voiced opposition. Reports indicate that advisors warned the fee could undermine US goals, and the plan was replaced with trade and investment agreements.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jul 16

US military delayed intelligence review tied to Iran's Minab school strike, CNN reports

CNN reports that US military leadership did not order a full intelligence review of the strike on a school in Minab, Iran, despite initial assessments indicating a US strike. An independent investigation was launched in March, but its results have not been released.

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US to change visa duration regulations for foreign students, journalists

The Trump administration has finalized a rule ending open-ended stays for foreign students, exchange visitors, and journalists in the US. International students and exchange visitors will be limited to four years, journalists to 240 days (90 days for Chinese nationals), with extensions possible but requiring reapplication. The move is part of a broader immigration crackdown and has drawn criticism from educators.

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Russia-China relations steam ahead on basis of friendship treaty — envoy

Russian and Chinese officials and analysts have marked the 25th anniversary of the Treaty of Good-Neighborliness, Friendship and Cooperation, emphasizing shared visions for a multipolar world and record trade growth. Russian Ambassador to China Igor Morgulov highlighted that bilateral trade could soon reach $300 billion annually, with figures showing a 25.6% increase in the first half of 2026.

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'EU doves of peace' now serving defense industry interests — Security Council

Deputy Secretary of Russia's Security Council Yury Kokov has criticized European Union leaders for prioritizing defense industry interests over citizens' welfare, referencing NATO's increased defense spending and planned aid to Ukraine. He also accused European leaders of betraying their peoples and engaging in actions against disloyal states.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 16

France explored Pegasus spyware deal despite Morocco espionage claims

A new Forbidden Stories investigation alleges Moroccan intelligence used Pegasus spyware against French officials, including PM Sébastien Lecornu, while France briefly considered purchasing the same technology. Morocco denies the accusations.

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Iran tells Houthis to close Red Sea gateway if US hits power network, sources say

Iran has instructed Yemen's Houthi movement to stand ready to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a critical Red Sea shipping route, if the US attacks Iranian power infrastructure, according to multiple sources. The threat poses a major risk to global energy supplies and shipping, with analysts warning of potential disruptions to two of the world's most vital oil arteries.

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Does Beijing own Batanes? Why Chinese scholars’ claim is a warning shot to Manila

Chinese academics at a Guangzhou symposium asserted that the Batanes Islands, a Philippine province, legally belong to Taiwan and therefore fall under Chinese sovereignty. The claim has prompted Philippine officials to express concern and call for vigilance over academic exchanges with China.

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Iranian ambassador to Tajikistan says US failed in attempts to control Strait of Hormuz

Iran's ambassador to Turkmenistan, Ali Mojtaba Rouzbehani, stated that the US has failed to dominate the Strait of Hormuz, that sanctions pressure is ineffective, and that Israel is trying to drag Washington into a full-scale regional war. His remarks, published by the Iranian embassy in Ashgabat, were reported by TASS.

1 outlet · 3 articles Jul 16

Netanyahu postpones planned visit to United States after late sen. Graham's funeral delayed

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has postponed his planned trip to Washington, DC, following the rescheduling of former US senator Lindsey Graham's funeral. The visit was expected to be his first official trip to the US since the war with Iran.

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US launches new attacks on Iran as Tehran targets Gulf sites

The United States has launched new military strikes on Iran, targeting sites near Tehran and the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps claims attacks on US assets in Gulf countries. Casualties and interceptions of missiles have been reported, with President Trump threatening further strikes if negotiations stall.

2 outlets · 5 articles Jul 16

U.S. imposing 25% tariff on some Brazilian imports starting July 22, citing unfair trade practices

The United States will impose 25% tariffs on a range of Brazilian imports starting July 22, following a year-long investigation that found unfair trade practices. Brazil has condemned the tariffs as unjust and politically motivated, and has requested WTO consultations while threatening reciprocal measures.

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Trump says Iran has freed a detained U.S. citizen

US President Donald Trump announced that Iran has released an American citizen detained since December 2024, identified by her lawyer as US-Iranian Dena Karari. However, Iran's judiciary has denied any release or exchange of American prisoners, creating a direct contradiction with Washington's claim.

6 outlets · 7 articles Jul 16

US House defeats bid to cut off Israel aid in vote dividing Democrats

The US House voted 314-104 to defeat an amendment that would have cut military aid to Israel, but more than 100 Democrats supported the measure, exposing growing divisions within the party. The near-even split among Democrats signals a shift in the party's stance on Israel, driven by changing voter attitudes and the ongoing Gaza war.

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Dar heads to Shanghai to sign Pakistan's founding membership of China-led AI body

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in Shanghai to sign an agreement making Pakistan a founding member of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO). The visit coincides with the World Artificial Intelligence Conference 2026, where China is expected to unveil its vision for global AI governance.

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S. Korea to launch sovereign AI for cybersecurity this year: science minister

South Korea will develop a sovereign AI model focused on cybersecurity by the end of 2026, responding to recent US export controls on advanced AI systems. Science Minister Bae Kyung-hoon announced the plan, highlighting the need to strengthen domestic AI capabilities amid growing digital threats.

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Toronto engulfed by wildfire smoke as US cities threatened

Wildfire smoke from northwestern Ontario has made Toronto's air quality the worst among major cities worldwide, triggering health warnings and evacuations while spreading into the northeastern United States. Over 800 active fires are burning across Canada, with more than 1.9 million hectares of land affected.

3 outlets · 3 articles Jul 16

Messi not done yet after inspiring Argentina to World Cup final

Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the World Cup semifinal, with Lionel Messi providing two assists to secure a comeback victory. The defending champions will face Spain in the final, where Messi aims to become the first captain to lift the trophy twice.

6 outlets · 10 articles Jul 16