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Kyrgyzstan has temporarily suspended exports of crude oil and petroleum products by road and rail to safeguard domestic ...
07/15/2026

Kyrgyzstan has temporarily suspended exports of crude oil and petroleum products by road and rail to safeguard domestic fuel availability. Officials say the restrictions will remain until the country's energy needs are fully met or a unified petroleum market is established within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). While some refined fuel exports for processing are exempt, authorities have instructed customs and border agencies to crack down on illegal fuel shipments.

A new geopolitical dispute is unfolding after Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva criticized Donald Trump's pr...
07/15/2026

A new geopolitical dispute is unfolding after Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva criticized Donald Trump's proposal to charge commercial ships a 20% fee for passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Lula argued the move violates long-standing international maritime principles, while Trump says the fee would cover the cost of protecting one of the world's most strategic shipping routes.

Germany has opposed an EU proposal to ban trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories, arguin...
07/15/2026

Germany has opposed an EU proposal to ban trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories, arguing that dialogue with Israel is more effective than sanctions. While Berlin reaffirmed that the settlements violate international law, it rejected trade restrictions, creating fresh divisions within the European Union.

Cuba has suffered another nationwide power grid collapse, leaving nearly 10 million people without electricity for the t...
07/15/2026

Cuba has suffered another nationwide power grid collapse, leaving nearly 10 million people without electricity for the third time in just 10 days. Officials cite severe fuel shortages, an aging electricity infrastructure, and mounting economic pressures, while political leaders continue to dispute the causes.

07/15/2026

What is really hidden inside Iran's mysterious Pickaxe Mountain? Reports claim it could be one of Iran's most secretive underground nuclear facilities, built so deep that even the world's most powerful bunker-buster bombs may struggle to reach it. With no international inspections and limited verified information, the site continues to fuel global debate and speculation.

Watch this short reel exploring the mystery behind Pickaxe Mountain and why it has become a major topic in international security discussions. What do you think is hidden beneath the mountain?

💬 Share your opinion in the comments.

Disclaimer: The visuals shown are AI-generated and used for illustrative purposes only.

Israeli strikes across Gaza have reportedly killed at least 11 Palestinians, including the director of the Jabalia refug...
07/14/2026

Israeli strikes across Gaza have reportedly killed at least 11 Palestinians, including the director of the Jabalia refugee camp police station and several police officers, according to Palestinian officials. Additional strikes reportedly hit displaced families and temporary shelters, adding to concerns over the humanitarian situation as ceasefire violations continue to be reported.

President Donald Trump has declared that US military strikes on Iran will continue until he decides they have achieved t...
07/14/2026

President Donald Trump has declared that US military strikes on Iran will continue until he decides they have achieved their objective, warning that key energy infrastructure and bridges remain potential targets. At the same time, Iranian media reported an exchange of fire in the Strait of Hormuz near Bandar Abbas, while Trump also revealed that US officials held talks with Iranian representatives on Tuesday.

Global News Roundup | Major Geopolitical & Business Developments in the Last 24 Hours• The US launched a third consecuti...
07/14/2026

Global News Roundup | Major Geopolitical & Business Developments in the Last 24 Hours

• The US launched a third consecutive night of strikes on Iran as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz continued to escalate.

• Iran's IRGC claimed it shot down a US MQ-1 drone over the Strait of Hormuz amid rising military confrontation.

• Yemen's Houthis said they targeted Saudi Arabia's Abha Airport and warned airlines against using Saudi airspace.

• Jordan intercepted four missiles entering its airspace, while Iran claimed it targeted a US military base in the country.

• Two UAE tankers were struck in the Strait of Hormuz, leaving one dead and several injured as Iran and the UAE exchanged accusations.

• China urged both the US and Iran to avoid further escalation, warning of risks to global trade and energy supplies.

• Fresh US strikes reportedly hit southern Iran, including Bushehr and Khuzestan, after a ceasefire agreement collapsed.

• Six crew members were injured and three remain missing following separate attacks near the Strait of Hormuz.

• The US accused Iran of secretly sending IRGC drone and missile experts to Yemen's Houthis using a funeral-related flight.

• Netanyahu warned Israel would deliver a "decisive blow" if Iran launches another attack.

• Pamplona's final Running of the Bulls ended with 10 injuries and two people gored during the San Fermin Festival.

The fatal shooting of 26-year-old Colombian worker Joan Sebastian Duran Guerrero during an ICE enforcement operation in ...
07/14/2026

The fatal shooting of 26-year-old Colombian worker Joan Sebastian Duran Guerrero during an ICE enforcement operation in Maine has reignited debate over immigration enforcement, accountability, and the use of force. US officials say the agent fired after believing the vehicle posed a threat, while witnesses, rights groups, and political leaders are demanding independent investigations. The incident has triggered protests, diplomatic tensions with Colombia, and renewed scrutiny of ICE operations under President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.

The United States has resumed its naval blockade of Iranian ports while launching a new wave of military strikes across ...
07/14/2026

The United States has resumed its naval blockade of Iranian ports while launching a new wave of military strikes across southern Iran. According to CENTCOM, more than 20 US Navy warships and hundreds of military aircraft are now operating throughout the Middle East.

Iranian media reported explosions near Bandar Abbas, Sirik, Ahvaz, and Qeshm Island as tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz continue to rise. The renewed military campaign comes as Washington says it is targeting Iranian capabilities used to threaten commercial shipping, raising fears of wider regional escalation and global energy market disruptions.

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