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Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi visits Washington to secure US oil, gas, and investment deals
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi visited Washington in July 2026 to sign oil and gas agreements and deepen US-Iraq economic and security ties.
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US Senator Lindsey Graham dies suddenly, prompting varied international reactions
US Senator Lindsey Graham died suddenly on July 11 after a brief illness, drawing praise from allies and condemnation from Iranian media.
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University of Chicago Law School bans electronic devices for first-year students starting fall 2026
University of Chicago Law School will prohibit phones, laptops, and tablets in first-year classes to prevent AI misuse starting fall 2026.
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Trump Refuses to Sign Bipartisan Housing Bill That Will Become Law Without His Signature
President Donald Trump announced on July 10 he would not sign a bipartisan housing bill, which will become law without his approval.
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7.4-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Western Colombia, Killing at Least 224 and Damaging Thousands of Buildings
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on August 10, killing at least 224 and injuring over 668, with widespread destruction reported.
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US Department of Labor launches crackdown on H-1B visa fraud with dozens of subpoenas
The US Department of Labor issued dozens of subpoenas in a large-scale investigation into H-1B visa fraud under the Trump administration.
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Argentinian flight instructor jumps mid-flight, student pilot lands plane alone
On August 4, 2026, flight instructor Leandro Bertazzo jumped from a Cessna 150 mid-flight near Toledo, Argentina, leaving student pilot Rosario to land safely alone.
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Germany agrees to acquire and station US Tomahawk missiles on its territory
Germany agreed with the US to buy Tomahawk cruise missiles and station them in Germany during the July 2026 NATO summit in Ankara.
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US Reaffirms Asia Commitment, Urges Allies to Share Defense Responsibilities
US Undersecretary of Defense Elbridge Colby emphasized America’s deepening role in Asia and called for allied burden-sharing during a regional trip.
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Speedboat Capsizes Near Statue of Liberty, Killing Mother and Infant
A speedboat capsized near Liberty Island on August 8, killing a mother and her infant and injuring 12 others.
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Rahm Emanuel warns Israel it risks losing US support without policy changes
Rahm Emanuel criticized Israeli policies and warned that US-Israel ties cannot continue unchanged without risking military aid cuts.
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Trump Issues Harsh Iran Criticism but Sees No Better Option Than Talks Amid Tensions
Donald Trump delivered strong anti-Iran statements at a NATO summit while acknowledging fragile US-Iran negotiations continue amid regional conflict.
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Maine Democrat Graham Platner suspends Senate campaign amid sexual assault allegations
Maine Democrat Graham Platner suspended Senate campaign operations after multiple sexual assault allegations emerged.
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Donald Trump Names Will Scharf as White House Counsel Effective September 1, 2026
Donald Trump announced on August 9 that Will Scharf will replace David Warrington as White House counsel starting September 1, 2026.
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Senator Mitch McConnell remains hospitalized three weeks after June admission amid rumors
Senator Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized since June 14 and is improving while his wife Elaine Chao returns from China, amid health speculation.
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Charges dropped against California radiologist who drove family off cliff after mental health treatment
A judge dismissed all attempted murder charges against Dharmesh Patel after he completed a two-year mental health diversion program.
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Ukrainian woman suspected in Monaco bombing found dead near Kyiv
Anastasiia Berezovska, suspected of bombing a Monaco building in June, was found dead near Kyiv with gunshot wounds on July 6, 2026.
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Russia criticizes NATO summit as alliance pledges €70 billion military aid to Ukraine
Russia closely monitored the NATO summit in Ankara, condemning military aid to Ukraine amid ongoing conflict.
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Trump escalates anti-communist rhetoric targeting Democrats ahead of 2026 midterms
Donald Trump has intensified attacks labeling Democrats as communists to rally support before the November 2026 US midterm elections.
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Israel and Lebanon to hold ambassador-level talks in Rome mid-July 2026
Israel and Lebanon will meet in Rome on July 14-16 for direct talks to discuss de-escalation and bilateral issues amid ongoing conflict.
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Trump signals US will rely on economic pressure over military strikes against Iran amid Strait tensions
US President Donald Trump said the US is shifting from military strikes to economic pressure on Iran amid ongoing Strait of Hormuz tensions.
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US Interior Secretary defends Patriot Front July 4 march as protected free speech
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said the white supremacist Patriot Front’s July 4 march in Washington, D.C., is protected under the Constitution.
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Judge denies Donald Trump’s request to delay $5.8 million payment to E Jean Carroll
A federal judge rejected Donald Trump’s motion to postpone a $5.8 million payment to E Jean Carroll over sexual abuse and defamation claims.
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Trump condemns communism and progressive Democrats in speech at Mount Rushmore
On July 3, 2026, President Donald Trump denounced communism and progressive Democrats while praising American identity at Mount Rushmore.