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Drone attack causes fire on US-owned tanker at Egypt’s Damietta port amid regional conflict
A drone struck the US-owned gas storage tanker Energos Winter at Egypt’s Damietta port on July 29, causing fires but no casualties.
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Jay Clayton Confirmed as US Director of National Intelligence, Replacing Bill Pulte
The Senate confirmed Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence by a 51-47 vote on July 28, 2026, succeeding acting DNI Bill Pulte.
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Trump orders warning signs at Smithsonian National Museum of American History over 'inaccurate' exhibits
President Donald Trump signed an executive order requiring warning signs at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History about alleged inaccuracies in exhibits.
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US Launches Air Strikes on Iran After Deadly Iranian Missile and Drone Attacks on US Bases
Iran attacked US military facilities in Jordan and Kuwait on July 17, killing two soldiers; the US responded with multiple air strikes on Iranian targets starting July 18.
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Trump alleges China stole 220 million US voter records during 2020 election
On July 16, 2026, Donald Trump accused China of stealing massive US voter data linked to the 2020 election and vowed to declassify related intelligence.
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ICE agent fatally shoots Colombian man in Maine during immigration operation
An ICE agent fatally shot 26-year-old Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero in Biddeford, Maine on July 13 during an immigration enforcement operation.
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US escalates strikes on Iran, threatens power plants and bridges amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
The US launched multiple strikes on Iranian military targets since mid-July and warned of attacks on civilian infrastructure next week if Iran resists talks.
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US Judge Voids Donald Trump’s $1.8 Billion IRS Settlement Citing Improper Purpose
US District Judge Kathleen Williams voided a $1.8 billion IRS settlement with Donald Trump, ruling it was made for an improper purpose.
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Darline Graham Nordone appointed to fill late Senator Lindsey Graham's US Senate seat
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham Nordone to fill Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat after his death in July 2026.
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Lorenzo Salgado, Not Targeted Suspect, Fatally Shot by ICE in Houston Traffic Stop
Lorenzo Salgado, 52, was fatally shot by ICE agents during a July 7 stop targeting others in Houston, prompting calls for investigation.
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Russian couple arrested after illegal marriage proposal atop Empire State Building spire
On July 1, 2026, Russian climbers Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus staged a public proposal atop the Empire State Building spire and were arrested on multiple charges.
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Israeli airstrikes kill at least 8 Palestinians in Gaza amid stalled ceasefire talks
Israeli airstrikes on August 2 killed at least 8 Palestinians in Gaza as ceasefire implementation with Hamas remains deadlocked.
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US Embassies Warn Americans to Prepare to Leave Middle East Amid Rising Iran Conflict
On August 1, 2026, US embassies in about 10 Middle Eastern countries advised Americans to prepare for possible departure amid escalating Iran-related tensions.
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US Appeals Court Blocks Trump Order Tightening Mail-in Voting Rules Before 2026 Midterms
The 1st US Circuit Court upheld an injunction blocking key parts of Trump's March 2026 mail-in voting order in 23 states and DC.
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US Justice Department Investigates Harvard Over China-Funded Financial Aid Programs
The US Justice Department opened a civil rights review of Harvard's China-linked financial aid programs for possible discrimination against American students.
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Lebanese President Aoun meets Trump seeking Israeli withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met US President Donald Trump at the White House to push for Israeli troop withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament in southern Lebanon.
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Trump's Qatari-Donated Air Force One Set for One-Month Security Upgrade
US President Trump announced the Qatari-donated Air Force One will undergo a one-month security retrofit to add defensive systems.
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NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani weighs arresting Israeli PM Netanyahu during UN visit
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani is exploring arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits for the September 2026 UN General Assembly.
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US and Iran engage in intensified strikes and missile attacks amid full-scale war claims
The US has conducted nightly airstrikes on Iran while Iran launched missile and drone attacks across the Gulf, with leaders confirming full-scale war status.
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Trump switches back to older Air Force One jet during Turkey-U.K. trip amid security concerns
President Trump flew to Turkey on new Qatari gifted plane but used older Air Force One to reach the U.K., citing military tours as security doubts swirl.
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US to Remove Syria from State Sponsor of Terrorism List After Decades
President Trump notified Congress July 8 of his decision to delist Syria, pending a 45-day review period.
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At least eight shot, including four children, in Coney Island on July 4
A shooting on July 4 in Brooklyn’s Coney Island injured eight people, including four children aged 6 to 14 years old.
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Former US Olympian David Hearn indicted for vandalizing Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
David Hearn, 67, was indicted for felony destruction after allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in June 2026.
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Massive protests disrupt AfD party congress in Erfurt as leaders re-elected
Between 15,000 and 50,000 protesters clashed with police in Erfurt during the far-right AfD's national conference on July 4-5, 2026.