
Iran War Live Updates: Red Sea Turmoil Pushes Oil Past $100 a Barrel
The price of Brent crude soared after Iran’s Houthi allies in Yemen claimed strikes on two Saudi tankers. The House cast a second vote to rein in President Trump’s war powers, with four Republicans joining Democrats to rebuke the president.Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026

‘We Will All Die From Ebola Here’: Virus Stalks Crowded Camps in Congo
There are a million people displaced by violence in the epicenter. They live in dangerous conditions and are fighting the virus with very little clean water.By Finbarr O’Reilly
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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Congo, Democratic Republic of (Congo-Kinshasa)Ituri Province (Congo, Democratic Republic of)

Oil-Rich Saudi Arabia Isn’t Short on Energy. Here’s Why It Wants to Go Nuclear.
Opponents warn that a U.S.-Saudi deal could be a step toward the kingdom building an atomic bomb. But there are other reasons for the world’s largest oil exporter to diversify its energy mix.By Zane Irwin
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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IranSaudi ArabiaStrait of HormuzUnited StatesMohammed bin Salman (1985- )

Why I Sought Out a Taliban Commander I Had Fought
First as a Marine and then as a journalist, I spent years tied to Afghanistan. I returned one last time to speak to a former enemy in search of answers, and perhaps closure.By Thomas Gibbons-Neff
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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AfghanistanTalibanUnited States Marine CorpsNew York Times

A New Target for Ukraine’s Long-Range Attacks: Russia’s Version of Amazon
Kyiv is escalating its air war by striking commercial warehouses, trying to bring the conflict closer to home for ordinary Russians.By Valerie Hopkins and Alina Lobzina
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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RussiaWildberries OOO

For South Korea, U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Deal Exposes a Double Standard
President Trump has put Saudi Arabia on the path to enriching uranium on its own soil, a demand South Korea has been making for years.By Choe Sang-Hun
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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Saudi ArabiaSouth KoreaUnited StatesInternational Atomic Energy AgencyTrump, Donald J

Zelensky’s Dizzying U-Turn Is the Latest Zigzag in a Presidency Full of Them
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has pivoted from unpopular moves before, but a recent decision about military leadership and strategy could weaken his position.By Andrew E. Kramer
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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UkraineZelensky, VolodymyrFedorov, MykhailoSyrsky, Oleksandr

Why Jordan Hosts U.S. Troops Even as That Makes It a Target
Relying heavily on U.S. aid and protection, Jordan is unlikely to restrict the American military presence there, despite escalating Iranian airstrikes.By Raja Abdulrahim
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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JordanMiddle East

A Russian Spy, Suddenly Cast Into the Spotlight, Flees Japan
The military intelligence officer left the country after The Times reported that he was using the Aeroflot airline office in Tokyo to conduct espionage.By Michael Schwirtz, Adam Goldman and Jane Bradley
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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JapanRussiaGRU (Russia)Yomiuri Shimbun

U.S.-Saudi Deal Prompts Fears of a Global Nuclear Arms Race
In Europe, Asia and the Middle East, countries seek nuclear capabilities to hedge against aggressive neighbors and a receding Washington, potentially creating a more freewheeling era.By Mark Landler
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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EuropeFranceMiddle EastSaudi ArabiaTrump, Donald JMohammed bin Salman (1985- )

Japan’s Leader Invokes Her Hero, Shinzo Abe, to Drive Nationalist Agenda
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is leveraging her ties to Mr. Abe, the slain Japanese leader, as she pushes to reshape defense and the economy.By Javier C. Hernández
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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JapanNara (Japan)Tokyo (Japan)Takaichi, SanaeAbe, Shinzo

Israeli Banks Threaten to Cut Off Palestinian Economy, Deepening Crisis
Two Israeli financial firms have long served as partners to Palestinian banks, handling transactions that make possible the West Bank’s imports and exports.By David M. Halbfinger and Adam Rasgon
Published on : Wed Jul 22 2026
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West BankIsraelBank HapoalimPalestinian AuthoritySmotrich, Bezalel (1980- )Glaser, Daniel L

Dubai Firm Cuts Deal for New Port to Bypass Strait of Hormuz
A Dubai-based logistics giant unveiled a deal on Wednesday to develop shipping terminals on the United Arab Emirates’ east coast.By Pranav Baskar
Published on : Wed Jul 22 2026
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Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Fujairah (United Arab Emirates)IranPersian GulfUnited StatesStrait of HormuzDubai Ports WorldHouthis

What Now for India’s Young Protesters?
A youth-led movement angry over the education system and a lack of jobs is posing a rare challenge to a government that has ruled for more than a decade with a firm hand.By Anupreeta Das
Published on : Wed Jul 22 2026
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IndiaNew Delhi (India)Cockroach Janta Party (India)Modi, NarendraDipke, AbhijeetWangchuk, Sonam (1966- )

Modi Caught Off Guard as India’s Economic Failings Inflame Young People
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was busy trying to put out other fires when a student movement suddenly exploded. There are no easy solutions to the problems behind it.By Alex Travelli
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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IndiaCockroach Janta Party (India)Modi, Narendra

The Tate Brothers, in Federal Custody, Watch Their Powerful Backers Go Quiet
After Andrew and Tristan Tate, prominent leaders of the so-called manosphere, were arrested in Miami, many of their onetime allies on the American right pulled back support.By Megan Twohey, Isabella Kwai, Matei Barbulescu and Alan Feuer
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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Carlson, TuckerHabba, AlinaTate, Andrew (1986- )Tate, Tristan

Chaos Breaks Out at Border Crossings With Iraq
Videos verified by The New York Times show border crossings in southern Iraq becoming the latest target in the hostilities in the Middle East.By James McManagan and Sanjana Varghese
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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IranIraqKuwait

Map: 5.0-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes the Texas Panhandle
View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area.By William B. Davis, Madison Dong, Judson Jones, John Keefe, Joey K. Lee and Bea Malsky
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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By Max Bearak and Leo Sands
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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Should Travelers Give Up on Summer in Western Europe?
A favorite vacation option may be at risk because of rising temperatures. Even those sticking with their summer plans agree: More air conditioning would help.By Tariro Mzezewa
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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EuropeFlorence (Italy)SpainWestern EuropeParis (France)London (England)

The Debate Over Ancient Iranian Jewelry Worn by Zendaya
The actress wore earrings to an event for “The Odyssey” that a London gallery has said were made from an ancient artifact.By Yola Mzizi
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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IranColeman, ZendayaRoach, LawHathaway, Anne

Houthis Claim Strikes on 2 Saudi Oil Tankers in Red Sea
The Saudi authorities confirmed a strike on one of the ships. These are the first claimed attacks since the Iranian-backed Yemeni group announced a blockade on Saudi Arabia.By Pranav Baskar
Published on : Thu Jul 23 2026
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Red SeaSaudi ArabiaStrait of HormuzMiddle EastIranYemenHouthis

What Visuals Show About Recent Damage to U.S. Military Sites in the Middle East
Video footage and satellite images reveal new details about Iranian strikes on U.S. targets during the latest flare-up in fighting.By Aric Toler and Christoph Koettl
Published on : Wed Jul 22 2026
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JordanIran

Three Airports Plan to Ditch T.S.A. Agents Amid Push for Private Security
The airports have opted in to the agency’s new security model, an agency spokesperson confirmed on Wednesday. A union official said the move could jeopardize public safety.By Ryley Ober
Published on : Wed Jul 22 2026
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Des Moines (Iowa)Tampa (Fla)Charleston (SC)Charleston International Airport (SC)Des Moines International AirportTampa International AirportTransportation Security AdministrationAmerican Federation of Government EmployeesKelley, Everett BTrump, Donald J

Saudi Arabia’s Nuclear Plans
The U.S. will help the Saudis develop a civilian nuclear program, with uncertain consequences for the Middle East.By Katrin Bennhold
Published on : Wed Jul 22 2026
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Saudi ArabiaHouthisMohammed bin Salman (1985- )

U.S. Troops, Seriously Wounded in Recent Strikes, Were Flown to Germany for Help
The seriously wounded service members are among the roughly 100 American troops that the Defense Department recently said were injured by Iranian attacks since early July.By Eric Schmitt
Published on : Wed Jul 22 2026
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IranMiddle EastDefense Department

Hitler’s Birthplace in Austria Is Now a Police Station
The government repurposed the 17th-century building in hopes of preventing the site from becoming an attraction for Nazi sympathizers.By Claire Moses
Published on : Wed Jul 22 2026
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Braunau Am Inn (Austria)Hitler, Adolf

Map: 3.5-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Western Nevada
View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area.By William B. Davis, Madison Dong, Judson Jones, John Keefe, Joey K. Lee and Bea Malsky
Published on : Wed Jul 22 2026
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The U.S. Has Rules for Nuclear Deals With Other Countries. Here’s How They Work.
The Trump administration announced an agreement with Saudi Arabia on a civilian nuclear program. Such deals, known as 123 Agreements, are designed to prevent the development of weapons.By Lynsey Chutel
Published on : Wed Jul 22 2026
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Saudi ArabiaUnited StatesCongressional Research ServiceInternational Atomic Energy AgencyNuclear Regulatory CommissionEnergy Department

‘Help Never Came.’ Canadian Wildfire Evacuees Want to Know Why.
Residents of northwestern Ontario say their warnings about fires they spotted were dismissed and official information as the flames spread often didn’t come at all.By Vjosa Isai and Cole Burston
Published on : Wed Jul 22 2026
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CanadaOntario (Canada)Thunder Bay (Ontario)British Columbia (Canada)University of British Columbia

Rubio and Chinese Diplomat Make Plans for Trump and Xi’s Washington Summit
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spent much of a meeting with China’s foreign minister discussing the summit, but did not bring up President Trump’s claims of election interference by China.By Edward Wong
Published on : Wed Jul 22 2026
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ChinaManila (Philippines)TaiwanUnited StatesRubio, MarcoTrump, Donald JXi Jinping

Model Scout Who Connected Women to Epstein Is Found Dead in France
Daniel Siad, who was found dead on Monday, repeatedly introduced Jeffrey Epstein to young women, according to messages he exchanged with Mr. Epstein. Mr. Siad had denied wrongdoing.By Ségolène Le Stradic
Published on : Wed Jul 22 2026
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FranceSiad, Daniel (1957-2026)Epstein, Jeffrey E (1953- )

Coveted U.S. Nuclear Deal Is a Coup for Saudi Crown Prince
Saudi Arabia has for years sought a deal to obtain American nuclear technology. The agreement, signed on Wednesday, could deepen U.S.-Saudi ties for decades to come.By Vivian Nereim
Published on : Wed Jul 22 2026
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Saudi ArabiaIranMohammed bin Salman (1985- )Trump, Donald J

What to Know About Trump’s Tariffs on Canada, and What’s Next
The president said punishing 50 percent tariffs would begin by Aug. 19, a significant escalation of the trade war between Canada and the U.S. that he started over a year ago.By Ian Austen
Published on : Wed Jul 22 2026
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CanadaUnited StatesNorth AmericaWorld Trade OrganizationCarney, Mark JTrump, Donald JFord, Doug Jr (1964- )