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Trump Demands Iran Confirm Strait of Hormuz Remains Open Amid Rising Tensions
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Trump Demands Iran Confirm Strait of Hormuz Remains Open Amid Rising Tensions

After funeral chants calling for his death, Trump warned Iran of missile strikes if it blocks the Strait of Hormuz, urging Tehran to publicly guarantee open shipping lanes.

Israeli Strikes Target Iran’s Steel Industry, Sparking Economic and Legal Concerns
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Israeli Strikes Target Iran’s Steel Industry, Sparking Economic and Legal Concerns

Attacks on Iran’s largest steel plants damaged critical infrastructure, threatening production and igniting debate over the legality of targeting civilian industrial sites in wartime.

Maine Democrat Graham Platner Withdraws from Senate Race Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions
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Maine Democrat Graham Platner Withdraws from Senate Race Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions

Graham Platner exited the Maine Senate race following multiple controversies, prompting Democrats to quickly select a new candidate as US-Iran clashes intensify and global oil markets react.

Iran Acknowledges Strait of Hormuz Attacks as a Mistake in Private Talks
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Iran Acknowledges Strait of Hormuz Attacks as a Mistake in Private Talks

Iran privately admitted that recent attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz were unintentional, while the US urges a public commitment to safe navigation.

US and Iran Restart Talks in Oman Amid Rising Tensions in Strait of Hormuz
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US and Iran Restart Talks in Oman Amid Rising Tensions in Strait of Hormuz

US and Iranian officials have resumed negotiations in Oman as Washington urges Tehran to ensure safe, toll-free passage through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz following recent attacks on commercial vessels.

U.S. Developing Nuclear Waste-Powered Drones Capable of Decades-Long Flight
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U.S. Developing Nuclear Waste-Powered Drones Capable of Decades-Long Flight

The U.S. is advancing technology to power drones with nuclear waste-derived batteries, enabling continuous airborne missions lasting over 30 years without refueling.

Trump Announces US License for Ukraine to Produce Patriot Missile Interceptors
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Trump Announces US License for Ukraine to Produce Patriot Missile Interceptors

At a NATO summit, Donald Trump pledged US authorization for Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors, signaling a strategic shift amid ongoing tensions with Russia.

China Achieves First At-Sea Recovery of Reusable Rocket Boosting Space Race
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China Achieves First At-Sea Recovery of Reusable Rocket Boosting Space Race

China successfully recovered the first stage of its Long March 10B rocket on an offshore platform, marking a milestone in reusable rocket technology amid competition with the US.

Biden DOJ Shifted Fentanyl Enforcement Policies Amid Whistleblower Review
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Biden DOJ Shifted Fentanyl Enforcement Policies Amid Whistleblower Review

In 2024, the Biden Justice Department loosened federal fentanyl seizure protocols during an internal probe into a controversial operation that allowed the drug’s trafficking in New Mexico.

U.S. Sanctions Target Iranian Supreme Leader’s Financial Network Amid Rising Tensions
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U.S. Sanctions Target Iranian Supreme Leader’s Financial Network Amid Rising Tensions

The U.S. Treasury imposed sanctions on key Iranian financial actors, aiming to sever Tehran’s access to global markets following recent maritime attacks and military strikes.

MIT develops satellite detector to identify nuclear weapons in orbit with high accuracy
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MIT develops satellite detector to identify nuclear weapons in orbit with high accuracy

MIT researchers propose a compact satellite sensor capable of detecting nuclear warheads in space by tracking neutron emissions, offering a new tool for treaty verification.

US Demands Iran Publicly Halt Strait of Hormuz Attacks and Admit Responsibility
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US Demands Iran Publicly Halt Strait of Hormuz Attacks and Admit Responsibility

The Trump administration reportedly set a deadline for Iran to acknowledge fault and cease assaults on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, signaling high tensions between the two nations.