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MSC Ship Is Struck by Two Projectiles in Iraqi Port
ByJenny Gross June 2, 2026June 2, 2026

The attack on the vessel, owned by the Mediterranean Shipping Company, underlines the threat to ships even as the U.S. and Iran try to negotiate reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

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Iran | Iran's nuclear programme | Israel | Israel–Iran War | Manila (Philippines) | Oil (Petroleum) and Gasoline | Philippines | Prices (Fares, Fees and Rates) | Strikes | US and Israeli Attack on Iran (2026)

Soaring Diesel Prices Set Off Transport Strike in Philippines
ByJason Gutierrez and John Yoon March 27, 2026

Transport workers in Manila walked off the job to protest the rising cost of fuel, as the war in the Middle East causes a national energy emergency.

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Hamas | Hezbollah | Iran | Iran's nuclear programme | Israel | Israel–Iran War | Lebanon | Strikes | Trump, Donald J

At Least 10 Killed in Lebanon, Officials Say, After Israel Strikes Hezbollah
ByAbdi Latif Dahir and Hwaida Saad February 21, 2026

The Lebanese militant group said eight of its members were among those killed late Friday. The attacks threaten to further destabilize an already tenuous cease-fire.

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Protests Spread in Iran, and Crackdowns Escalate
ByFarnaz Fassihi January 8, 2026January 8, 2026

Bazaars were shuttered and demonstrators met with violence from security forces amid rising anger about the country’s dire economic situation.

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Defense and Military Forces | Gaza Strip | Hamas | Histadrut | Iran | Iran's nuclear programme | Israel | Israel-Gaza War (2023- ) | Israel–Iran War | Kidnapping and Hostages | Netanyahu, Benjamin | Pilots | Strikes

Israeli Hostage Families Call for Nationwide Walkout
ByAaron Boxerman August 12, 2025August 12, 2025

Relatives of captives held by Hamas denounced the Israeli government for what they called “an endless war without purpose.” It was unclear how many people would take part in the labor strike.

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