Why China Fired a Long-Range Missile Into the Pacific

Beijing had long tested nuclear missiles only within its borders. A rare launch over an ocean shows it is determined to narrow the gap with the United States.

By Chris Buckley

Qatari gas tanker hit in Strait of Hormuz

Al Rekayyat comes under fire close to coast of Oman

Tanker set on fire after being struck in Strait of Hormuz, British military says

The ship was struck with a projectile near Oman, a British maritime monitor said. No casualties were reported and Iran and the U.S. did not immediately comment.

By Victoria Craw

Tanker set ablaze after being struck by projectile in the Strait of Hormuz

Iranian state television said the tanker came under attack after ignoring warnings but did not directly claim the assault.

By The Associated Press

Four months to midterms: 12 races that will determine the Senate majority

From North Carolina to Nebraska, a dozen competitive Senate seats could flip the balance of power in this year's high-stakes midterm elections.

Tanker on fire off coast of Oman after being hit by projectile

Iran's TV claims the tanker ignored warnings, but no direct responsibility for the attack has been declared.

Oil prices rise after report of Iranian attack on commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz

Brent and U.S. crude futures rose after a report of an Iranian attack on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

Head of Zelenskyy's Office: Trump likes winners, we need victories to have chance of keeping his support

Lieutenant General Kyrylo Budanov says Ukraine must demonstrate real success on the battlefield to maintain the backing of its key strategic partner, the United States.

By VALENTYNA ROMANENKO

Tanker set ablaze after hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz region

An “unknown projectile” struck and caused a fire on an oil tanker off the coast of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, British maritime security agency UKMTO said. The incident occurred near one of the world’s most important energy shipping routes, despite a ceasefire between the United States and Iran and ongoing efforts to secure a lasting peace agreement. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said the incident took place about 8 nautical miles (15km) east of Limah,...

By Agence France-Presse

Oil tanker struck in Strait of Hormuz, UK says

The incident occurred east of Limah, Oman. A projectile struck a tanker and caused a fire while it was traveling southbound, with no casualties reported.

Oil tanker hit by 'unknown projectile' off Omani coast near Strait of Hormuz

A tanker was struck Monday by an "unknown projectile" off the coast of Oman, in the Strait of Hormuz region, according to the British maritime agency UKMTO.

By FRANCE 24

Tanker catches fire after being struck by projectile in Strait of Hormuz off coast of Oman

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations says tanker hit near Limah in Oman

By Ap Correspondent

World Cup brings Aiken community to Lanky's on Laurens

Jul. 7—AIKEN — Community members gathered at Lanky's on Laurens Monday evening to watch the United States Men's National Team face Belgium in the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup. The downtown restaurant and bar served as a local gathering place for residents watching the match. Guests sat at tables and the bar while televisions displayed the game throughout the restaurant. Lanky's manager ...

NASA Chief says China can soon outsmart US in space exploration: But could shape the future of space

In an exciting twist of cosmic competition, China and the United States have sparked a modern space race aimed at lunar exploration. With NASA's Artemis program facing delays, China is quickly advancing its goals. This fierce rivalry focuses on securing lunar resources and establishing a lasting foothold on the Moon, potentially paving the way for humanity's next giant leap towards Mars.

By TOI Science Desk

Tanker struck in Hormuz after Trump's 'finish the job' warning to Tehran: Is US-Iran war escalating again?

On Tuesday, an "unknown projectile" reportedly struck and caused a fire on an oil tanker off the coast of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz despite a truce.

US in talks on Europe missile co-production, maintenance of Patriot missiles, source says

If implemented, both projects could free up capacity at Raytheon and Lockheed Martin factories in the United States and enable the US defense giants to ramp up production at home.

Seoul, Washington, Tokyo to hold first trilateral foreign ministers' talks of year at NATO summit

South Korea, Japan and the US seek to coordinate their responses to North Korea and other regional security challenges while reinforcing economic and defense cooperation, at a trilateral foreign ministers' meeting planned for Tuesday, said Seoul's Foreign Ministry. According to the Foreign Ministry, Foreign Minister Cho Hyun will meet with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu on Tuesday evening on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Turkey. "At the me

By The Korea Herald

Oil tanker hit by 'unknown projectile' in Strait of Hormuz region, says maritime agency

An “unknown projectile” struck and caused a fire on an oil tanker off the coast of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, British maritime security agency United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said. The incident occurred near one of the world’s most important energy shipping routes, despite a ceasefire between the United States and Iran and ongoing efforts to secure a lasting peace agreement. The maritime agency said the incident took place eight nautical miles east of Limah, Om...

By none@none.com (AFP)

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards fire missiles at commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz Axios reports

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards fired at least two missiles at commercial ships transiting through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday night, Axios reported, citing two U.S. officials. Two commercial ships suffered significant damage but had no casualties, the report said, citing a U.S. official. Separately, Britain’s maritime security agency said a tanker caught fire after being […]

Iran reportedly fires missiles at commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz

Two commercial ships suffered ‌significant damage ‌but had no casualties, according to the report that cited U.S. officials.

Oil tanker hit by 'projectile' near Strait of Hormuz

An "unknown projectile" has struck and caused a fire on an oil tanker off the coast of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz, British maritime security agency UKMTO has said.

Oil Tanker Hit By Unknown Missile In Strait Of Hormuz: UK Maritime Agency

An "unknown projectile" struck and caused a fire on an oil tanker off the coast of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, British maritime security agency UKMTO said.

America's AI kill switch — why Donald Trump now decides whether we get Claude and ChatGPT in Europe

The United States has ordered Anthropic to restrict access to its most advanced AI model and is now urging other leading developers to give the government early access to new systems before they are released. Is this sensible national security or the beginning of state control over artificial intelligence? Adrian Weckler speaks to William Fry partner Barry Scannell about why the most powerful AI models are causing alarm, whether America now has an AI kill switch and what it could mean for Eur...

Iran strikes commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz, Axios reports

Oil tanker hit by 'unknown projectile' in Strait of Hormuz region

There were no reports of casualties or environmental damage.

US threats are an impediment to deal-making: Iranian FM

Iran resumes attacks on commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz: report

By Reuters

Qatari LNG Tanker Hit By Iranian Missile In Hormuz Chokepoint

Qatari LNG Tanker Hit By Iranian Missile In Hormuz Chokepoint A fully loaded Qatari LNG tanker was struck by a projectile near the Omani coast while exiting the Strait of Hormuz, raising fresh concerns that disruptions across the key energy maritime chokepoint could persist longer than traders had expected. Brent crude rose more than 1% to $72.76 a barrel as traders reassessed the war-risk premium in the Gulf area. The Al Rekayyat, owned by Qatar's state shipping company Nakilat...

By Tyler Durden

Hormuz sees new attacks while millions of Iranians mourn Khamenei

Two tankers were struck in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran warned it would not resume peace talks unless President Donald Trump stopped threatening to restart the war, while millions...

Which country is the birthplace of the world's richest person?

Elon Musk, currently the richest person in the world, became the world's first-ever trillionaire on June 12, 2026. He is now an American citizen, but was not born in the United States.

How US is using cash, threats to dump migrants in Africa

The US is using visa bans and financial incentives to deport migrants to African nations, raising human rights concerns. Learn more about these controversi Read More: https://punchng.com/how-us-is-using-cash-threats-to-dump-migrants-in-africa/

By Punch Newspapers

How US is using cash and threats to dump migrants in Africa

Others were sent to the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda; others still dropped off the radar after being sent to war-torn South Sudan. The post How US is using cash and threats to dump migrants in Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayobami

More than 373,000 US customers without power due to extreme weather

More than 373,000 homes and businesses were without power as of Monday due to extreme weather ​conditions across several areas of the United States, according ‌to data from PowerOutage.us.

By Abubakar Ibrahim