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Reports: Iran tells ships that it's closing Strait of Hormuz

Merchant vessels operating in the Persian Gulf region are being told that Iran is shutting down the Strait of Hormuz amid the expanding conflict between Iran and the U.S. and Israel.

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Netanyahu showcases WWII book during his call with Trump

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu posted a picture during his conversation with President Trump of a World War II book on his desk.

U.S., Israel launch massive attack on Iran; Trump warns of American casualties as Tehran hits back

The U.S. and Israel launched a massive joint military attack early Saturday against Iran, as President Trump urged the Iranian people to "take over your government" and called on members of the Islamic republic's military to immediately surrender or be killed.

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South Sudan faces turmoil as former officials arrested in wave of detentions

A former South Sudan finance minister is the latest former government official arrested in a wave of detentions that analysts say shows cracks in the government of President Salva Kiir, who also faces an armed rebellion.

Attack on Iran disrupts flights across the Middle East and beyond

The U.S. and Israel’s attack on Iran is disrupting air travel across the Middle East and stranding travelers worldwide