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A projectile is fired during what the US military said were strikes on Iran in this image from a handout video released on July 12, 2026. Photo: US Central Command/Handout via REUTERS

Iran hits Gulf states and Jordan after seventh night of US strikes

Kuwait came under sustained attack, with a desalination plant hit and operations at Kuwait International Airport ‌suspended due to repeated missile and drone threats.

Chevron Vice Chairman Mark Nelson and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi pose for a photo at Chevron's Houston headquarters, Texas, US, July 16, 2026. Photo: Mark Felix/Pool via REUTERS

Western oil companies see 'fantastic' future in Iraq, sign agreements

An aerial view shows Kuwait City on 16 March 2020. Photo: Reuters/Stephanie McGehee

Pakistan and Kuwait discuss expanded defence pact: Sources

Smoke rises from an explosion at an unknown location, during what US Central Command (CENTCOM) says are strikes on Iran, in this screen grab taken from a handout video released on July 15, 2026. Photo: US Central Command/Handout via REUTERS

US, Iran target infrastructure as strait shipping comes under further attack

Renewed strikes deepen uncertainty over ceasefire despite ongoing mediation efforts. Photo: Collected

Israeli strikes kill Palestinians attending Gaza funeral for earlier strike victim

US President Donald Trump waves aboard Marine One in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, USA on 15 July 2026. Photo: Reuters.

US strikes on Iran strengthen Trump's options for new escalation, officials say

Smoke rises from an explosion at an unknown location, during what US Central Command (CENTCOM) says are strikes on Iran, in this screen grab taken from a handout video released on July 15, 2026. Photo: US Central Command/Handout via REUTERS

US launches multiple strikes on Iran, which retaliates against US targets in region

Smoke rises from an explosion at an unknown location, during what US Central Command (CENTCOM) says are strikes on Iran, in this screen grab taken from a handout video released on July 15, 2026. Photo: US Central Command/Handout via REUTERS

US military says it completed latest strikes on Iran, targets included Bandar Abbas

Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam,Oman, July 15, 2026. Photo: REUTERS

Fewer vessels travel through Hormuz as US, Iran continue strikes

Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman on 18 June 2026. photo: Reuters/Stringer

Tehran threatens to block more vital seaways as Trump orders renewed Iran blockade

A view of a village on the coast of Bab el-Mandeb, Yemen April 2, 2026. Photo: REUTERS

After Hormuz, Iran turns to Red Sea gateway as new pressure point

Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, 24 June 2026. REUTERS/Stringer

Iran-linked vessels pass through Hormuz ahead of US blockade

US President Donald Trump speaks during an event to mark the launch of "Trump Accounts" in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, 6 July 2026. REUTERS/Evan Vucci

Trump resumes Iran port blockade and threatens strikes on energy targets