Briefing Archive
June 2026
July 8, 2026
US Strikes Iran, Revokes Oil Waiver After Strait of Hormuz Tanker Attacks
The US launched a new round of strikes against Iran, targeting more than 80 sites, and revoked a waiver allowing Iranian oil sales after Iran attacked three commercial tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
July 7, 2026
Trump Warns Iran: 'Make a Deal or We'll Finish the Job' as Hormuz Attacks Resume
President Trump issued a fresh ultimatum to Iran on Monday, warning that the US could 'finish the job' and target Iranian infrastructure if no deal is reached. The warning came as Iran resumed missile
July 6, 2026
Khamenei Funeral Draws Massive Crowds as Successor Remains Hidden; Iran Tightens Strait of Hormuz Grip
Iran held emotional funeral prayers for slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, with tens of thousands of mourners gathering, but his successor Mojtaba Khamenei remained absent amid sec
June 14, 2026
Qatari Mediators Fly to Tehran as Deal Signing Nears
Day 107 of the Iran War. MOU signing expected within days. Israel strikes Beirut. Strait of Hormuz blockade continues — 141 ships redirected.