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Iran Threatens to Halt Oil Through Hormuz

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2026

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has warned that not “a single drop” of oil or gas will pass through the Strait of Hormuz if US military operations continue, escalating concerns over global energy supplies. Iran Threatens to Block Hormuz Energy Transit The IRGC said the strategic waterway would remain unsafe for petrochemical, oil and gas […]

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Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Crosses 5,000 as IMF Funds Released for Recovery

By BPN News Desk July 19, 2026

The death toll from the devastating twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela in June has risen above 5,000 as recovery teams continue clearing debris and searching damaged buildings in the worst-affected regions. Authorities said 5,069 people had been confirmed dead, while more than 16,700 were injured. The coastal state of La Guaira, north of Caracas, suffered […]

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Two US Troops Killed in Iran’s Jordan Attack

By BPN News Desk July 19, 2026

Two United States service members were killed and another was reported missing following an Iranian missile and drone attack on American and allied forces in Jordan, further escalating the renewed conflict between Washington and Tehran. US Troops Killed in Jordan Attack US Central Command said the attack occurred on Friday as American personnel defended against […]

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Iran Warns US of ‘Unforgettable Lessons’

By BPN News Desk July 19, 2026

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has warned that Tehran and its regional allies have “unforgettable lessons” for the United States as renewed American attacks intensify the conflict between the two countries. Mojtaba Khamenei Warns United States In a written statement issued on Saturday, Khamenei said the Iranian nation and the regional “resistance front” were

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Ukrainian Drone Strikes Kill Seven in Russia and Spark Fire Near Moscow

By BPN News Desk July 18, 2026

A wave of Ukrainian drone attacks struck several locations across Russia, killing at least seven people, injuring dozens and triggering a major fire at an oil depot in the Moscow region. The attacks hit logistics and infrastructure facilities deep inside Russian territory, highlighting Ukraine’s expanding use of long-range drones against targets far from the front […]

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Iran Suspends Ceasefire Commitments After Trump Declares Agreement Over

By BPN News Desk July 18, 2026

Iran has announced that it is suspending its commitments under the interim ceasefire memorandum with the United States, accusing Washington of violating the agreement after President Donald Trump declared that the deal was effectively over. The move marks a significant escalation in tensions between the two countries, raising fresh concerns about the future of diplomatic

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PM Modi Hails India’s Youth Ahead of Skyroot’s Historic Vikram-1 Orbital Mission

By BPN News Desk July 18, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the talent, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit of India’s youth ahead of Skyroot Aerospace’s maiden orbital launch attempt with Vikram-1, the country’s first privately developed orbital-class rocket. Describing the mission as a “historic new frontier” in India’s space journey, the Prime Minister said the achievement reflected the

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New Zealand Confirms Second H5 Bird Flu Case as Surveillance Expands

By BPN News Desk July 18, 2026

New Zealand has confirmed its second case of H5 bird flu after the virus was detected in a native kāhu, or swamp harrier, found in the Wairarapa region of the North Island. The discovery has prompted authorities to intensify surveillance and field investigations as they assess whether the virus is spreading among the country’s wild […]

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US Reaches FY 2027 H-1B Visa Cap as Workers Explore Alternative Routes

By BPN News Desk July 18, 2026

The United States has received enough petitions to meet the H-1B visa cap for fiscal year 2027, closing another highly competitive application cycle for skilled foreign workers. The annual allocation includes 65,000 visas under the regular cap and 20,000 additional places for applicants holding advanced degrees from American institutions. H-1B Petitions Continue Under

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Israel Heads to October Election as Netanyahu Faces Voters After Three Years of War

By BPN News Desk July 18, 2026

Israel’s parliament has dissolved ahead of a national election scheduled for October 27, placing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s political future before voters after nearly three years of conflict. The election will be Israel’s first since the Hamas-led attacks of October 7, 2023, and the wars that followed. Knesset Dissolved Ahead of Election The motion to […]