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Iran and Oman have exchanged ideas on managing the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global trade that both countries share. Oman proposed a joint system with voluntary fees for ships passing through, but Iran wants more control and has concerns about security.
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Oman proposed a regional system to manage the Strait of Hormuz with voluntary fees for ships, similar to a system used in the Strait of Malacca.
Iran rejects an equal division of transit routes and wants control over shipping on its side of the strait.
Iran suggested managing its side, while Oman would control part of the opposite lane.
The two countries still disagree on how ships will travel, fees, control rules, and mine clearing responsibilities (which would belong to Iran).
The United States paused air strikes on Iran to encourage diplomacy and reopening the strait for shipping.
The Gulf Cooperation Council foreign ministers discussed ways to improve cooperation to keep the strait open for navigation.
Before the recent conflict, the strait carried about 20% of the world’s energy supplies.
Iran warns it may take any action necessary, including war, to keep control over the strait.
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Grenada officials are reviewing new information about the last known actions of American woman Liz Waddell, who went missing. A friend told police about security footage showing Waddell swimming near the coast of Grenada’s capital before she disappeared.
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Liz Waddell is a 44-year-old woman from North Carolina.
She was last seen in Grenada, a Caribbean island nation.
A friend provided police with new security camera footage.
The footage shows Waddell swimming off the coast near Grenada’s capital city.
Grenada officials are reexamining her last known movements in connection with her disappearance.
CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides reported the update.
The case remains under investigation.
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President Donald Trump met separately with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington. They discussed Ukraine’s request for air defense help and concerns about Iran, but no new military commitments were announced.
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President Trump held meetings with President Zelensky and Prime Minister Netanyahu.
Zelensky asked the U.S. to help Ukraine build and use Patriot missile systems for defense.
No official U.S. military aid was announced during Zelensky’s visit.
Zelensky thanked Trump and said they discussed ways to strengthen air defense and revive diplomatic efforts.
Ukrainian and U.S. defense officials are working on co-producing missile systems.
Netanyahu and Trump talked about stopping Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
Netanyahu called the meeting one of the best conversations he has had with President Trump.
Both leaders attended the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham, who supported aid to Israel and Ukraine.
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A new scientific study explains how an asteroid impact 66 million years ago caused the extinction of dinosaurs and many other species. The impact created a hot cloud of dust and rock droplets that burned animals and plants alive and started widespread wildfires.
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The asteroid hit Earth 66 million years ago near Chicxulub, Mexico.
It caused mass extinction by changing the global climate and burning living things.
The impact released energy over a billion times stronger than atomic bombs dropped in 1945.
Rock droplets called spherules fell through the atmosphere, creating intense heat like a broiler oven.
New research found fine dust from the impact heated the atmosphere even more than thought before.
This dust radiation likely burned dinosaur skin and caused heat strokes.
The heat from the dust was enough to ignite plants, leading to widespread wildfires.
The impact's timing in spring may have worsened species extinction by disrupting breeding cycles.
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A content creator in Rome is gaining attention by cleaning spray-painted graffiti from the city's ancient walls. His videos have started a broader discussion about preserving historical heritage and deciding which graffiti should be seen as art or vandalism.
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Graffiti has existed on the walls of Rome for thousands of years.
A content creator is removing modern spray-painted graffiti from these walls.
The person shares videos of the cleaning process online, attracting many viewers.
These videos are sparking a debate about how to treat graffiti in Rome.
The debate focuses on the balance between protecting historical sites and respecting street art.
Rome’s ancient walls are important cultural and historical landmarks.
The issue raises questions about what kinds of graffiti should be allowed or removed.
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A strong earthquake measuring 7.1 hit Kumamoto, Japan, causing damage to buildings and injuries. Authorities are worried that many people may have died, and the government has promised to respond fully.
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The earthquake had a magnitude of 7.1.
It struck Kumamoto, a region in Japan.
A shopping mall collapsed because of the quake.
Walls of Kumamoto Castle were damaged.
There are injuries reported from the earthquake.
Officials fear many people may have died.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi promised a full government response to the disaster.
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Ukraine’s foreign minister spoke with Iran’s top diplomat after Ukraine’s drone attack hit an Iranian commercial ship in the Caspian Sea. Both sides said they do not want to escalate the conflict, but Iran demands compensation for the attack that killed one sailor and injured another.
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Ukraine’s drone attack targeted a Russian warship and vessels carrying Iranian-linked military cargo in the Caspian Sea.
An Iranian commercial ship was hit, resulting in one sailor’s death and another’s injury.
Ukraine says the attack aimed to defend itself from Russia and was not meant to harm civilians.
Iran called the attack unacceptable and said it must be answered, blaming Israel for provoking it.
Ukraine’s foreign minister warned Iran to avoid escalating the situation and to stop supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Iran’s diplomat said Iran does not want escalation but demands restitution for losses.
Israeli and Ukrainian foreign ministers discussed threats posed by Iran and plan to deepen cooperation.
Senior Iranian officials warned that attacks on Iran have costs and mentioned Ukraine might face consequences.
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Henrique Capriles, a Venezuelan opposition leader, says U.S. President Donald Trump's public statements about Venezuela's interim government differ from actual U.S. actions. Capriles credits President Trump’s military operation on January 3, 2026, which captured Nicolás Maduro, as a key event that changed Venezuela’s political situation.
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Henrique Capriles has run twice for Venezuelan president and is a National Assembly member.
President Trump’s public tone toward interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez has shifted from threats to praise.
Capriles separates Trump’s statements from the real U.S. policies toward Venezuela.
On January 3, 2026, U.S. Special Forces captured Nicolás Maduro and his wife in Caracas during Operation Absolute Resolve.
Venezuelan officials reported 83 people killed and over 112 injured in the operation.
Maduro and his wife were taken to New York to face charges including drug trafficking and terrorism conspiracy.
Maduro’s trial is set for June 1, 2027, but may be rescheduled.
Capriles believes the military operation might not have happened if Maduro had accepted defeat in the 2024 election.
Capriles says President Trump took a big risk with the operation and it succeeded.
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A large oil tanker linked to Russia’s sanctioned "shadow fleet" has run aground near Oman and is leaking oil. These poorly maintained vessels, often uninsured, pose a serious risk of environmental disasters that affected countries may have to pay for because the shipowners are hard to identify or may have no insurance.
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The Caroline Bezengi is a large oil tanker about the size of three football fields.
It is part of Russia’s "shadow fleet," a group of vessels operating under sanctions.
The tanker ran aground near the Khuriya Muriya Islands off Oman and is leaking oil.
One tanker can carry up to one million barrels of oil, which could cause massive environmental damage.
Sanctions prevent these ships from being repaired or scrapped, increasing the chance of spills.
Unlike public companies, these "shadow fleet" vessels often lack insurance or transparent ownership.
If a spill occurs, the coastal country affected might have to pay for cleanup and damages.
This situation creates a global risk as many countries with coastlines could be affected.
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Chad has announced it will leave the International Criminal Court, saying the court treats African countries unfairly. The decision reflects ongoing concerns by some African nations about how the court operates.
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Chad will withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC).
The reason given is that Chad believes the ICC is biased against African countries.
The ICC is an international court that tries people for serious crimes like war crimes and genocide.
Other African countries have also criticized or left the ICC for similar reasons.
This move highlights tensions between some African nations and international justice bodies.
The announcement was reported on July 28, 2026.
No further details on the withdrawal process or timeline were provided in the article.
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Keiko Fujimori has become Peru’s president after a narrow election win against Roberto Sanchez. She takes office promising to fight crime and restore stability, continuing a political legacy linked to her father, former President Alberto Fujimori.
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Keiko Fujimori won Peru’s presidency by fewer than 50,000 votes in a June runoff election.
She is Peru’s ninth president in 10 years, following a period of political instability with many leaders not finishing their terms.
Fujimori’s party, Fuerza Popular, is the largest group in Congress and, with allies, controls half the Senate seats.
Her campaign focused on tough crime-fighting measures amid Peru’s serious security problems with gangs and violence.
Proposed crime policies include building a mega-prison, anonymous judges for cases, deporting undocumented migrants, and making prisoners work for food.
Keiko Fujimori is the daughter of Alberto Fujimori, president in the 1990s who defeated a Maoist rebellion but was later imprisoned for corruption and human rights abuses.
Her father’s controversial legacy both helped her win and caused fears about possible government abuses under her leadership.
Opposition groups and victims’ families have protested her inauguration, asking for justice and the reopening of investigations into past violence.
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A recent poll found that nearly half of Americans support arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his actions in the war in Gaza. The poll asked if the U.S. should enforce an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for Netanyahu, and 49% of respondents agreed.
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49% of Americans said the U.S. should arrest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
The question was about enforcing an ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu.
The poll was conducted by The Economist and YouGov.
The support is related to Netanyahu’s actions during the Gaza war.
Nearly half of the respondents did not oppose the idea, showing significant backing.
The ICC (International Criminal Court) is a global court that tries cases of war crimes and crimes against humanity.
The poll reflects American opinions on international justice concerning a foreign leader.
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Oman has offered Iran a Gulf-supported plan to jointly manage the Strait of Hormuz, including a system of voluntary fees for ships passing through. This proposal aims to restore steady shipping after disruptions caused by conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran in the region.
Key Facts
Oman presented a proposal to Iran backed by Gulf countries to manage the Strait of Hormuz together.
The plan includes voluntary fees for ships using the strategic waterway, similar to a system in the Strait of Malacca.
The proposal seeks to reduce disruptions caused by conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran.
President Donald Trump paused a US bombing campaign but warned it could resume if negotiations fail.
Iran shut the strait to most ships after US and Israeli attacks began in February 2026.
A previous US-Iran deal partially reopened the strait but collapsed after Iranian attacks on some ships.
Iran wants to charge fees and manage the strait along with Oman, but the US opposes mandatory fees.
Gulf Cooperation Council foreign ministers discussed ways to protect freedom and safety of shipping in the region.
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President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House on Tuesday. The meetings covered several foreign policy topics and took place before Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral, which both leaders attended.
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President Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House.
The meetings happened on a Tuesday.
They discussed multiple foreign policy issues. Foreign policy means how a country deals with other countries.
Both Netanyahu and Zelenskyy attended Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral.
Senator Lindsey Graham was a U.S. senator whose funeral took place around the time of these meetings.
CBS News reported details of these meetings through reporter Natalie Brand.
The meetings highlight ongoing relationships between the U.S., Israel, and Ukraine.
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A judge in Nevada allowed a police interview from 2008 to be used in the trial of Duane “Keffe D” Davis, who is accused of killing rapper Tupac Shakur in 1996. The trial is set to begin on August 10, 2025, and Davis has previously made public statements about his involvement in the case.
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Duane “Keffe D” Davis, age 63, is charged with murder in the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur.
A 2008 police interview with Davis will be used as evidence in his upcoming trial.
The interview was initially claimed to be confidential by Davis’s defense.
Prosecutors argued there was no reason to exclude the interview from the trial.
Tupac Shakur was shot on September 7, 1996, in Las Vegas and died six days later.
Shakur was shot while sitting in a car with Death Row Records founder Marion “Suge” Knight, who survived with minor injuries.
Davis made public statements and co-wrote a book admitting involvement in the shooting and providing the weapon.
The interview has been previously used in books and documentaries about the murders of Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls.
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Fifteen elephants have died in Kenya’s Amboseli National Park and nearby areas over the past month, prompting an investigation by wildlife officials. Some elephants showed signs of partial paralysis before dying, and tests are being done to find out if toxins caused the deaths.
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Fifteen elephants died recently in Amboseli National Park and surrounding areas in Kenya.
Ten elephants showed partial paralysis before dying within two days; the other five were found dead with scavenger damage.
Most of the dead were female elephants and their calves, with only one male elephant affected.
Previous deaths in Kenya have been linked to poisoning caused by poaching or conflicts between humans and wildlife.
Initial lab tests found a possible toxic substance, but government tests did not confirm it; more tests are ongoing.
Officials are also testing water and environmental sources to find common causes.
Authorities say there is no evidence the illness can spread to humans.
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Fighting between Sudan's army and the paramilitary group called the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has gone on for three years. The conflict has caused many deaths, displaced millions of people, and damaged basic services like health care and education.
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The conflict in Sudan involves the national army and a group called the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
More than 13 million people have been forced to leave their homes.
Tens of thousands of civilians have died due to the fighting.
Over half of Sudan’s population now needs humanitarian help.
The health care system in Sudan is heavily damaged.
Millions of children are not attending school.
Both the army and the RSF have been accused of war crimes and abuses.
Recent fighting has focused on the city of el-Obeid, which is under siege by RSF forces.
The Sudanese army recently regained a key highway connecting el-Obeid to the capital, Khartoum, which may reduce RSF strength but many people in the city remain in danger.
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A huge wildfire near Madrid, Spain, has burned an area five times the size of Barcelona and forced 25,000 people to leave their homes. Firefighters have changed their approach to focus mainly on evacuations and protecting property because the fire is too strong to control directly.
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The fire near Madrid has burned 500 square kilometers (193 square miles).
About 25,000 people had to evacuate because of the fire in Ávila province.
Firefighters now prioritize saving lives and homes over fighting the fire in the forest.
This is Spain’s largest recorded wildfire and firefighters say it is unlike anything before.
Wildfires in Spain have increased due to climate change causing more heat waves and droughts.
The country experiences 30 to 40 days of extreme fire risk each year now, compared to 15 days before.
Fires have burned 1,530 square kilometers in Spain during 2026, six times more than the first half of 2025.
Similar large fires are also causing evacuations in neighboring France.
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A Palestinian-American who owns a quarry in the West Bank asked President Trump to help after Israeli settlers attacked his property. The settlers damaged machines and harmed security guards during the raid. This happened shortly after a period of violent attacks by settlers in the region.
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The quarry owner holds both Palestinian and American citizenship.
Israeli settlers attacked his quarry in the occupied West Bank.
The settlers set some machinery on fire during the attack.
Guards at the quarry were physically attacked.
The incident occurred soon after several violent acts by settlers in the area.
The quarry owner is seeking help directly from President Donald Trump.
The West Bank is a territory under Israeli occupation.
Settler violence has been a recent problem in the region.
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