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The Latest: US says it’s carrying out more strikes after Iran’s attacks in Strait of Hormuz

The United States confirms a new round of strikes on Iran, in retaliation for the attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. When asked about Iran’s leadership, President Donald Trump said: “We can play games, but I’m not sure I want to make a deal. Let’s just finish the job.” Trump has indicated he...

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What happenedThe U.S. carried out another round of strikes on Iran late Wednesday, hours after President Donald Trump said that recent….
What changedThe left frames it as "Democrats accuse Graham Platner of trying to put ‘thumb on the scale’ of process to repla...". The right frames it as "US Strikes Iran as Ceasefire Looks Tenuous; Democrats Deliberate Platner Replacement".
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Archive healthStable · 53 sources · all three buckets · comparable news format

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Different Spin. The left frames it as "Democrats accuse Graham Platner of trying to put ‘thumb on the scale’ of process to repla...". The right frames it as "US Strikes Iran as Ceasefire Looks Tenuous; Democrats Deliberate Platner Replacement".

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Right ·News report

US Strikes Iran as Ceasefire Looks Tenuous; Democrats Deliberate Platner Replacement

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The United States confirms a new round of strikes on Iran, in retaliation for the attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. When asked about Iran’s leadership, President Donald Trump said:...

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Center-right ·Analysis

The US is seeking to take the initiative with new Iran strikes - analysis

US President Donald Trump at the NATO Summit in Ankara earlier on July 8 said that Iran was not being serious in the talks on the Memorandum of Understanding.

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Center ·News report

The Latest: US says it’s carrying out more strikes after Iran’s attacks in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. carried out another round of strikes on Iran late Wednesday, hours after President Donald Trump said that recent…

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Left ·News report

Democrats accuse Graham Platner of trying to put ‘thumb on the scale’ of process to replace him

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Frustration mounts that Maine nominee has not withdrawn over sexual assault claim as Trump says Platner ‘in a bind’ Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email Graham Platner, the emb...

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Center ·News report

US launches second day of strikes against Iran

Trump claims Iran has ‘called’ to negotiate but the president casts doubt on the prospects of a deal

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Center-left ·News report

The Latest: US says it's carrying out more strikes after Iran’s attacks in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. has carried out another round of strikes on Iran hours after President Donald Trump said that recent Iranian attacks on ships in Strait of Hormuz signaled the end of the ceasefire

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Center-left ·News report

U.S. Begins Second Day of Strikes Against Iran

President Trump said earlier that a cease-fire was over and warned that the United States would probably hit Iran “hard.”

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Center ·News report

US strikes Iran after ceasefire ends, raising fears of escalation

The U.S. launched strikes on Iran after President Trump declared the ceasefire over, with experts warning of heightened risks as tensions escalate over attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Center ·News report

US strikes Iran after ceasefire ends, raising fears of escalation

The U.S. launched strikes on Iran after President Trump declared the ceasefire over, with experts warning of heightened risks as tensions escalate over attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Center ·News report

US strikes Iran after ceasefire ends, raising fears of escalation

The U.S. launched strikes on Iran after President Trump declared the ceasefire over, with experts warning of heightened risks as tensions escalate over attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Center ·News report

US strikes Iran after ceasefire ends, raising fears of escalation

The U.S. launched strikes on Iran after President Trump declared the ceasefire over, with experts warning of heightened risks as tensions escalate over attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Center ·News report

US strikes Iran after ceasefire ends, raising fears of escalation

The U.S. launched strikes on Iran after President Trump declared the ceasefire over, with experts warning of heightened risks as tensions escalate over attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Center ·News report

US strikes Iran after ceasefire ends, raising fears of escalation

The U.S. launched strikes on Iran after President Trump declared the ceasefire over, with experts warning of heightened risks as tensions escalate over attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Center ·News report

US strikes Iran after ceasefire ends, raising fears of escalation

The U.S. launched strikes on Iran after President Trump declared the ceasefire over, with experts warning of heightened risks as tensions escalate over attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Center ·News report

US strikes Iran after ceasefire ends, raising fears of escalation

The U.S. launched strikes on Iran after President Trump declared the ceasefire over, with experts warning of heightened risks as tensions escalate over attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

Open source
Center ·News report

US strikes Iran after ceasefire ends, raising fears of escalation

The U.S. launched strikes on Iran after President Trump declared the ceasefire over, with experts warning of heightened risks as tensions escalate over attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Center ·News report

Trump orders new strikes on Iran over attacks on shipping in Hormuz

US President Donald Trump ordered new strikes on Iran on Wednesday and warned of "much worse" if Tehran continues to attack vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, the vital oil shipping channel.

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Center-left ·News report

Trump says ceasefire is 'over' as U.S. launches more strikes on Iran

The U.S. is carrying out a second straight night of attacks on Iran. The U.S. military says it launched strikes to degrade Iran's ability to threaten navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Pre...

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Center ·News report

US expands military strikes on Iran after Trump says he’ll ‘hit them hard’

US forces have expanded their military strikes on Iran, after blaming Tehran for breaking the Mo U to end the war.

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Center-left ·News report

Trump declares Iran ceasefire 'over' as U.S. launches new retaliatory strikes

The latest U.S. strikes came after Iran targeted unarmed commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, with President Trump saying he is “not sure” he wants to make a deal with the Iranians. NB...

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Center-left ·News report

Oil prices rise after Trump remarks on Iran ceasefire

Oil prices rise after Trump remarks on Iran ceasefire Oil prices rose worldwide after Trump suggested ending the ceasefire with Iran during remarks at the Nato summit in Ankara. Brent crude...

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Center ·News report
The Hill5m ago

US strikes Iran as Trump says truce 'over'

Welcome to The Hill's Defense & Nat Sec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story US strikes Iran as Trump says truce 'over' The U.S. military...

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Center ·News report

US launches 2nd night of strikes against Iran, as Israel said bracing for war to restart

US refueling planes to reportedly return to region; Iran threatens to close Hormuz; Pakistan urges restraint on all sides; PM: Hegseth nixing visit to Israel 'could mean something'

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Center ·Wire story
UPI39m ago

United States strikes Iran again as Trump issues new threats

The U.S. resumed attacks against Iran on Wednesday "to further degrade their ability to threaten freedom of navigation," U.S. Central Command said.

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Center ·News report

Maine Democrats plan 600-person convention to replace Graham Platner once he drops out

The U.S. Senate candidate has until Monday to exit the race.

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Center-left ·News report

U.S. Resumes Offensive Strikes Against Iran as ‘Ceasefire’ Collapses

President Trump ordered another round of bombing against Iran after accusing the "Islamic Republic of Japan" of conducting missile strikes

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Center ·News report

Oil rises more than a dollar per barrel as US launches fresh strikes against Iran

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Center-left ·News report

US carries out another round of strikes on Iran after Trump says ceasefire is over

The U.S. carried out another round of strikes on Iran on Wednesday, hours after President Donald Trump said that recent Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz signaled the end of...

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Center ·News report
Bloomberg27m ago

US Launches Strikes on Iran for Second Straight Day

The US military is striking Iran for the second straight day to degrade their ability to threaten freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Annmarie Hordern reports on "Balance of Powe...

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Center-left ·News report

Trump says new round of strikes on Iran is ‘in retribution’ for ‘bombing ships’

US President Donald Trump says the latest round of strikes on Iran is “in retribution” for the “bombing of ships”.

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Center-left ·News report
Vox47m ago

Is the US at war with Iran again?

This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here. Welcome...

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Center-right ·News report

Timeline: Here’s what has happened between the US and Iran since the MOU was signed

A draft copy of the contents of a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran was released on June 17. The MOU declared immediate and permanent termination of all militar...

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Center-left ·News report
CBS News35m ago

U.S. launches more strikes against Iran after Trump says ceasefire is "over"

The U.S. began a second night of strikes against Iranian targets late Wednesday, following Iranian attacks on commercial oil tankers.

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Center ·News report

US launches new strikes on Iran after Trump vows to hit 'hard'

TEHRAN - The United States launched new strikes on Iran on Wednesday after President Donald Trump vowed to hit "hard" following Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Center ·News report

‘Big attack’: Trump launches second night of strikes against Iran

The US launched the new strikes as the ceasefire and tentative peace deal continues to fray following renewed Iranian aggression in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Center-left ·News report

‘Big attack’: Trump launches second night of strikes against Iran

The US launched the new strikes as the ceasefire and tentative peace deal continues to fray following renewed Iranian aggression in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Center ·News report

US launches new strikes on Iran after Trump vows to hit ‘hard’

The United States launched new strikes on Iran on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump vowed to hit “hard” following Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump, while orde...

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Center ·News report
BBC World55m ago

US launches more strikes on Iran with blasts reported in south of country

Trump says the attacks are "retribution for yesterday's bombing of ships by Iran". Iran earlier promised strong retaliation.

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Center-left ·News report
The Hindu1h ago

U.S. launches new strikes on Iran after Trump vows to hit 'hard'

Both the United States and Iran said they had hit dozens of targets in the initial wave of attacks

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Center ·News report

US carries out another round of strikes on Iran after Trump says ceasefire is over

President Donald Trump said the interim agreement with Iran was “over” but would allow talks to continue, raising concerns about the wider conflict.

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Center ·News report

US carries out another round of strikes on Iran after Trump says ceasefire is over

President Donald Trump said the interim agreement with Iran was “over” but would allow talks to continue, raising concerns about the wider conflict.

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Center ·News report

US carries out another round of strikes on Iran after Trump says ceasefire is over

President Donald Trump said the interim agreement with Iran was “over” but would allow talks to continue, raising concerns about the wider conflict.

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Center ·News report

US carries out another round of strikes on Iran after Trump says ceasefire is over

President Donald Trump said the interim agreement with Iran was “over” but would allow talks to continue, raising concerns about the wider conflict.

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Center ·News report

US strikes Iran after ceasefire ends, raising fears of escalation

The US launched strikes on Iran after President Trump declared the ceasefire over, with experts warning of heightened risks as tensions escalate over attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Center ·News report

US strikes Iran after ceasefire ends, raising fears of escalation

The US launched strikes on Iran after President Trump declared the ceasefire over, with experts warning of heightened risks as tensions escalate over attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Center ·News report

US strikes Iran after ceasefire ends, raising fears of escalation

The US launched strikes on Iran after President Trump declared the ceasefire over, with experts warning of heightened risks as tensions escalate over attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Center ·News report

US strikes Iran after ceasefire ends, raising fears of escalation

The US launched strikes on Iran after President Trump declared the ceasefire over, with experts warning of heightened risks as tensions escalate over attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Center ·News report

US carries out another round of strikes on Iran after Trump says ceasefire is over

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The U.S. carried out another round of strikes on Iran on Wednesday, hours after President Donald Trump said that recent Iranian attacks on ships in the St...

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Center ·News report

Oil prices extend gains after hours as U.S. forces conduct additional strikes on Iran

Oil prices settled at their highest levels in more than two weeks on Wednesday, then extended their gains in after-hours trading after the U.S. military said it launched additional strikes...

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Center-right ·News report

U.S. conducts new strikes on Iran as Trump leaves NATO summit

President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to end the ceasefire with Iran and take Kharg Island after Iran launched strikes in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, setting off a series of b...

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Right ·News report
RedState2h ago

It's On: Trump Orders New Strikes on Iran to Protect Ships in Strait of Hormuz

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Center ·News report
France 242h ago

US says it's carrying out more strikes after Iran’s attacks in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. carried out another round of strikes on Iran on Wednesday, hours after President Donald Trump said that recent Iranian attacks on ships in Strait of Hormuz signaled the end of the...

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