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'Unidentified' explosions near Strait of Hormuz in southern Iran

Strait of Hormuz, Iran ·

The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow waterway between Iran and Oman that links the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the wider Arabian Sea, and carries a large share of the world's seaborne oil and gas exports.

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  1. Viola Troupe stages play "The Guests" at Homs Cultural Palace

    Homs, Syria · · Other · Claim · 1 source

  2. Update: China's top diplomat meets deputy secretary of Iran SNSC

    Iran · · Diplomacy · Claim · 1 source

  3. Trump claims oil prices drop nearly USD 10 per barrel ahead of US midterms, says Iran wants a settlement

    Tehran, Iran · · Energy · Developing · 2 sources

  4. Saudi Arabia and China discuss regional developments and strengthening bilateral ties

    Saudi Arabia · · Diplomacy · Developing · 3 sources

  5. Trump says Iran wants deal "more than ever", sees "no rush" to decide on renewed strikes

    Tehran, Iran · · Diplomacy · Developing · 2 sources

  6. War On Iran: – Iran Hints At New Target Bank

    Iran · · Diplomacy · Claim · 1 source

  7. Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs takes part in opening of Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference ADIPEC 2026

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · · Energy · Confirmed · 7 sources

  8. Trump: Iran wants to reach an agreement, and that may happen

    Tehran, Iran · · Diplomacy · Confirmed · 12 sources

  9. Peace, stability in Mideast require joint efforts, Chinese president tells Omani sultan

    Oman · · Diplomacy · Confirmed · 4 sources

  10. Up to six blasts reported near Iran's Qeshm Island as Israeli TV cites US strike

    Qeshm Island, Iran · · Strike · Developing · 4 sources

  11. Israeli forces raid several homes during an incursion into Al-Far'a camp south of Tubas

    Tammun, Palestine · · Security · Developing · 2 sources

  12. Over a splash of water, Egyptian player killed by his neighbours

    Cairo, Egypt · · Security · Claim · 1 source

  13. Yemen: ministerial changes in the Zindani government and military appointments

    Tawr Al Bahah, Yemen · · Politics · Confirmed · 7 sources

  14. Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Russian State Library explore cooperation opportunities

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates · · Other · Claim · 1 source

  15. 3 US drones shot down near Strait of Hormuz: Iran's IRGC

    Strait of Hormuz, Iran · · Interception · Developing · 2 sources

  16. US Embassy in Saudi Arabia warns citizens of possible Houthi attacks, airport disruptions amid rising tensions

    King Khalid International, Saudi Arabia · · Security · Developing · 2 sources

  17. Iranian news agency: five explosions heard on Qeshm Island in the south of the country

    Qeshm Island, Iran · · Other · Confirmed · 24 sources

  18. Netanyahu says he is open to broad Israeli government but insists on leading it

    Israel · · Politics · Confirmed · 7 sources

  19. Official: Iranian negotiators left Doha talks and a draft proposal is being circulated

    Doha, Qatar · · Diplomacy · Confirmed · 35 sources

  20. Reuters: US to hold trilateral talks with Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi on November 10 and 11

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · · Diplomacy · Confirmed · 5 sources

  21. Abu Dhabi for Development: Flag Day is a renewed pledge of loyalty to the homeland and protection of its gains

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · · Other · Claim · 1 source

  22. Former Israeli conscript reveals army manipulation of information about Gaza war

    Gaza Strip, Palestine · · Other · Developing · 3 sources

  23. Central bank governor: the UAE flag is a symbol of unity, sovereignty and pride in national identity

    United Arab Emirates · · Other · Claim · 1 source

  24. U.S., Iran Threaten Escalation as Diplomacy Stalls

    Natanz, Iran · · Diplomacy · Developing · 2 sources

  25. "I am elegant with my morals" continues its educational message at the Sufay girls' Azhari institute with an awareness seminar on piety and charity

    As Suways, Egypt · · Other · Claim · 1 source

  26. Urgent: assistant teacher jobs 2026: applications reopen for 4 subjects with 7,016 science opportunities

    Egypt · · Other · Claim · 1 source

  27. Registration link for the Holy Quran Corner remote programme 2026: Al-Azhar allows 5,000 students to register

    Egypt · · Other · Claim · 1 source

  28. Disputes with Ayman El Ramady: Al Bank Al Ahly studies the future of the coaching staff, with Assem Salah among the considerations

    Cairo, Egypt · · Other · Claim · 1 source

  29. Anba Mikhail meets the Helwan priests' council

    Helwan, Egypt · · Other · Claim · 1 source

  30. Alexandria Union sets two signings as its top priorities in the winter transfer window

    Alexandria, Egypt · · Other · Claim · 1 source

  31. 4 billion pounds ignites controversy: new details about the Zamalek football company

    Zamalek, Egypt · · Other · Claim · 1 source

  32. Council of State settles whether the medical professions risk compensation fund falls under the Financial Regulatory Authority

    Cairo, Egypt · · Politics · Claim · 1 source

  33. Tariq Mustafa faces possible departure from Jordan's Al-Faisaly, and the match against Al-Taawon will decide his future

    Jordan · · Other · Claim · 1 source

  34. Urgent: amid US bombing, Iran's skies almost empty of air traffic

    Iran · · Strike · Claim · 1 source

  35. Israel’s Eisenkot rules out joining Netanyahu-led government, even at Trump’s request: Report

    Israel · · Politics · Developing · 4 sources

  36. Egypt's Banque du Caire debuts on EGX after largest IPO in market history

    Cairo, Egypt · · Economy · Developing · 3 sources

  37. With "light projection and live music", the Grand Egyptian Museum marks one year since its opening with the masterpiece "The Eternal Sun"

    Giza, Egypt · · Other · Claim · 1 source

  38. Deadly Houthi attacks in Taiz: 60 civilian victims from a ballistic missile, a soldier killed and 14 injured

    Taiz Governorate, Yemen · · Strike · Confirmed · 5 sources

  39. Trump: I have not made up my mind on Iran, and Tehran wants an agreement

    Tehran, Iran · · Diplomacy · Confirmed · 9 sources

  40. Jordan's crown prince: we condemn Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and support its measures to protect its resources

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · · Diplomacy · Confirmed · 5 sources

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