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theconversation.com (2026-07-17). Trump is rehashing old claims the 2020 election was stolen. His real aim: sowing doubt in the midtermsTrump has used a rare nationwide prime-time address to again claim the 2020 presidential election was stolen, US voting machines cannot be trusted, and a "deep state" conspiracy has covered it all up.
However, the declassified documents the White House released alongside the speech do not support those claims.

aljazeera.com (2026-07-16). Iran war live: Tehran vows to crush regional infrastructure if US attacksIran's military warns "all infrastructure in the region will be crushed under steel blows" if the United States carries out its threat to attack Iran's civilian sites.

presstv.co.uk (2026-07-16). Cowardly war crime: Iran condemns US strike near childrens hospital in AhvazIran has condemned a US strike near a children's cancer hospital in the southwestern city of Ahvaz as a "cowardly war crime," saying the attack forced the emergency evacuation of hundreds of vulnerable patients and inflicted fear on children undergoing cancer treatment.

presstv.co.uk (2026-07-16). Iran's Armed Forces strike US targets with missiles, drones amid warning of expanding retaliationIran's Armed Forces have announced new rounds of retaliatory operations against US military targets in the region featuring missile and drone strikes against facilities in Kuwait and Jordan following overnight US attacks on the Iranian coastline and southern cities.

dropsitenews.com (2026-07-16). U.S. and Iran trade strikes for 5th day; 103 House Democrats vote to end Israel aid; Over 200 dead in Congo massacresU.S. hits Iran with fifth day of renewed attacks. Iran responds, hitting U.S. bases in the Gulf. Iran calls Hormuz its "red line." Pricey U.S. drone shot down. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi goes to Doha. WSJ: President Donald Trump favors expanding military operations against Iran.

middleeasteye.net (2026-07-15). Church of England votes to hear Palestinian Christians on Israeli genocide in GazaThe Church of England has voted to hear Palestinian Christians, defying efforts by pro-Israel organisations to dismiss their testimony about Israelís ìsettler colonialismî and ìapartheid systemî.

pewresearch.org (2026-07-15). People in Many Countries Now View China More Positively Than the U.S.More also have confidence in Xi than Trump, according to a survey in three dozen countries

aljazeera.com (2026-07-15). Palestine weekly: Israel attacks children, hospitals in bloody week in GazaIsrael's grip on the occupied West Bank tightens through outposts, demolitions, and army-backed settler raids, as its forces kill aid workers and children in Gaza.

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theguardian.com (2026-07-17). US hits bridges, energy facilities and key port as it expands strikes against IranThe US hit bridges, energy facilities and a key Iranian port on Friday, expanding its aerial campaign against Iran, and prompting swift Iranian strikes against US allies in the Middle East. | Strikes on civilian infrastructure not being used for military purposes could constitute a war crime, human rights experts have said. | The days of US strikes had killed at least 38 people and wounded more than 400 in Iran by Friday morning, said a spokesperson for Iran's health ministry.The Guardian is sometimes presented here for immediate coverage of breaking news; however, it is NOT a truly progressive, alternative, or left-leaning publication. � For example, it often tells us when Gaza and Iran are attacked, but not why, and who truly are the culprits and the intentions of those who commit these war crimes. � Another case in point: it does not provide consistent coverage nor anaysis of the Palestine liberation struggle.

theguardian.com (2026-07-17). Trump makes unverified claims of China 'election meddling' as critics fear ploy to challenge midterm resultsOpponents warn president's address about 2020 election loss is a bid to sow confusion ahead of midterms that could deliver big losses for Republicans

2026-07-17: Iran Roundup

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vaticannews.va (2026-07-17). Global Nobel Laureates Assembly Sign Declaration on Peace AiNobel laureates, international experts and scientists, religious leaders, and former heads of state and government gather at Rome's Capitoline Hill to sign the "Rome Declaration for an Unarmed and Disarming Peace" in the Age of Artificial Intelligence and Nuclear Weapons.

johnmenadue.com (2026-07-17). Gaza: from genocide to engineering genocideWhen the ceasefire was announced, the area occupied by the Israeli army amounted to approximately 53 per cent of the Gaza Strip. After months of this supposed truce, the area under Israeli control expanded to exceed 70 per cent of the Strip's total area, which covers 365 square kilometers.

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presstv.co.uk (2026-07-16). US attacks vicinity of childrens cancer hospital as fresh unprovoked aggression reported across southern IranResidents of Ahvaz have reported hearing multiple explosions after US strikes on several parts of the southwestern Iranian city, including the vicinity of a hospital treating cancer patients, particularly children undergoing chemotherapy.

counterpunch.org (2026-07-16). Has Palestine Already Won the World CupThe Palestinian national soccer team isn't playing in this year's World Cup. But despite a national and global crackdown on pro-Palestinian protest and speech, the games have witnessed an outpouring of support for Palestinians.

counterpunch.org (2026-07-16). Largest Gathering of Service Members For Anti War Protest Since VietnamOn the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, more than 500 veterans and military families gathered in the birthplace of the nation to reject what they called the Trump administration's fascist vision for the country's future (including domestic troop deployments and endless war).

2026-07-16: Oh For the Day When the Bombs Stop Falling

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presstv.co.uk (2026-07-15). IRGC unleashes new wave of retaliatory strikes on US military facilities in Kuwait, Bahrain, JordanIran has formally complained to the United Nations that the United States is systematically violating a landmark ceasefire agreement, documenting 42 breaches and calling on the Security Council to take "immediate, effective, and decisive measures" against Washington.

pewresearch.org (2026-07-15). People in Many Countries Now View China More Positively Than the U.S.More also have confidence in Xi than Trump, according to a survey in three dozen countries

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