Trump Threatens Iran Infrastructure Strikes as Hormuz Spreads
Trump floated a “largest strike” option as Iran retaliated against U.S. targets across the Middle East.
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Earlier: Trump warns Russia, China against selling arms to IranSeries: United States · Iran War Escalation · 5 chapters since Jul 23
Trump to use frozen Iranian assets to cover Hormuz attacks
Abbas Araghchi warned the seizure could set a dangerous precedent and trigger retaliation.
Series: United States · Iran War Funding Push · 4 chapters since Jul 21Trump says Netanyahu will not be arrested in the US
The comment came after New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani said the city lacks independent authority to enforce the ICC warrant.
Bloomberg, The New York Times +9
Trump threatens to add Canada wildfire smoke costs to tariffs
The move could deepen U.S.-Canada trade tensions as smoke drifts across state lines and air-quality alerts spread in several states.
The Straits Times, Antara News
Trump backs Darline Graham Nordone in Aug. 11 Senate primary
What's next: The interim South Carolina senator would serve only until January unless she wins the special Republican primary for a full term.
Trump Media markets fast Truth Social feed to banks, traders
What's new: The Financial Times reported the service was pitched at up to $100,000 a month for early access to market-moving posts.
Trump Media to sell real-time Truth Social feed to Wall Street
What's new: The paid API starts Aug. 1, and the company said some institutional customers have already signed up.
Bloomberg, CNBC +3
Trump pushes ICE to keep traffic stops after 2 fatal shootings
Why it matters: The clash muddles enforcement policy after deaths in Maine and Texas triggered protests and an internal review.
NPR, The Hill +2
Trump backs Mike Lindell in Minnesota governor’s race
What’s new: The endorsement elevates a prominent 2020 election denier ahead of Trump’s planned speech on election security.
The New York Times, PBS NewsHour +2
Lula blasts Trump’s 20% tariff plan for Hormuz ships
Brazil warns the levy could lift food and fuel prices as war costs spill into local commodities and shipping rates.
Series: Donald Trump · Hormuz Transit Fee Plan · 2 chapters since Jul 14Trump reinstates Iran blockade, seeks 20% fee on Hormuz cargo
Why it matters: The move deepens a US-Iran clash that has disrupted a key oil route and driven up energy prices.
The New York Times, The Straits Times
Trump seeks 20% fee on Strait of Hormuz cargo as oil jumps
Why it matters: The strait carried about 20% of global oil trade before the war, and the proposal shook stocks and energy markets.
Bloomberg, The Hill
Trump threatens Iran with 1,000 missiles over plot
The warning follows Israeli intelligence on an alleged new plot against Trump as U.S.-Iran attacks resume.
Earlier: Trump orders Iran strike response if assassination plot is carried outSeries: United States · Iran Conflict Escalation · 32 chapters since Jul 7Judge orders release of Trump’s $5.8 million Carroll payment
What’s next: E. Jean Carroll is set to receive the 2023 judgment plus interest after the Supreme Court declined Trump’s appeal.
Bloomberg, The Hill
Trump orders DOJ review as gasoline prices lag oil’s sharp drop
Why it matters: Oil slid after a US-Iran interim peace deal eased Strait of Hormuz traffic, but pump prices have not fallen at the same pace.
Bloomberg, BBC News (US & Canada) +4
Starmer reported to be preparing a resignation timeline, Trump joins speculation
The PM's office has not denied the claim as Labour pressure grows after the Makerfield by-election.
Antara News, CNBC Indonesia +1
Trump claims Starmer is set to quit as UK leadership crisis deepens
What's new: Starmer has not confirmed any exit, but reports say he could decide within days whether to resign or fight a challenge.
The Straits Times, Fox News +1
Paint peels from Trump-backed $14 million Reflecting Pool redo
What's new: Workers were pumping out blue paint chips and algae days before July 4 events tied to the US 250th anniversary.
Trump set June 19 signing for Iran deal, Hormuz reopening
Why it matters: Trump said Iran would reopen the waterway for mine-clearing and waive transit charges, a key step for oil flows.
Bloomberg, CNBC Indonesia
Trump turns July 4 Mall event into rally for US 250th anniversary
Why it matters: The plan heightens scrutiny over using a federal celebration and public space for overt campaign-style politics.
The Straits Times, The Hill
Trump threatens to seize Iran's Kharg Island, then pulls back
What's new: After vowing fresh strikes and control of Iran's oil hub, Trump later canceled the attack and pointed to talks with Tehran.
CNBC, MarketWatch
Trump urges Netanyahu to stop Israeli strikes on Beirut
Trump said no Israeli troops would enter Beirut as the flare-up briefly disrupted U.S.-Iran negotiations.
BBC News (US & Canada), Republika +2