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The Contested Oil Waterway Shaking Global Markets: The 2026 Strait of Hormuz Crisis

The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow channel between Iran and Oman, has erupted into a major geopolitical and economic flashpoint in early 2026. This waterway isn’t just another shipping lane — it’s one of the most important oil chokepoints on Earth, carrying roughly 20 % of the world’s seaborne crude …

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Iran Conflict Escalation 2026

Aaron Zhang, Junior The current conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel is the result of years of tension over nuclear weapons, regional power, and political distrust. The United States and Israel have accused Iran of trying to develop nuclear weapons for several decades. Iran has consistently said its …

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“Assassination List” Doctor Jailed for 12 Years

In March 2017, former British emergency room doctor Martin Watt was found guilty and was sentenced to 12 years in prison. Martin Watt was working in Monklands Hospital since 1994 until he was fired in 2012. Police found three machine guns, two handguns and a bunch of bombs in his …

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