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FILE PHOTO: Vessel at the Strait of Hormuz, off the coast of Oman’s Musandam province

World Apr 23

Trump likes a naval blockade. But Iran presents major differences from Venezuela and Cuba

By Ben Finley, David Klepper, Konstantin Toropin, Associated Press

World Apr 18

FILE PHOTO: Aircraft prepares to land at Brussels International Airport, in Zaventem
How consumers can navigate the cost of available flights impacted by the Iran war

Experts say booking earlier, and staying flexible on dates, destinations and departure airports can help reduce costs.

By Rio Yamat, Associated Press

World Apr 18

Ships and tankers in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Musandam
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz over U.S. blockade and fires on ships

The developments come after the United States said it would continue its blockade. Meanwhile, Pakistani mediators are working to organize new negotiations between the countries.

By Sam Metz, Samy Magdy, Associated Press

World Apr 13

FILE PHOTO: A vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, off the coast of Oman’s Musandam province
U.S. military is poised to blockade Iranian ports, while Tehran threatens ports in the Mideast

In a social media message posted shortly after the blockade was due to begin, President Donald Trump said Iran’s navy was “laying at the bottom of the sea, completely obliterated,” but he added that Tehran still has “fast attack ships,”…

By Samy Magdy, Julia Frankel, Mike Corder, Associated Press

Nation Apr 06

U.S. opposition lawmakers visit Cuba, call on Trump to "bring the rhetoric down
U.S. lawmakers visiting Cuba denounce effects of 'economic bombing' under energy blockade

Two U.S. lawmakers are calling for a permanent solution to Cuba’s crises after witnessing the effects of a U.S. energy blockade during an official visit.

By Cristiana Mesquita, Andrea Rodriguez, Associated Press

Mar 31

Sanctioned Russian tanker docks in Cuba after U.S. allows passage

By Milexsy Duran, Associated Press

Cuba used to receive most of its oil from Venezuela, but those shipments were halted ever since the U.S. attacked the South American country and arrested its leader in early January.

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May 19

As Israel's blockade pushes Gaza towards famine, aid workers say they feel helpless

By Sarah El Deeb, Associated Press

Humanitarian workers in Gaza have overflowed with anger, frustration and horror as Israel’s blockade pushed the territory into famine.

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Aug 22

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Tuberville's hold on military promotions is impacting troop readiness, Mullen says

By Nick Schifrin, Dan Sagalyn

The Constitution assigns to the Senate the power to approve the president's nominations of officers of the United States. This includes general and flag officers at the Defense Department. But this year, Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville has held up all…

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Jan 01

Watch 8:02
Water crisis may make Gaza Strip uninhabitable by 2020

By Fred de Sam Lazaro

In the Gaza Strip, 97 percent of freshwater is unsuitable for human consumption, and raw sewage pours into the Mediterranean Sea. Facilities for desalinating and treating water function on only a limited basis, as Israel controls the flow of fuel…

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Apr 25

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Scattered violence underscores tension between Ukraine and Russia

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