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CMA CGM imposes Hormuz surcharge

CMA CGM will apply an emergency fuel surcharge starting August 1 due to renewed tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and a rise in bunker costs, with charges ranging from $65 to $165 per container across all regions and trades. The surcharge, in effect until further notice, will impact shipments globally and applies to both dry and refrigerated containers on various routes.

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Stanton Wins Arizona CD4 Democratic Primary

Stanton won the Democratic primary in Arizona’s 4th District, fending off Kai Newkirk and securing a general election matchup against Republican Zuhdi Jasser, while critics highlighted Stanton’s pro-Israel stance and ties to business groups. The contest illustrated intra-party tensions between moderates and the progressive left, with Newkirk’s challenges to Stanton’s corporate donations and AIPAC-supported positions, though Stanton remains favored to win in the blue district.

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Tehran Air Defences Activated; Strikes Reported Nationwide

Iranian state media reported air defenses activated across Tehran with strikes elsewhere in the country, including explosions in Bushehr near a nuclear plant, signaling heightened regional tensions. Additional developments show Isfahan’s air defenses activated amid ongoing U.S. strikes, Tehran redeployments, potential airspace closure risks, and commentary that President Trump could influence escalation dynamics.

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Graham funeral plans set for DC and SC

Memorial plans for Senator Lindsey Graham span Washington, D.C. and South Carolina, beginning with a Capitol arrival ceremony on July 28 carried by an Armed Forces Body Bearer Team, a private Rotunda program, and a 2 p.m. Washington National Cathedral service with a Trump tribute, followed by a state-m courtesy procession and funeral in Columbia with a flyover and public opportunities to pay respects. The events will conclude with South Carolina ceremonies on July 29, including a State House procession and First Baptist Church of Columbia service, with livestreams available for public viewing.

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Vance Links Epstein to Israeli Intelligence

Vice President JD Vance told Joe Rogan that the Trump administration absolutely screwed up the communications around the Epstein files release and should have released documents more quickly, while denying it was a coordinated cover-up. He also highlighted the challenge of redactions and distinguishing victims from co-conspirators, and cited Epstein’s alleged intelligence connections as part of the broader context.

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Netanyahu warns Iran of stronger response

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Iran that any future attack would trigger a far stronger Israeli response, emphasizing readiness to act decisively and promising no repeat of past outcomes. The remarks, delivered at the Negev conference amid ongoing tensions and recent Israeli strikes in Iran and regional hostilities, signal a renewed posture of deterrence as the ceasefire remains fragile and the risk of escalation persists.