Day News Recap: Middle East tensions deepen as Ukraine ports hit and markets swing on commodities
Iran said the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked, even as the United States claimed control of the waterway and mediators tried to revive stalled talks, underscoring the risk of a wider confrontation. A separate report said Iranian leaders are weighing how long they can sustain the war with the United States and Israel as economic strain deepens. 🔗 🔗Violence also escalated across Yemen and Lebanon. Houthi attacks killed civilians and soldiers and hit targets across Yemen and beyond, while Yemeni government forces said they repelled a Houthi assault in Taiz province. Lebanon accused Israel of strikes, incursions and demolitions in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 13 Aug 2026 18:05 LONDON
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Explosion at munitions factory near Rome in Colleferro
An explosion has hit a munitions factory in Colleferro, on the outskirts of Rome, after a fire broke out at the site on Thursday. The blast was heard several kilometres away, according to local reports, and sent a thick column of smoke above the facility. Emergency crews were already at the plant trying to bring the fire under control when the explosion occurred.The incident took place at the former Simmel Difesa site, now operated by KNDS Ammo Italy, a subsidiary of the Franco-German defence group KNDS. The company produces medium- and large-calibre ammunition for land and naval use, as well... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Aug 2026 17:35 LONDON
