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Yemen's Houthis Just Opened a Second Front in the Middle East's Oil War
Houthi rebels struck Saudi Aramco oil facilities in Jazan and Yanbu, widening the Middle East conflict as fears grow over global oil shipping.
Daniel Brooks
August 9, 2026
The World's Only Muslim Nuclear Power Just Extended Its Umbrella to Two More Countries
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan signed the "Mecca Joint Defense Agreement," treating an attack on any one as an attack on all three.
The Timeless Story Editorial Desk
August 8, 2026
Iran "Reopens" the Strait of Hormuz — But Bans the Ships That Need It Most
Iran and Oman have a framework deal on the Strait of Hormuz — but Iran's draft plan would bar U.S. and Israeli ships and charge tolls to pass.
The Timeless Story Editorial Desk
August 8, 2026
Cuba's 6th Blackout of 2026 Traces Straight Back to a U.S. Oil Blockade
Cuba suffered its sixth nationwide blackout of 2026 as a U.S. oil blockade starves the island's power grid. Some residents now sleep on the seawall.
The Timeless Story Editorial Desk
August 4, 2026
Trump Cancels the "Biggest Strike Since WWII" — Iran Talks Resume Today
Trump called off a planned assault on Iran he said would've been the biggest since WWII. Talks over Hormuz and Iran's nuclear program start today.
The Timeless Story Editorial Desk
August 4, 2026
US citizens issued 'be prepared' Middle East warning as Donald Trump threatens Iran
A new travel advisory has been issued for 10 countries in the Middle East by the US State Department
The Timeless Story Editorial Desk
August 1, 2026
The Earthquake Wasn't the Deadliest Part. What Happened Next Was.
A 7.1 earthquake hit Japan, but a mall explosion an hour later proved deadlier.
The Timeless Story Editorial Desk
July 30, 2026
Drone Strikes Ignite Middle East Powder Keg
A wave of drone strikes on Saudi oil facilities sparks a rapid military response.
The Timeless Story Editorial Desk
July 30, 2026