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Conflict Events Archive
17,746 documented events · latest Aug 19, 2026 — chronological archive with full summaries and multi-source verification.
Trump leaves open possibility of further sanctions on Iran
The US president said "very draconian sanctions" were being considered
Iran Update, August 19, 2026
The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) and The Critical Threats Project (CTP) at the American Enterprise Institute are publishing daily updates to provide analysis…
Violence in the New Syria?
The death of Syrian White Helmets rescuer Mohammad Ghamira after an alleged police beating has sparked protests.
Media Accuses Hegseth Of Covering Up USS Lincoln Supply Crisis
Media Accuses Hegseth Of Covering Up USS Lincoln Supply Crisis The scandal and controversy over the USS Lincoln aircraft carrier continues, despite the Trump administration and top military brass…
Iran’s hardline parliament raises concerns with ‘foreign infiltration’ plan
Citizens and entities would have to seek authorisation to contact universities or talk to foreign media.
Canada boosts Lebanon aid to $50m and condemns Israeli ‘unlawful invasion’
Canada official condemns Israel's 'invasion' of Lebanon, calls for sovereignty as aid pledged to the crisis-hit nation.
NATO ‘prepared’ to defend allies amid report of Iranian strike plans
NATO says it will 'do what is necessary' amid media report Iran considered strikes against US targets in Europe.
Dialogue with US to be fruitless, unless Iran combat ready — Majlis speaker
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said "it is Washington and the war it unleashed that are causing instability in the region and disrupting normal trade routes"
Hamas condemns ‘new war crime’ as Israel kills 10 in crowded Gaza hubs
Israeli air strikes on Gaza kill 10 Palestinians, targeting police headquarters and a refugee camp in separate attacks.
US pressure on Israel needed for peace in Syria
With Israeli elections approaching, analysts say Netanyahu needs a new escalation, undermining deconfliction efforts.
The Strait of Hormuz Is Open. Also Closed. It’s Complicated.
The Strait of Hormuz "will not be opened," Iranian warned on Tuesday, "Until the U.S. commitments in the memorandum—including lifting the blockade, releasing frozen assets, lifting oil sanctions…
Trump leaves open possibility of US-Iran talks resuming
The US president repeated that "Iran cannot have nuclear weapons" and reiterated that Washington has complete control over the Strait of Hormuz
Seven decades of US regime change efforts: What have they achieved?
US interventions in Iran and beyond reveal a recurring pattern of regime changes, with high human and financial costs.
Israel admits firing on car carrying Hind Rajab, symbol of Gaza’s suffering
The Israeli military has announced a criminal investigation into the killing that shook the world.
Strike on Abu-Duhur could provoke military clash between Israel, Turkey, Syria — US envoy
According to Tom Barrack, the lack of clear channels of communication between the states could have made the situation "much more serious"
Israel numbers Palestinian detainee foreheads: What we know
Palestinian news outlets reported a man with the number ‘44’ written on his forehead following a raid in Qabatiya.
China may reduce reliance on Straits of Hormuz and Malacca via NSR — Fortune
According to the publication, interest in the Arctic route has surged following the effective suspension of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz due to the war involving the US, Israel, and Iran
Houthis attack eight Saudi oil tankers over month — spokesman
Five vessels were attacked in the Red Sea and three in the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Aden
Israel sees US joint mechanism to resolve Gaza problem pointless — portal
"Just as it is clear that Hamas will not disarm of its own free will, so it is clear that such mechanisms will not work," the source said
Why aid entering Gaza may not reach those who need it
It is extremely difficult for trucks to get through the Israeli blockade, let alone for drivers to reach aid warehouses.