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According to Iran's Mahr News Agency: An Iranian military spokesman said that the United States' compliance with the memorandum of understanding and the implementation of "Iranian regulations" in the Strait of Hormuz are the only way to reopen the waterway.

Conflict situations1. Iranian officials: A new round of U.S. air strikes has injured more than 260 people in Iran. 2. The United States strikes again at the Chabahar Port Maritime Traffic Control Center. 3. Israeli army: Two Hamas "Nuhba" commanders were killed in an airstrike in northern Gaza. 4. US military: It took 90 minutes to complete the attack on Iran. 5. U.S. officials said the recent U.S. strikes against Iran are increasing the U.S.'s options for further escalation. 6. The US military launched a Hellfire missile against an oil tanker heading to Iran. 7. Trump: (Asked if he would set a deadline for bombing Iran) I don’t like setting deadlines. US-Iran Negotiations1. Iranian Foreign Minister: Iran will not bow its head and demand negotiations with the United States. 2. Iran: No negotiation plans at present, focusing on defense. 3. Former Israeli intelligence representative in the United States: Military escalation is now more likely than negotiation. 4. U.S. official: Trilateral talks between the United States, Israel and Lebanon have concluded and achieved positive results. In the next step, all parties will conduct wider technical consultations. Strait of Hormuz1. Iranian government: Iran will never allow the United States to interfere in the management of the Strait. Vessels illegally passing through will face penalties. 2. Iranian Government: In the past 24 hours, at least two ships were intercepted by the Revolutionary Guard Navy through warning shots for violating regulations. Other situations1. Netanyahu may visit the United States this week. 2. Israeli media: The United States is pressuring to lift restrictions on Ben Gurion Airport. 3. Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has denied ties to Israeli intelligence agencies. 4. Trump: Our relationship with Iraq went from not being very good to very good. will establish a long-term relationship with Iraq. 5. Trump and Netanyahu may meet next Monday. 6. The U.S. House of Representatives budget bill will accelerate the allocation of $73 billion in Iran war funds. 7. US Vice President Vance: The United States will not send ground troops to implement regime change. 8. US Vice President Vance: There are people in Israel who are manipulating US public opinion to prolong military operations.

The U.S. State Department has approved the sale of C-17 transport aircraft to Kuwait for an estimated value of $484 million.

The U.S. State Department approved the sale of advanced precision strike weapon systems and related equipment to Saudi Arabia, with an estimated transaction value of US$1.96 billion.

U.S. Central Command: The U.S. military implemented maritime blockade measures against Iran in the Arabian Gulf on July 15 and stopped an unloaded oil tanker that was trying to sail to an Iranian port.

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings show Nike (NKE.N) CEO Elliott Hill's total compensation in 2026 will be $36.3 million.

Nike (NKE.N): As of May 31, 2026, it has received US$302 million in IEEPA tariff refunds, and another US$684 million is waiting to be returned.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent chaired an internal meeting of the Financial Stability Oversight Committee on the 15th local time. During the internal meeting, the committee heard a briefing from Treasury staff on a recent cross-agency geopolitical risk tabletop exercise sponsored by Treasury to implement the committee's work to promote economic security. The committee also heard a report on the work of the Artificial Intelligence Working Group, and briefings on four public-private sector roundtables organized jointly by the Commission and the Ministry of Finance within the framework of the Artificial Intelligence Innovation Series. These discussions are intended to support the continued strength and resilience of the U.S. financial system in an era of accelerated technological change. The committee then heard a briefing on the quarterly Financial Stability Monitor report, which discussed supply chain risks, the impact of artificial intelligence on labor and capital markets, and cybersecurity issues. Finally, the committee heard a report on the planning work for the upcoming 2026 annual report. The committee also voted to approve the minutes from its last meeting on May 6.

President Trump: We will take action soon to make it easier for veterans to become truck drivers.

Hassett, Director of the White House National Economic Council: Today I met with Treasury Secretary Bessant to discuss the future tax agenda.

US President Trump: General Dynamics' progress is slower than we hoped.

U.S. President Trump: (On oil) Prices went up a little bit because I had to take tough measures.

US President Trump: (Regarding Iran) They will be defeated soon.

The Dow Jones Index closed up 150.25 points, or 0.29%, at 52658.52 points on July 15 (Wednesday);The S&P 500 Index closed up 28.8 points on July 15 (Wednesday) 5 points, an increase of 0.38%, to 7572.44 points;The Nasdaq Composite Index closed up 162.22 points, or 0.62%, to 26269.23 points on July 15 (Wednesday).

According to Iranian media Fars News: Explosions were heard near the Sheikh Issa US military base in Bahrain.

U.S. President Donald Trump praised the CEOs of JPMorgan Chase (JPM.N), Boeing (BA.N) and General Dynamics.

U.S. President Trump: Will announce nearly $10 billion in investments in the defense industry.

According to NewsNation: Trump said that if a solution cannot be reached with the Iranian Revolutionary Guards, the United States may eliminate them like it did with the "Islamic State".

US President Trump: Iran wants to meet.

US President Trump: The United States should have the lowest interest rates in the world.