Iran and US trade strikes, shattering brief lull in fighting
BBC NewsWednesday, July 29, 2026 at 4:30 AM
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US Central Command says it intercepted "multiple" ballistic missiles fired by Iran.
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- This story shapes how governments, markets, and the public read the international order today. US Central Command says it intercepted "multiple" ballistic missiles fired by Iran. Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to Iran and Trade.
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US Central Command says it intercepted "multiple" ballistic missiles fired by Iran.
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This story shapes how governments, markets, and the public read the international order today.
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BBC News published: Iran and US trade strikes, shattering brief lull in fighting
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Economic impact
Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to Iran and Trade.
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