American military presence in Iraq is going to end after almost 23 years. Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has announced that all American troops will leave Iraq by September 30. He gave this information during the meeting with US President Donald Trump in Washington. During this meeting held at the White House, President Trump said that America no longer feels the need to keep its army in Iraq. He said that his government believes that at present there is no need for American military presence there.

America started military operations in Iraq in 2003 and thousands of American soldiers have been deployed there since then. Their numbers have been continuously reduced in recent years. Until recently, there were about 2,500 American soldiers present in Iraq, whose main job was to support the campaign against the Islamic State (ISIS). However, in the last few months the number of soldiers has been further reduced. Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi said that after the withdrawal of American troops, his government will take strict action against armed groups in the country. He clearly said that after September 30, no organization or group will be allowed to possess weapons from outside the country or carry out independent military activities.

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An earthquake of 5.9 magnitude occurred on the west coast of New Zealand’s South Island on Thursday (16 July 2026). Officials have issued a tsunami alert in this area and have appealed to people to immediately move to safe and higher places. According to the US Geological Survey, the epicenter of the earthquake was about 42 kilometers north-northwest of Te Anau city.

The earthquake was felt in the Southland region, including Queenstown and Milford Sound. At present there is no news of any casualties or damage to buildings. Assessing the threat, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has said that there is a possibility of a devastating tsunami.

Amidst the tsunami warning, the National Emergency Management has ordered the immediate evacuation of the coastal areas from Milford Sound to Puisegur Point. NEMA said: ‘If you are near any coast of the South Island and you felt a shock that lasted more than a minute or was so strong that it was difficult to stand, do not wait for the siren to go off. Go to a higher place immediately.

important guidelines

• Stay away from beaches and waterways.
• Do not go back to the sea or to the evacuated areas until the Civil Defense or officials give clear instructions regarding safety.
• Dangerous and rough sea waves may continue for the next few hours, so do not enter the sea or go there for sightseeing or sightseeing.

New Zealand is located on the border of the Australian and Pacific tectonic plates and has many active and quiescent volcanoes, due to which there is a possibility of earthquakes. For all these reasons, New Zealand is among the countries in the world where earthquakes occur the most. Christchurch, the South Island’s largest city, was devastated by a powerful earthquake in 2011. 185 people lost their lives in that accident.

China has been shown in a survey to be in a better position than America. Recently, Pew Research Center conducted a survey in 36 countries in the beginning of the year 2026. Apart from these, the opinion of the common people was also known about the heads of states of the countries regarding Trump and Jinping.

Pew’s recently released survey was conducted among 42,151 adults from 36 countries and regions from February 8 to May 13, 2026. It was revealed that in many places the good opinion about China has reached record levels. At the same time, people’s opinion about America has deteriorated. In 25 out of these 36 countries, people said that their opinion about China is better than that of America.

Apart from this, it was learned from the people involved in the survey that they had a good opinion about every superpower. To some extent it is good and to some extent it is bad or very bad. These countries include countries like Spain, Indonesia, Italy, Greece and Canada. People’s attitude towards China has changed in these countries.

This means that people of America’s neighbors Canada and Mexico also take China more positively than America. Apart from these, there are 6 countries which take America positively. These include Poland, Philippines, South Korea, India, Japan and Israel. However, all these countries are either old partners, or allies of each other.

Good opinion about America has declined in many countries
Apart from this, a trend of Pew has shown that in recent years, the good opinion about America has decreased in many countries. Good opinion about China has increased. Middle-income countries are maintaining a more positive attitude towards China, while there is still doubt about China in rich countries. The best rating for China has come from the Pacific and developing countries of Asia. These include Pakistan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nigeria and Türkiye. This is a good image of China.

At the same time, some high-income countries of Europe and Asia Pacific have a negative outlook towards China. These countries are not even thinking much about America. Here, Singapore’s positive inclination towards China has also been seen.

Children suffering from cancer were undergoing chemotherapy in Iran, then America attacked near the hospital, watch video.

Who is most trustworthy between Jinping and Trump?

Apart from the countries, opinions were also taken in the survey about the rulers of both the nations. It also compares the trust in Xi Jinping and Donald Trump. It has been found that overall trust between the two leaders is low. In most countries the trust score for both the leaders is less than 50 percent. This reflects widespread skepticism over his international decision-making methods. Despite this, in most countries, more confidence has been expressed in Xi than in Trump. In 22 out of 36 countries and regions surveyed, people’s opinion of Xi is better than that of Trump. These include Canada, Mexico and big European countries like France, Germany, United Kingdom. However, the highest rating of trust on Xi has come from Pakistan. About 83 percent people have supported Xi Jinping. At the same time, in Japan, the least 7 percent trust has been expressed in Xi.

There has also been a lot of difference in Trump’s ratings. He got the highest rating of 68 percent from the Philippines. At the same time, only 4 percent was received from the West Bank and East Jerusalem. In many countries, especially in Europe, no leader has received majority support. Still, Xi is far ahead of Trump.

What is the opinion of Indians regarding both the countries?

In this matter, when Indians were asked who has influenced them the most between America and China, the people of India have put their side in favor of America. 45 percent of Indians have described themselves as influenced by America. At the same time, 23 percent has been given to China. Apart from this, 25 percent Indians have expressed trust in Xi Jinping, while 39 percent Indians have expressed trust in US President Donald Trump.

America is better than China in personal freedom

However, at one place America has been considered better than China. That is respect for personal freedom. Apart from this, questions were also raised on the foreign policy roles of both the countries. These included many Latin American and middle-income countries. On these, people considered America a more reliable partner than China. Recent results have shown that now people’s opinion is divided.

When a question was asked about interference in other countries, 75 percent of the people said that America interferes in the affairs of other countries too much or to a great extent. Whereas regarding China, only 45 percent people believe that China plays a role in interfering in the policies of any country.

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A cancer hospital has been closed in Ahwaz city of Iran. This hospital has been closed for some time. Due to American air strikes near the hospital, 211 patients, including children undergoing chemotherapy, had to be evacuated from there.

The attacks late on Wednesday night targeted the areas around Shahid Bagai Hospital, a specialized center for hematology and oncology in Khuzestan province. The hospital building has been affected by the tremors of the explosions. After this the authorities had to send the patients to another medical center.

✓BREAKING: A Children’s Cancer Hospital has been Damaged in US strikes in Southern Iran, and an Evacuation is now underway pic.twitter.com/uYiUf9Jcde

— Iran Observer (@IranObserver0) July 15, 2026

According to Aljazeera, hospital staff say that some people had children in their arms. Some had IVs in their arms. Some were in wheelchairs. Everyone came out. According to Iran’s government news agency IRNA, the patients were evacuated to save their lives. The hospital has been closed for some time. There is no news of any casualty.

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Iran’s Foreign Ministry responded

At the same time, Iran has condemned this attack by America. A Foreign Ministry spokesman described the US attack near a children’s cancer hospital in Ahvaz as a barbaric war crime. He has said that due to this attack, 211 patients undergoing chemotherapy had to be evacuated from there in an emergency situation.

Ismail Bagai posted on X that the Martyr Bagai Hospital, a children’s cancer treatment center in Ahvaz, was evacuated last night. America had attacked a nearby place.

He said that this barbaric attack is a reminder of Israel’s atrocities against health services. Caused immense suffering and anxiety for the children admitted to the hospital. 211 patients undergoing chemotherapy were forced to leave the place due to emergency. This is a dastardly war crime against the most innocent of human beings, the children who are bravely fighting for their lives.

Bagai said that he constantly talks about human rights. We turn a blind eye when hospitals and health centers are targeted. He has lost all his moral credibility. All the patients have been shifted to another hospital. His treatment is continuing.

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The scope of the war that has started again between America and Iran in the Middle East has now extended beyond the Strait of Hormuz and has reached the Red Sea. Iran has told Yemen’s Houthis to close the Bab al-Mandeb gateway to the Red Sea if the US attacks Iran’s power network. The Bab el-Mandeb Strait connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean. This route is the most important trade route between Asia and Europe. If this route is closed then there will be a danger of a huge recession in international trade.

Crude oil prices increased after Iran’s threat

After this threat from Iran, the price of crude oil has increased by more than 1 percent. The price of Brent crude oil has increased by 93 cents (1.09%) to reach 85.88 dollars per barrel. At the same time, the price of WTI crude increased by 89 cents (1.12%) to $ 80.49 per barrel. According to the report of news agency Reuters, Iran has asked Yemen’s Houthi group to be ready to close the Red Sea oil route.

Houthi leader warned Israel-US

According to financial market experts, if the supply of oil through both the Red Sea’s Bab al-Mandeb Gateway and the Strait of Hormuz is stopped, there will be huge pressure on the supply chain across the world. Not only this, the insurance premium of ships will also increase significantly. Yemen’s Houthi leader said that America and Israel are promoting hatred and enmity in the world. Sayyid Abdul-Malik al-Houthi has blamed Saudi Arabia for promoting American and Israeli intentions.

The Houthi leader said, ‘America and Israel do not respect international agreements and UN resolutions, but are engaged in conspiracy for genocide and destruction of civilizations. Saudi Arabia helps America, Israel and Britain to weaken the Muslim community.

Iran’s warning to America

In response to American attacks, Iran is targeting Gulf countries. Brigadier General Ibrahim Zolfaghri, spokesman for Iran’s Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters, has threatened that if America damages its infrastructure, they will destroy the infrastructure of the Middle East. Zolfaghari also said that Iran will not accept any US intervention in Hormuz.

Amidst the situation of tension in the Middle East, America is now busy strengthening its military strength. Here America is busy in making the army lethal. America has issued a new order to develop military capability. America will now conduct annual manhood testing of its soldiers. America’s War Minister Pete Hegseth has announced that the purpose of this testing is to check testosterone hormone.

According to Aljazeera, America’s War Minister Hegseth has also released a video. In this he has given information about this new process. He has said that the purpose of this policy is to make the soldier capable to face difficult and tough situations. With this, soldiers can do every work. Also remain mentally strong in front of the modern war system.

What has America’s War Minister said about this program?
According to Hegseth, it is necessary for soldiers to have the right level of testosterone to show their aggression on the battlefield. With this, it can be ascertained that those soldiers whose levels are low will be given testosterone replacement therapy. This will be an alternative arrangement. So that soldiers can express their high level aggression in the battlefield. Apart from the fitness of its soldiers, America will now keep an eye on key points like toughness, killer instinct, bravery. This test will be done once a year for soldiers above 30 years of age.

The High-T Department of War. pic.twitter.com/hlAUq3j2cD

— Secretary of War Pete Hegseth (@SecWar) July 15, 2026

Hegseth has said that this is to restore and improve biological abilities. It is also about longevity. That means you have the ability to survive during the war and fight the circumstances. He acknowledged that America is responsible for the world’s best medical care for its warriors. This program fulfills that.

What is the deficiency in the body of people of this age?
In fact, about 5.6 percent of men aged 30 to 79 years are estimated to be deficient in testosterone. This can lead to muscle damage, fatigue, weight gain and sexual problems. Apart from this, it also causes diseases like diabetes, heart disease, depression.

What are testosterone hormones?
Actually, testosterone is a sex hormone. It is produced in the testes in men. Whereas, in women, it is made in Ovaries and Adrenal Glands. It is produced in less quantity in women. Its Testes means testicles, and Ovaries and Adrenal Glands means ovaries and adrenal glands. This is called the hormone of masculinity i.e. testosterone.

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Due to this, men grow beard and moustache, have a deep voice, develop muscles and strengthen their bones. Apart from this, it plays an important role in maintaining muscle strength, energy, stamina, sexual desire and mental confidence. It is believed that apart from increasing the strength of weapons, America is personally focusing on strengthening its soldiers.

This is considered an important decision of the Pentagon.
Recently the Trump administration was engaged in these efforts. In such a situation, this decision of the Pentagon is considered important. Its purpose is to make testosterone therapy easily available. Last month, the US Department of Health and Human Services had announced a plan to ease the ban on testosterone replacement treatment. Under this, FDA has approved this therapy for men suffering from hypogonadism. Hypogonadism is a problem in which testosterone decreases. Hegseth also believes that the job of the army is not to conduct social experiments. Rather we have to prepare warriors.

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A fire broke out in the cemetery of Reza Mosque in Mashhad city where Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was buried. It is being told that there is a fire in the workshop there. According to Iranian state media, the fire broke out at a construction site in the religious site complex, where workers were processing bitumen. At present the emergency teams have brought the fire under control.

There was no damage to the cemetery.

Iran’s Tasnim news agency reported that firefighters stopped the fire from spreading to the central cemetery of the shrine and the adjacent Goharshad Mosque. Officials said there were no reports of injuries and there was no damage to the cemetery. The cause of the fire is being investigated. Earlier in the year 2022, there was a fire here due to short circuit. Then it was handled without any major damage.

Former Supreme Leader of Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was buried in this cemetery, after which this place has once again come into discussion. Many members of Khamenei’s family were killed in the attack by America and Israel. The process of Khamenei’s funeral started from Iran’s capital Tehran.

Lakhs of people attended Khamenei’s last farewell

After this, religious programs were organized in Qom city the next day. His body was later taken to Iraq, where last rites and religious ceremonies took place in the holy cities of Najaf and Karbala. According to Iranian officials, about 15 million people attended Khamenei’s funeral.

Mujtaba Khamenei vowed to take revenge

Current Supreme Leader of Iran Mojtaba Khamenei issued a public message after the funeral of his late father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He said, ‘I will definitely take revenge for my father’s blood, revenge is also the desire of our country.’ Mujtaba Khamenei expressed gratitude to the millions of people who attended the funeral. Reminded Khamenei’s contribution to the Islamic Revolution. Along with this, Iraq, Iran and other countries were also called upon to join this fight.

The semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup were played on Wednesday (July 15, 2026) in Atlanta, the capital of Georgia, USA, in which the Argentine team defeated the England team 2-1 and reached the final of the FIFA World Cup, but after winning the football match, an incident occurred on a ground, on which the British government has expressed displeasure and on Thursday (July 16, 2026) FIFA was asked to investigate against the Argentine team. Has demanded.

In fact, during the celebration after the end of the semi-final match, Argentine players waved a banner received from the fans present in the stands, claiming Argentina’s sovereignty over the disputed Falkland Islands. On the banner it was written in Spanish, ‘Las Malvinas son Argentinas’ i.e. Malvinas are from Argentina.

What is the Falkland Islands dispute??

According to the report of news agency Associated Press, Argentina calls the Falkland Islands Islas Malvinas. In the year 1982, on the orders of the then military dictatorship of Argentina, an attempt was made to capture these islands, after which there was a war for about 10 weeks and in the end Britain won the war.

The British government urged soccer’s international governing body to investigate Argentina’s team after players posed with a banner claiming sovereignty over the contested Falkland Islands. https://t.co/YoC38Jwrgv

— The Associated Press (@AP) July 16, 2026

Expecting FIFA to investigate the matter – Kyle

Britain’s Business Secretary Peter Kyle has termed the banner shown by Argentina’s players as completely inappropriate behaviour. He said, ‘I hope that FIFA will investigate this matter with full seriousness.’

What action can FIFA take against Argentinian players??

According to the report, FIFA can take action against Argentina’s players and its soccer federation under its disciplinary rules in such cases, because under FIFA’s disciplinary code, there is a complete ban on displaying any message in the stadium that is not appropriate for a sports event, which includes any kind of political, ideological, religious or objectionable message.

FIFA can impose a fine of $ 5,000 to $ 20,000 on the Argentine team for showing messages related to politics. However, till now there has been no immediate reaction from FIFA regarding this matter.

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Since US President Donald Trump’s announcement of ending the peace agreement with Iran, there is a constant smell of gunpowder in West Asia. America is continuously attacking Iranian targets. On the other hand, the Iranian government has strongly condemned these American attacks.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has issued an official statement on Thursday (July 16, 2026) regarding the continuous attacks by America. In the statement, the Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the American attacks and termed them as war crimes against the Iranian nation.

What did Iran say on American attacks?

Iran’s Foreign Ministry said, ‘America has violated its promises made under the Islamabad Agreement. Along with this, these attacks are also a blatant violation of the United Nations Charter and the basic principles of international law.

In an exclusive interview with Press TV, Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei says the US aggression against the country is a blatant violation of international law and the MoU signed between the two parties.

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— Press TV (@PressTV) July 16, 2026

The ministry said, ‘Iran will use all available means to protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity. Iran’s retaliation does not diminish the responsibility of the United Nations (UN) and the international community to hold those who take aggressive actions accountable.

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Iran’s Foreign Ministry has threatened in its official statement that if America continues to show indifference and no action is taken against the violations of international law, it could have serious consequences for the world in the long run.

Iran said that America violated the Islamabad agreement brokered just 20 days after signing it. Tehran has alleged that Washington has again taken aggressive action against it in direct violation of many provisions of the Islamabad Agreement and America will be responsible for whatever consequences its action may have.

Iran’s appeal to neighboring Gulf countries

During this time, the Iranian Foreign Ministry has also appealed to the neighboring countries of the Persian Gulf not to allow their land to be used for any action against Iran. Permanent security in the region can be ensured only through cooperation, mutual understanding and trust among regional countries. Regional security must be established without any foreign military presence and without destructive US interference.

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US Iran Tensions: The sudden increase in military activities around Iran’s capital Tehran has once again created the fear of increasing tension in West Asia. There have been reports of air defense systems being activated around Tehran and explosions near Borujerd city. However, it is not yet clear what is the reason for these incidents nor has anyone issued an official statement.

American military aircraft seen over Tehran

According to public flight tracking websites, many US military aircraft have been seen active around Iran at this time. These include three KC-135 air-tankers, two KC-46A air-tankers and one E-3 AWACS aircraft. AWACS aircraft are used for aerial surveillance and early warning, while KC-135 and KC-46A aircraft provide air refueling to fighter aircraft. However, experts say that only a few military aircraft are visible on public tracking websites. Actual military activities may be much higher than this.