US Launches Strikes on Iran After Tanker Attacks: Global Tensions Escalate (July 8, 2026)
## US Launches Strikes on Iran After Tanker Attacks
**美軍對伊朗發動打擊 以回應油輪遇襲事件**
The US military launched targeted strikes against Iranian positions following a series of attacks on commercial tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Washington aims to impose “heavy costs” for the disruption of global shipping, while Tehran has warned of “decisive measures” in response. This escalation marks a dangerous new phase in the regional conflict.
Source: [BBC](https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwykq59jwpvo)
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## Marine Le Pen to Run for French Presidency and Appeal Conviction
**勒龐宣佈參選法國總統 並對定罪提出上訴**
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen has confirmed her candidacy for the 2027 presidential election. This announcement followed an appeal ruling that upheld her conviction for misusing EU funds but allowed her to run provided she wears an electronic ankle tag for one year. Le Pen plans to take the case to France’s highest court.
Source: [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/7/french-far-right-leader-le-pen-says-will-run-in-2027-presidential-election)
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## Tornadoes and Typhoon Bavi Threaten Central and Southern China
**龍捲風與颱風「巴威」雙重威脅 中國多地受災**
Severe weather has left at least 17 dead in central China as rare tornadoes and heavy rains lashed Hubei and Guangxi provinces. Meanwhile, authorities are on high alert as Typhoon Bavi looms offshore, prompting President Xi to urge an ‘all-out’ disaster response to protect lives and infrastructure.
Source: [Nikkei Asia](https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/international-relations/assault-on-japan-journalist-may-have-link-to-china-unity-law-taiwan-vp)
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## NATO Unveils Billions in Arms Deals Amid Trump’s Greenland Demands
**北約宣佈數十億美元軍購案 特朗普再次要求購買格陵蘭島**
At a crucial summit, NATO allies unveiled multi-billion dollar arms contracts to bolster European defense. However, the show of unity was punctuated by former President Trump’s renewed demands for the U.S. to acquire Greenland, creating fresh diplomatic friction within the alliance.
Source: [AP News](https://apnews.com/article/nato-defense-trump-contracts-spending-turkey-summit-bede50a5b5e734b9705ffb480463f7ce)
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