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Attacks between US and Iran across Mideast overshadow efforts to keep diplomacy alive
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Associated Press , KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 21, 2026
· 5 min read
A 10th straight day of attacks between the United States and Iran across the Middle East on Tuesday overshadowed diplomatic efforts in Pakistan to salvage an interim ceasefire deal that collapsed . Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni visited leaders in Pakistan, a key mediator in the confli...
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Key takeaway Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni visited leaders in Pakistan, a key mediator in the conflict seeking to rejuvenate diplomacy.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio residents are likely to feel the effects of the escalating conflict between the US and Iran at the gas pump, as oil prices continue to rise. With benchmark Brent crude trading above $88 a barrel and regular gasoline climbing to an average of $4 a gallon, commuters in the San Antonio area can expect to pay more to fill up their tanks. This increase in fuel costs may also have a ripple effect on the local economy, impacting businesses that rely on transportation and affecting the cost of goods and services. As the conflict shows no signs of abating, San Antonio residents may want to prepare for potential long-term effects on their daily expenses and the local economy. The city's proximity to major military installations also means that local families with loved ones serving overseas may be on high alert, awaiting news of their safety amidst the growing tensions.
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Category: safety Published: July 21, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? A 10th straight day of attacks between the United States and Iran across the Middle East on Tuesday overshadowed diplomatic efforts in Pakistan to salvage an interim ceasefire deal that collapsed . Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni visited leaders in Pakistan, a key mediator in the confli...
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