Saturday, July 25, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

The stalemate between the U.S. and Iran over control of the Strait of Hormuz has created a global economic shock. Now, the conflict is threatening to disrupt international shipping through the Red Sea. Also: today’s stories, including how Palestinian villagers are facing discrimination by Israeli forces in South Hebron Hills, an explainer outlining how Trump v. Slaughter may impact federal agencies, and how the Ukrainian Bat Rehabilitation Center is growing in popularity thanks to social media. Join the Monitor's Matthew Bell for today's news.