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US-Iran Tensions Escalate After Gulf Attacks, Trump Threats

Tensions between the US and Iran escalated in the Gulf region following Iranian attacks on oil facilities and vessels, including in Fujairah, which injured Indian citizens. US President Trump issued strong threats against Iran and claimed the US shot down Iranian boats, while also seeking international support for maritime security.

4 May, 06:21 — 4 May, 20:04
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ReutersVery High7h ago

UAE owes it to investors to produce without restrictions, energy minister says - Reuters

UAE owes it to investors to produce without restrictions, energy minister says  Reuters

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BBCHigh6h ago

What we know about Trump's 'Project Freedom' aimed to help stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz

What does the operation entail and could it lead to a resumption of hostilities?

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bloombergHigh2h ago

Ships Pull Back as Iran Expands Control in Strait of Hormuz - Bloomberg.com

Ships Pull Back as Iran Expands Control in Strait of Hormuz  Bloomberg.com

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wsjHigh11h ago

Oil Slips After Trump Says U.S. Will Assist Stranded Ships in Hormuz - WSJ

Oil Slips After Trump Says U.S. Will Assist Stranded Ships in Hormuz  WSJ

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FTVery High2h ago

Iran warns US Navy over Strait of Hormuz as UAE intercepts missiles

Oil jumps to $114 as tensions flare up in Middle East

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The GuardianMostly Factual5h ago

First Thing: Trump says US navy will ‘guide’ trapped ships through strait of Hormuz

US president’s post follows flurry of mixed signals including concern Tehran had not ‘paid big enough price’. Plus, could Santa Marta climate talks mark ground zero in push to ditch fossil fuels? Good morning. Donald Trump has announced this morning that the US will “guide” ships trapped in the Gulf by the Iran war through the strait of Hormuz, and claimed his representatives were having “very positive” discussions with Iran. What has Iran said? The head of the Iranian military’s unified comm...

By Nicola Slawson

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NPRHigh2h ago

The UAE says Iran resumes attacks as the U.S. moves to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military said it helped two merchant ships transit the Strait of Hormuz, and the United Arab Emirates said it was fending off Iranian missiles and drones.

By The Associated Press

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual2h ago

US official says China is ‘funding’ Iran, urges Beijing to help open Hormuz

Scott Bessent says US has 'absolute control' of Hormuz, but calls on China to 'step up' with diplomacy to reopen strait.

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Fox NewsMixed7h ago

Trump’s Middle East energy victories are a huge reminder of America's dominance

President Trump's Middle East trip helped position the U.S. at the center of a massive global energy reset with Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE.

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CNNMostly Factual8h ago

How Dr. Oz became Trump’s Medicare and Medicaid fraud fighter - CNN

How Dr. Oz became Trump’s Medicare and Medicaid fraud fighter  CNN

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cnbcMostly Factual3h ago

UAE says it intercepted Iranian missiles for first time since ceasefire began

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DWHigh51m ago

Iran war: UAE reports first Iranian missile and drone attacks in weeks

The United Arab Emirates has reported missile and drone attacks from Iran, the first of their kind since the April ceasefire. This comes as the US seeks to help ships through the Strait of Hormuz. DW has the latest.

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SCMPMostly Factual1h ago

US’ Bessent urges China to help open Strait of Hormuz

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday pressed China to ramp up diplomatic pressure on Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz even as he stressed that the US has “absolute control” over the strategic waterway. “Let’s see [China] step up with some diplomacy and get the Iranians to open the strait,” Bessent said in a Fox News interview. “Iran is the largest state sponsor of terrorism and China has been buying 90 per cent of their energy, so they are funding the largest state sponsor of...

By Dewey Sim

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The IndependentMostly Factual1h ago

Trump again threatens entire nation of Iran saying country will be ‘blown off the face of the earth’

President Donald Trump says Iran will “be blown off the face of the earth” if U.S. vessels guiding ships through the Strait of Hormuz are attacked, escalating his threats to eliminate Iranian civilization as the countries test a tenuous ceasefire during the weeks-long war.

By Alex Woodward

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YahooMostly Factual5h ago

Oil prices increase as US-Iran negotiations remain unresolved

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual23m ago

Trump says US shot down 7 Iranian boats, urges South Korea to join 'Project Freedom'

Project Freedom is an initiative which Trump announced earlier under which US will ‘guide’ the ships of several countries safely out of the Strait of Hormuz

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straits-timesMostly Factual2h ago

Fujairah oil zone hit by fire after drone attack as UAE says it intercepted Iran missiles - The Straits Times

Fujairah oil zone hit by fire after drone attack as UAE says it intercepted Iran missiles  The Straits Times

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jerusalem-postMostly Factualjust now

Trump threatens to 'blow Iran off face of the Earth' if US vessels attacked

“We have more weapons and ammunition at a much higher grade than we had before," Trump said. “We have the best equipment."

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irish-independent1h ago

Iran hits ships and UAE oil port in show of force after Trump orders Navy to open strait

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ndtvMostly Factual1h ago

3 Indians Injured In Drone Attack By Iran In UAE's Fujairah

3 Indians Injured In Drone Attack By Iran In UAE's Fujairah

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cyprus-mail1h ago

Fujairah oil zone hit by fire after drone attack as UAE says it intercepted Iran missiles

Fire broke out at a major UAE oil industry zone on Monday after a drone attack originating from Iran, authorities said, as the Gulf state’s military separately intercepted three Iranian missiles over its waters and a fourth crashed into the sea. Civil defence teams were deployed immediately to contain the blaze at the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone, […]

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DawnMostly Factual10h ago

UAE says Opec exit 'not directed against anyone'

The United Arab Emirates’ shocking decision to leave Saudi-dominated Opec was not targeted at anyone, the UAE minister who heads the state oil giant said on Monday. The move aimed at focusing on national priorities and the UAE economy, said Sultan Al Jaber, who is CEO of state-owned Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) and the country’s industry and advanced technology minister. The decision, which took effect on Friday, followed months of tensions with neighbouring Saudi Arabia, the world’...

By none@none.com (AFP)

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japan-timesMostly Factual12h ago

Saudi oil prince’s iron grip faces ultimate test with UAE’s shock OPEC exit

The departure poses a formidable test for ​the first royal Saudi oil minister whose style has shifted from diplomacy to increasingly unilateral decision-making.

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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual3h ago

Dollar edges up as US-Iran conflict keeps risk appetite in check

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seeking-alphaMixed3h ago

Wall Street slides as focus remains on U.S.-Iran developments

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gulf-newsMixed3h ago

Fujairah confirms FOIZ fire after drone strike, response ongoing - Gulf News

Fujairah confirms FOIZ fire after drone strike, response ongoing  Gulf News

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arab-newsMixed2h ago

Oil prices jump as Iran attacks UAE, US warships enter Hormuz - Arab News

Oil prices jump as Iran attacks UAE, US warships enter Hormuz  Arab News

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khaleej-timesMixed3h ago

3 Indians injured in Fujairah industrial fire after Iranian drone attack - Khaleej Times

3 Indians injured in Fujairah industrial fire after Iranian drone attack  Khaleej Times

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express-tribuneMostly Factual8h ago

Fire, explosion hit South Korean-run vessel in Strait of Hormuz, Seoul says

No casualties were reported, and authorities were investigating the cause of the blaze

By Reuters

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Daily SabahMixed52m ago

US, Gulf states move to condemn Iran at UN over Hormuz tensions

The United States and several Gulf Arab countries are preparing a U.N. Security Council resolution aimed at condemning Iran over disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. Ambassado...

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Daily Star BDMixed11h ago

OPEC+ hikes oil production quotas but stays mum on UAE pull-out - The Daily Star

OPEC+ hikes oil production quotas but stays mum on UAE pull-out  The Daily Star

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dhaka-tribuneMostly Factual7h ago

Iran warns will attack US forces in Hormuz after Trump announces escort plan - Dhaka Tribune

Iran warns will attack US forces in Hormuz after Trump announces escort plan  Dhaka Tribune

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punch-ngMostly Factualjust now

Iranian attacks caused no major damage in Hormuz, says Trump

President Trump says Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz caused little harm, as the US military reports destroying six Iranian boats and downing drones Read More: https://punchng.com/iranian-attacks-caused-no-major-damage-in-hormuz-says-trump/

By Punch Newspapers

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jordan-timesMixed8h ago

Iran warns of ceasefire violation as US plans to escort Hormuz ships - Jordan Times

Iran warns of ceasefire violation as US plans to escort Hormuz ships  Jordan Times

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daily-star-lebanonMixed10h ago

Iran Warns US of Attack if Forces Enter Strait of Hormuz - The Daily Star Lebanon

Iran Warns US of Attack if Forces Enter Strait of Hormuz  The Daily Star Lebanon

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protothema-enMixed16m ago

Analysis: Why Iran struck the Fujairah oil facility and is “dragging” the US & Gulf countries back into war

The strategically important oil facility in Fujairah is critical for the global energy market – The port lies outside the Persian Gulf and is connected to UAE pipelines that bypass the Strait of Hormuz The post Analysis: Why Iran struck the Fujairah oil facility and is “dragging” the US & Gulf countries back into war appeared first on ProtoThema English.

By Newsroom

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vanguard-ngMixed1h ago

UAE calls new attacks ‘dangerous escalation’

The United Arab Emirates slammed the latest Iranian barrage targeting its country on Monday, calling the attacks a "dangerous escalation". The post UAE calls new attacks ‘dangerous escalation’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

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star-kenyaMixed4h ago

What we know about Trump's 'Project Freedom' aimed to help stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz - the-star.co.ke

What we know about Trump's 'Project Freedom' aimed to help stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz  the-star.co.ke

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naharnetMixed2h ago

Iran resumes attacks on UAE - Naharnet

Iran resumes attacks on UAE  Naharnet

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helsinki-timesMostly Factual6h ago

US naval plan and missile reports raise tensions in Hormuz

Reports of missile fire near a United States naval vessel in the Strait of Hormuz have raised tensions as Washington advances a plan to move stranded ships through the waterway. Iranian state media said two missiles struck a US warship near Jask after the vessel ignored warnings to halt. The Fars news agency cited local sources and said the ship withdrew from the area. The claim has not been verified. A senior US official denied that any American vessel had been hit, according to Axios.

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press-tvLow4h ago

No commercial ship or oil tanker transited Strait of Hormuz in past hours: IRGC - PressTV

No commercial ship or oil tanker transited Strait of Hormuz in past hours: IRGC  PressTV

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azernewsLow8h ago

IRGC issues new Hormuz control map amidst Iran's threat to to attack any force approaching Strait - AzerNews

IRGC issues new Hormuz control map amidst Iran's threat to to attack any force approaching Strait  AzerNews

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First report: japan-times · 4 May, 06:21Full coverage: 71 · 14hWindow: 14h
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japan-times4 May, 06:21First to report

Saudi oil prince’s iron grip faces ultimate test with UAE’s shock OPEC exit

wsj4 May, 06:58

Oil Slips After Trump Says U.S. Will Assist Stranded Ships in Hormuz - WSJ

Daily Star BD4 May, 07:22

OPEC+ hikes oil production quotas but stays mum on UAE pull-out - The Daily Star

daily-star-lebanon4 May, 08:08

Iran Warns US of Attack if Forces Enter Strait of Hormuz - The Daily Star Lebanon

Dawn4 May, 08:28

UAE says Opec exit 'not directed against anyone'

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CNN4 May, 10:00

How Dr. Oz became Trump’s Medicare and Medicaid fraud fighter - CNN

azernews4 May, 10:03

IRGC issues new Hormuz control map amidst Iran's threat to to attack any force approaching Strait - AzerNews

express-tribune4 May, 10:16

Fire, explosion hit South Korean-run vessel in Strait of Hormuz, Seoul says

capital-bg4 May, 10:17

Бизнес глобус: OPEC+ увеличава добива след излизането на ОАЕ; Spirit Airlines обявява фалит; FIFA увеличава наградния фонд на Световното по футбол

jordan-times4 May, 10:43

Iran warns of ceasefire violation as US plans to escort Hormuz ships - Jordan Times

Fox News4 May, 11:00

Trump’s Middle East energy victories are a huge reminder of America's dominance

dhaka-tribune4 May, 11:01

Iran warns will attack US forces in Hormuz after Trump announces escort plan - Dhaka Tribune

Reuters4 May, 11:14

UAE owes it to investors to produce without restrictions, energy minister says - Reuters

die-presse4 May, 11:26

US-Kriegsschiff im Visier: Iran und USA steuern auf Konfrontation zu [premium]

forbes4 May, 12:06

US Denies Iran’s Claims Of IRGC Missile Strike On Navy Ship In Hormuz - Forbes

BBC4 May, 12:08

What we know about Trump's 'Project Freedom' aimed to help stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz

der-standard4 May, 12:31

Streit um Autozölle: EU kündigt Treffen mit Trump-Vertreter an

telex4 May, 12:44

Az Egyesült Arab Emírségek szerint eltalálták az egyik olajszállító hajójukat a Hormuzi-szorosnál

helsinki-times4 May, 12:45

US naval plan and missile reports raise tensions in Hormuz

The Guardian4 May, 13:00

First Thing: Trump says US navy will ‘guide’ trapped ships through strait of Hormuz

politiken4 May, 13:23

Ekspert: Trumps plan kan koste dyrt

irozhlas4 May, 13:31

Američané se přestávají cítit bezpečně ve vlastní zemi, říká amerikanistka o válce USA s Íránem

Yahoo4 May, 13:36

Oil prices increase as US-Iran negotiations remain unresolved

le-figaro4 May, 13:50

Dubaï rouvre son ciel, mais le transport aérien reste sous tension

n1-serbia4 May, 14:19

U UAE prvo upozorenje na raketni napad tokom primirja SAD i Irana

star-kenya4 May, 14:29

What we know about Trump's 'Project Freedom' aimed to help stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz - the-star.co.ke

press-tv4 May, 14:49

No commercial ship or oil tanker transited Strait of Hormuz in past hours: IRGC - PressTV

channel-news-asia4 May, 14:59

Dollar edges up as US-Iran conflict keeps risk appetite in check

khaleej-times4 May, 15:23

3 Indians injured in Fujairah industrial fire after Iranian drone attack - Khaleej Times

seeking-alpha4 May, 15:26

Wall Street slides as focus remains on U.S.-Iran developments

cnbc4 May, 15:29

UAE says it intercepted Iranian missiles for first time since ceasefire began

nos4 May, 15:31

Iran vuurt vier kruisraketten af, stellen Verenigde Arabische Emiraten

gulf-news4 May, 15:37

Fujairah confirms FOIZ fire after drone strike, response ongoing - Gulf News

balkan-web4 May, 15:37

Alarm në Emiratet e Bashkuara Arabe/ Irani lëshon 4 raketa drejt territorit, 3 u interceptuan mbi det

aftonbladet4 May, 15:42

Attacker mot Förenade arabemiraten

orf4 May, 15:53

Emirate: Großbrand nach iranischem Drohnenangriff

naharnet4 May, 15:55

Iran resumes attacks on UAE - Naharnet

Al Jazeera4 May, 15:55

US official says China is ‘funding’ Iran, urges Beijing to help open Hormuz

faz4 May, 15:55

Liveblog Irankrieg: Großbrand in Arabischen Emiraten nach Drohnenangriff

nrk4 May, 15:57

Tre såret i iransk droneangrep mot oljeanlegg i Fujairah i Emiratene

dnevnik-bg4 May, 16:08

Иран удари пристанище в Емирствата, гори петролен комплекс

NPR4 May, 16:08

The UAE says Iran resumes attacks as the U.S. moves to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

FT4 May, 16:10

Iran warns US Navy over Strait of Hormuz as UAE intercepts missiles

klix-ba4 May, 16:12

Iran lansirao četiri rakete na Emirate: Ministarstvo odbrane tvrdi da su tri presretnute

berlingske4 May, 16:13

De Forenede Arabiske Emirater melder om flere iranske missilangreb

bloomberg4 May, 16:20

Ships Pull Back as Iran Expands Control in Strait of Hormuz - Bloomberg.com

arab-news4 May, 16:21

Oil prices jump as Iran attacks UAE, US warships enter Hormuz - Arab News

hotnews4 May, 16:32

Atac cu rachete în Emiratele Arabe Unite, primul de la armistițiul dintre SUA și Iran, din 9 aprilie

straits-times4 May, 16:39

Fujairah oil zone hit by fire after drone attack as UAE says it intercepted Iran missiles - The Straits Times

vg4 May, 16:40

UAE: - Iranske angrep er en alvorlig eskalering

cyprus-mail4 May, 17:05

Fujairah oil zone hit by fire after drone attack as UAE says it intercepted Iran missiles

ndtv4 May, 17:09

3 Indians Injured In Drone Attack By Iran In UAE's Fujairah

vanguard-ng4 May, 17:11

UAE calls new attacks ‘dangerous escalation’

delfi-lt4 May, 17:11

Irano dronų ataka sukėlė didelį gaisrą JAE uostamiestyje

tvn244 May, 17:19

Pierwszy alarm od czasu rozejmu. Władze ZEA: przechwyciliśmy trzy rakiety

The Independent4 May, 17:27

Trump again threatens entire nation of Iran saying country will be ‘blown off the face of the earth’

iefimerida4 May, 17:32

Τραμπ: Το Ιράν θα εξαφανιστεί από προσώπου γης αν πειράξει πλοία μας -Επίθεση στη Τεχεράνη «εντός» 24 ωρών περιμένουν αξιωματούχοι

aktuality-sk4 May, 17:36

USA potápajú iránske člny v Hormuzskom prielive po útokoch na civilné lode

naftemporiki4 May, 17:41

Τραμπ: Το Ιράν θα «εξαφανιστεί από προσώπου γης» αν εμποδίσει την «Επιχείρηση Ελευθερία»

SCMP4 May, 17:42

US’ Bessent urges China to help open Strait of Hormuz

lsm-lv4 May, 17:43

Irāna atsākusi uzbrukumus Apvienotajiem Arābu Emirātiem

irish-independent4 May, 17:48

Iran hits ships and UAE oil port in show of force after Trump orders Navy to open strait

index-hr4 May, 17:54

CNN: Iranski projektil nad Emiratima srušen izraelskom "Željeznom kupolom"

Daily Sabah4 May, 18:02

US, Gulf states move to condemn Iran at UN over Hormuz tensions

DW4 May, 18:03

Iran war: UAE reports first Iranian missile and drone attacks in weeks

newsbeast4 May, 18:11

Ο Τραμπ ζητά τη βοήθεια της Νότιας Κορέας για την ασφάλεια στα Στενά του Ορμούζ και την προστασία της ναυσιπλοΐας

il-sole-24-ore4 May, 18:12

Due americani su tre bocciano Trump sulla guerra

hindustan-times4 May, 18:30

Trump says US shot down 7 Iranian boats, urges South Korea to join 'Project Freedom'

protothema-en4 May, 18:37

Analysis: Why Iran struck the Fujairah oil facility and is “dragging” the US & Gulf countries back into war

punch-ng4 May, 19:15

Iranian attacks caused no major damage in Hormuz, says Trump

jerusalem-post4 May, 20:04Latest update

Trump threatens to 'blow Iran off face of the Earth' if US vessels attacked