Iran war live: Trump says no ceasefire as Khamenei issues defiant message

Trump says Strait of Hormuz must be protected from Iranian attacks 'by other nations who use it'.

Trump says he’s considering ‘winding down’ US military operations in Iran

US President Donald Trump said Friday he was considering “winding down” military operations against Iran and that the Strait of Hormuz would need to be “guarded and policed” by other countries who use the vital waterway. “We are getting very close to meeting our objectives as we consider winding down our great Military efforts in the Middle East with respect to the Terrorist Regime of Iran,” Trump posted on social media. “The Hormuz Strait will have to be guarded and policed, as necessary, by...

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‘Surprised they said no’: Trump wants Australia to participate in Iran war - SMH.com.au

‘Surprised they said no’: Trump wants Australia to participate in Iran war  SMH.com.au

Panama Canal at top capacity as Iran war triggers more LNG vessel traffic, chief says

Demand ‌was ⁠particularly strong for those loading at U.S. ports

Middle East crisis: Trump says US 'close to meeting objectives', opposes ceasefire with Iran

President Trump stated the U.S. is nearing its military objectives in the Middle East concerning Iran, aiming to degrade its missile capabilities and defense industry. He firmly rejected a ceasefire, asserting the U.S. is "obliterating the other side" and has "won." Trump also indicated other nations should guard the Strait of Hormuz.

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Panama Canal at top capacity as Iran war triggers more LNG vessel traffic, chief says - The Straits Times

Panama Canal at top capacity as Iran war triggers more LNG vessel traffic, chief says  The Straits Times

‘Putting British lives in danger:’ Iran warns UK after it allows US access to bases

In an X post, Araghchi said that a vast majority of British people “do not want any part in the Israel-US war of choice on Iran”.

One global power, one regional power, two different goals

US issues 30-day sanctions waiver for sale of Iranian oil at sea

"In essence, we will be using the Iranian barrels against Tehran to keep the price down as we continue Operation Epic Fury," Bessent said.

Trump renews calls on S. Korea, others to help secure Hormuz, says mulling 'winding down' Iran operation

US President Donald Trump said Friday that his administration is considering "winding down" its military operation against Iran, while calling on South Korea, China, Japan and other countries to get involved in efforts to secure the vital Strait of Hormuz. Trump made the remarks in a social media post, claiming that the United States is moving "very close" to achieving the objectives of its military campaign, including destroying Iran's missile capabilities, its defense industrial base and its n

By The Korea Herald

Trump Says US Considering Winding Down Military Operations In Iran War

President Donald Trump said on Friday the US was getting very close to meeting its objectives as it considers winding down its military efforts in the Iran war.

US green-lights delivery and sale of Iranian oil at sea

New Zealand joins 19 countries in statement condemning Iran's attacks in the Gulf

In a post on X, the Prime Minister emphasised the attacks against fuel tankers and energy infrastructure are leading to higher fuel prices for New Zealanders.

Inflatable tanks and cardboard ayatollahs: How AI fakes are flourishing in the Iran war - thenationalnews.com

Inflatable tanks and cardboard ayatollahs: How AI fakes are flourishing in the Iran war  thenationalnews.com

US/Israel-Iran War: WHO condemns attacks as missile strikes kill eight, injure 158 in UAE

Beyond the immediate casualties, the WHO chief warned that attacks on critical infrastructure are increasing public health risks across the region. The post US/Israel-Iran War: WHO condemns attacks as missile strikes kill eight, injure 158 in UAE appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Mariam Ileyemi

Costa Rican ex-security minister extradited to US for drug trafficking

Former Costa Rican security minister Celso Gamboa has been extradited to the United States to face serious drug trafficking charges in a historic first. Read More: https://punchng.com/costa-rican-ex-security-minister-extradited-to-us-for-drug-trafficking/

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UK allows US to use bases to strike Iranian sites targeting Hormuz

Britain has authorised the United States to use its bases to strike Iranian sites threatening the Strait of Hormuz shipping lane, the government said Friday. The post UK allows US to use bases to strike Iranian sites targeting Hormuz appeared first on Vanguard News.

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Iran’s Supreme Leader: ‘Enemies Miscalculated, Iran Stands United’

Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has called for national unity and resilience as the US-Israel war against Iran intensifies. The post Iran’s Supreme Leader: ‘Enemies Miscalculated, Iran Stands United’ appeared first on Morocco World News.

By Sara Zouiten

Amir, UAE president discuss Iranian aggression against regional countries - Qatar Tribune

Amir, UAE president discuss Iranian aggression against regional countries  Qatar Tribune

Gulf states ‘didn’t want’ the war, says former U.S. ambassador

Former U.S. ambassador Susan Ziadeh warned that Gulf leaders, who opposed the war from the start, now face unwanted tensions with Iran amid strategic attacks affecting key energy facilities and… (The post Gulf states ‘didn’t want’ the war, says former U.S. ambassador is from Doha News | Qatar.)

By Nassima Babassa