Trump Threatens Bombing Oman, Emphasizes Naval Blockade on Straits

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Trump Threatens Bombing Oman, Emphasizes Naval Blockade on Straits
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  1. “There are no talks or conversations going on, or scheduled, with the Islamic Republic of Iran,” Trump wrote. “The Naval Blockade remains in full force and effect. The Hormuz Strait is open and operating. All water mines have been removed or detonated.”

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    Washington Times

    President Trump said Tuesday his administration is not speaking to Iran and asserted U.S. control over the Strait of Hormuz while Tehran signaled a new phase of defiance and aggression in the region, raising tensions across the Gulf region.

    ABC News

    Trump, meanwhile, appears to be stepping back from his push to reach a deal with Iran that would be aimed at opening the strait, writing in a social media post on Tuesday there were "no talks or conversations going on" with Iran.

  2. Why is Trump threatening to bomb Oman? President Donald Trump has made plenty of threats against Iran. Now he's venting his frustration at Oman, too.

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    Breitbart

    Trump warned Monday that if Oman interfered with U.S. efforts to secure an agreement, “we’ll bomb the shit out of them.”

    NBC News

    Current with Christine Romans Now Playing Trump posts that 'no talks or conversations' are scheduled with Iran 02:46 UP NEXT Primary Candidates With the Same Name Sparks Confusion 02:47 Trump Threatens to Bomb Oman as Iran Negotiation Period Ends 01:37 How Baltimore reached a record-low murder rate 06:06 Melania Trump noticeably keeping a much lower profile in her second term as first lady 03:32 Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it interferes with Strait of Hormuz deal 03:50

  3. “I want to state clearly that the Strait of Hormuz will not be opened until the American commitments stipulated in the memorandum of understanding … are implemented,” Ghalibaf said.

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    Washington Times

    Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Tuesday said Iran’s forces will keep the Strait of Hormuz closed until the U.S. fulfills its obligations under the now-defunct Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.

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  1. 01 The Hill

    Rick Scott: Trump will have to resume full war with Iran Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) on Tuesday said President Trump will have to resume a full war with Iran days after the initial failed ceasefire deal expired. Asked if the president should follow through on his threat last month to “bomb and destroy” at least “ONE BRIDGE OR POWER PLANT” near Tehran if the Iranian regime…

  2. 02 ABC News

    "The president is playing the long game," said the energy secretary. The Trump administration appears to be indicating it favors economic warfare in its approach to the conflict with Iran, touting its naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and previewing new sanctions still to be announced.

  3. 03 NBC News

    Now Playing Trump posts that 'no talks or conversations' are scheduled with Iran 02:46 UP NEXT Primary Candidates With the Same Name Sparks Confusion 02:47 Trump Threatens to Bomb Oman as Iran Negotiation Period Ends 01:37 How Baltimore reached a record-low murder rate 06:06 Melania Trump noticeably keeping a much lower profile in her second term as first lady 03:32 Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it interferes with Strait of Hormuz deal 03:50 Florida Democratic Socialist Senate candidate downplays labels & touts ‘people-centered policies’ 06:44 ‘We need fresh new leaders’ says Democrat challenging Debbie Wasserman Schultz 09:34 Trump ‘doesn’t have a plan’ on Iran: Voters in key Pennsylvania district upset with handling of war 07:31 AG Todd Blanche Declines to Pledge DOJ Independence 01:07 Trump Says Ballroom is Needed, Calling it a 'Security Structure’ 02:23 Iran Rebuffs Trump's US Territory Claim on Strait of Hormuz 02:06 U.S. military denies supply crisis on Navy ship 01:49 'I wish I had an update' on Nancy Guthrie: Attorney General Todd Blanche 01:45 Ro Khanna says data centers should not be built ‘without any say’ from local residents 02:08 Attorney General Todd Blanche says the DOJ may take states’ voter-roll fight to Supreme Court 01:40 What Parents Should Know About Trump’s Change to Vaccinations 04:24 AG Todd Blanche says ‘of course’ he’ll listen to Trump’s opinion on prosecutions: Full interview 15:23 Hakeem Jeffries says ‘I don’t support’ the Democratic Socialists of America agenda: Full interview 10:52 AG Todd Blanche says 'there will be no fund' for Jan. 6 rioters 05:42

  4. 04 Breitbart

    Trump posted the map to Truth Social without comment Tuesday, following up on a claim he first floated last week and embraced again Monday when asked about the prospect of declaring the strait American territory.

  5. 05 Washington Times

    Mr. Trump’s message on social media was a clear sign he plans to use economic pressure to force Tehran to meet his demands, rather than rely on cycles of diplomacy that haven’t yielded results.

  6. 06 NPR News

    Today's top stories The U.S. and Iran have missed a deadline this week to begin peace talks. The conflict has lasted nearly six months and depleted military resources, including warships and interceptor missiles. This shortage has strained U.S. military capabilities in other regions, notably including Asia. This week, President Trump ordered the Pentagon to reduce joint military exercises with South Korea, citing its lack of support in the war against Iran. The annual drills with South Korean forces date back to at least 1976 and are largely to counter North Korea's nuclear program.

  7. 07 PBS NewsHour

    Where the Iran war stands as 60-day window to reach peace deal expires President Trump lashed out at U.S. allies on Monday as the deadline to reach a deal to end the war with Iran expires. Trump threatened to bomb Oman, which has been mediating negotiations, and called for military exercises with South Korea to be scaled back, in part for refusing to join the war. Amna Nawaz discussed where the war stands and what happens next with Alan Eyre and Reuel Marc Gerecht.

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