US President Donald Trump has warned that Iran could face "very Draconian sanctions" even as he played down the Strait of Hormuz's future importance, arguing that increased American energy production and new supply routes had reduced the world's dependence on the strategic waterway.
US President Donald Trump said that "we are only semi-negotiating" with Iran, noting that he is prepared to allow economic pressure on Iran to mount -- as opposed to ordering a new military offensive, Axios reported.
Iran has laid out a fresh set of conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, saying the key waterway will remain closed until the United States changes its approach toward Tehran.
Days after Israeli media claimed that Iran's Supreme Leader was in critical condition and had been rushed to a hospital, Iran's semi-official Mehr News agency released an undated video showing Mojtaba Khamenei appearing to be in good health.
An oil tanker linked to Abu Dhabi National Oil Company was allegedly attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The UAE condemned the incident and blamed Iran.
US President Donald Trump said Iran has a “last chance” to sign a deal as Washington continues diplomatic efforts while exploring new military pressure options. CENTCOM is reviewing unconventional strategies as tensions remain high in the Middle East.
The conflict involving Iran exposed the reality of China being one of the principal enablers of Pakistan and Iran, two of Israel's most consequential adversaries, a report said.
The strikes aimed to "further diminish threats posed by Iran and its proxies to American forces, commercial shipping, and neighboring Gulf countries," CENTCOM said.
Washington: US President Donald Trump said Iran wants an agreement with Washington “so badly” and has essentially accepted that it cannot possess a nuclear weapon, but warned that American forces could resume attacks if negotiations fail. Trump made the remarks during a virtual campaign rally for Republican Congressman Andy Ogles and in a separate interview.
Iran has accused Ukraine of carrying out an illegal attack on its commercial vessel, warning that the incident will not go unanswered while calling on the international community to hold Kyiv accountable. (IANS)
