United States President Donald Trump on Friday announced the end of the country’s naval blockade of Iran. He said in a social media post that he would be meeting in the White House Situation Room to make a final decision on a deal with Iran. He also listed what a potential deal would need to […]
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White House claims full control of maritime traffic amid Iran blockade
The White House has asserted sweeping control over maritime traffic in the Gulf region, declaring that a US-led naval blockade around Iran is tightening and effectively restricting all movement of ships. Read More: Fired Navy secretary John Phelan challenges dismissal In a strongly worded statement, the administration of Donald Trump said the United States now […]
US seizes Iranian-flagged vessel after interception at sea
The United States has taken control of an Iranian-flagged vessel after intercepting it in regional waters, according to the US Central Command (Centcom), which also released footage of the operation. Read More: Ships exit Gulf from Iran despite US blockade: tracker In an official statement, Centcom confirmed that US Marines boarded and seized the ship, bringing it under American control. […]
Iran’s leader says navy ready to confront enemies
Mojtaba Khamenei has stated that Iran’s navy is fully prepared to deliver a strong response to its adversaries, amid escalating tensions in the region. Read More: Trump says US forces are ‘clearing’ Strait of Hormuz In a statement shared on social media, Khamenei said the Iranian naval forces are ready to inflict a “new and […]
Iran warns Hormuz Strait may close if US blockade continues
Tensions have escalated in the Gulf after the Iran warned that the strategic Strait of Hormuz may not remain open if the United States (US) continues its naval blockade of Iranian ports. Read More: US, Iran eye Islamabad for fresh talks as Hormuz blockade tightens Iranian officials issued the warning amid a fragile ceasefire and ongoing diplomatic efforts involving […]
US signals talks but maintains Iran pressure
The United States said it is ready to hold diplomatic talks with Iran if Tehran chooses to engage. However, Washington is keeping military pressure and strict nuclear and regional conditions in place. Officials emphasized that Iran is fully aware of the terms required for negotiations. President Trump warned that a US “armada” has arrived in […]