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Why Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz after decades of holding back

US forces have struck hundreds of Iranian targets – including in the southern port city of Bandar Abbas – over three consecutive nights in a bid by the US president, Donald Trump, to regain some modicum of control over the Strait of Hormuz.

The Conversation · Jul 14

'Mojtaba Khamenei is 90% gone': Trump makes big claim as US-Iran conflict spirals out of control

US President Donald Trump claimed Iran's top military leadership is wiped out and successor Mojtaba Khamenei is "90% gone". Trump announced an "Iranian blockade" alongside transit fees for the Strait of Hormuz, sparking a sharp rejection from Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who insisted Tehran remains the waterway's guardian.

The Economic Times · Jul 14

'Mojtaba Khamenei is 90% gone': Donald Trump's big claim as US strikes on Iran continue

US President Trump stated Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is "90% gone" after recent strikes. Mojtaba Khamenei missed his father's funeral, citing security concerns. He vowed to avenge the killing of his father and other martyrs. The Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint after Iran attacked a container ship. Renewed…

The Times of India · Jul 13

Iran newspaper lists Trump, European leaders as revenge targets

A conservative Iranian newspaper published a list of foreign leaders for revenge. This list was released after the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Mojtaba Khamenei, his son, vowed retribution for the attacks. The infographic featured leaders from the US, Israel, and European nations. These individuals were identified as targets…

The Economic Times · Jul 12

'No dead man's switch': How Trump's 'bomb Iran' plan would work if he is 'assassinated'

US President Donald Trump has claimed he has left standing orders for the US military to unleash massive retaliation against Iran if Tehran follows through on what he described as long-standing assassination threats against him.

The Times of India · Jul 12

Trump rejects Iran’s strait of Hormuz closure claim as fight for control goes on

Ceasefire at the point of collapse after almost a week of tit-for-tat exchanges escalate tensions across Gulf region

The Guardian - UK · Jul 12

US military says it is striking Iran in response to attack on civilian vessel in Strait of Hormuz

Iran says it again considers the Strait of Hormuz closed after a vessel using an ‘unauthorized route’ was struck by a warning shot in the critical waterway — potentially further menacing the already tenuous ceasefire agreement with the United States

The Independent UK · Jul 11

Tehran, Oman discussed 'appropriate mechanisms' to keep Hormuz shipping safe, says Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held talks with his Omani counterpart on Saturday over mechanisms to ensure the safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. The discussions came as diplomatic efforts continued around the strategic waterway amid renewed tensions between Tehran and Washington.

The Times of India · Jul 11

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vows to avenge father's killing

Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, vowed national revenge for his father's assassination. He praised the massive funeral turnout as historic and enemy-breaking. Those responsible for the killing will not escape justice, he declared. He thanked millions for participating in funeral ceremonies across Iran and Iraq. Mojtaba Khamenei pledged to…

The Economic Times · Jul 11

'Blood of martyrs ... ': Mojtaba's message of 'revenge' after father Ali Khamenei's funeral

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei said on Saturday that avenging his slain predecessor and father was "the demand of the nation" and "must certainly" take place, according to a written message published on his official Telegram account.

The Times of India · Jul 11