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UN's 'Slow Death': Trump Annexes Strait of Hormuz, While Grossi Prepares a Coup at Headquarters

UN's 'Slow Death': Trump Annexes Strait of Hormuz, While Grossi Prepares a Coup at Headquarters

Politics 08/15/2026, 13:57
🚨 The UN has acknowledged its powerlessness against Trump's plan to annex the Strait of Hormuz. While Trump builds a "steel wall" and prepares Americans for rising gas prices, IAEA head Grossi has criticized the organization for its "slow death" amidst the election race for the Secretary-General post. 📉 Shipping in the strait has fallen to a historic low. #UN #Trump #Hormuz #Grossi #Geopolitics
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Flag of Iran against a brick wall — symbol of sovereignty in response to Trump’s threats over the Strait of Hormuz

«Neither by tweet nor by aircraft carrier»: Iran responds sharply to Trump's plan to annex the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 08/15/2026, 13:28
🚨 Escalation in the Strait of Hormuz: Iran responds to Trump's threat of annexing the strait. The Deputy Head of the Iranian MFA called the statements about capturing the strait «nonsense». Trump at a rally in New York promised to declare the strait US territory after the «defeat» of Iran. The situation has reached a boiling point: oil prices are hitting records, and global shipping is paralyzed. #Iran #Trump #Hormuz #Oil #War
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi at press conference rejecting US negotiations and warning of new conflict phase

Iran Rejects Negotiation Status with US: Aragchi on 'New Phase' of Conflict and the Fate of the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 08/15/2026, 11:32
🚨 Iran has officially stated that it is not negotiating with the US, despite rumors of extending the ceasefire. Foreign Minister Araqchi called the current exchange of messages through intermediaries not negotiations, but merely contacts. 🔹 The Islamabad Memorandum was violated by the US; the war has entered a "new phase." 🔹 Technical consultations are underway with Oman regarding new routes in the Strait of Hormuz. 🔹 Opening the strait depends on the US meeting certain conditions. 🔹 Donald Trump stated plans to declare the strait US territory but did not explain how to do so. #Iran #USA #StraitOfHormuz #Geopolitics #Aragchi
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Iranian patrol boat with Iranian and IRGC Navy flags escorts large cargo ship 'ABBA' in Strait of Hormuz, demonstrating control over strategic waterway in response to Trump’s threats

«Neither by tweet nor by aircraft carrier»: Iran responds to Trump's plans to annex the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 08/15/2026, 09:37
🚨 Iran responds to Trump's plans to annex the Strait of Hormuz: "Neither by tweet nor by aircraft carrier" 🌊🇮🇷 Deputy Foreign Minister of Iran Kazem Garibabadi reacted sharply to the statement by US President Donald Trump about his intention to declare the Strait of Hormuz US territory. The Iranian diplomat emphasized that the strait cannot be seized neither by a tweet, nor by an order, nor by an aircraft carrier. 🔹 Iran stated its readiness to continue the blockade of the strait in the event of pressure from the US. 🔹 Trump did not explain how he plans to implement his plan, despite the fact that jurisdiction over the strait is shared between Iran and Oman. 🔹 Experts warn of the risks of conflict escalation and consequences for the world economy. #Iran #USA #StraitOfHormuz #Trump #Geopolitics
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Donald Trump pointing during a speech, symbolizing U.S. pressure on NATO countries amid loyalty survey on military presence

Loyalty Test: US Sends Questionnaires to NATO Countries Ahead of Military Presence Review

Politics 08/15/2026, 06:25
🇺🇸 The US is sending loyalty questionnaires to NATO countries regarding Trump. The Pentagon is checking who buys American weapons and who supported the war with Iran. Spain has already been called a "terrible partner," and troops are being withdrawn from Germany. In December, it will be decided who remains in the alliance and who will be punished with sanctions. 📉🚫
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Oil spill in the Strait of Hormuz: tanker and pollution near the coasts of Iran and Oman

Environmental Threat in the Strait of Hormuz: Two Giant Oil Spots Appear off the Coasts of Iran and Oman

Incidents 08/15/2026, 12:58
🚨 Environmental Threat in the Strait of Hormuz: Two Giant Oil Spots Appear off the Coasts of Iran and Oman. Satellites have recorded spills off the islands of Qeshm and Sirri. One slick reaches 2,000 sq. km. Theories of causes range from attacks on tankers (including Minoan Pioneer and Caroline Bezengi) to technical failures. Experts warn of catastrophic consequences for the Persian Gulf ecosystem. 🌊🛢️ #StraitOfHormuz #Ecology #Oil #PersianGulf
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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announces unprecedented economic blockade of Iran

Economic Fury: US Announces Unprecedented Blockade of Iran and Total Financial Isolation

Politics 08/14/2026, 09:18
🇺🇸 The US is preparing "economic fury" for Iran: Scott Bessent announced unprecedented measures, including a total blockade of ports and the Strait of Hormuz. 🛑🛢️ The Treasury Secretary stated that next week the White House will announce new sanctions that will take Iran's isolation to a level "unseen in history." This is a continuation of the "maximum pressure" policy started in 2025. 🔥 The situation is heating up: on August 13, the US and Iran simultaneously claimed control over the strait. The world awaits escalation.
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US representative at a negotiation table with a US flag and UNITED STATES sign, discussing Pentagon strategy for Iran blockade in the Strait of Hormuz

"Steel Wall" in the Strait of Hormuz: Pentagon Confirms Readiness for Indefinite Blockade of Iran

Politics 08/14/2026, 00:51
🇺🇸 U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirms: The Pentagon is ready to maintain a naval blockade of Iran indefinitely. 🚢 🔹 The U.S. controls the Strait of Hormuz, calling the blockade a "steel wall." 🔹 More than 55 vessels have been diverted; three ships have been disabled. 🔹 Iran is attacking U.S. allies and commercial vessels in response. 🔹 The cost of the conflict for the U.S. is tens of billions of dollars. #USA #Iran #Blockade #Pentagon #Trump
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Donald Trump making a decision on total control of the Strait of Hormuz, leading to the collapse of Iran's economy

Trump's "Steel Wall": Total Control of the Strait of Hormuz and the Collapse of Iran's Economy

Politics 08/12/2026, 22:50
🚨 Trump's "Steel Wall": The US announces total control of the Strait of Hormuz! President Trump declared the collapse of Iran's economy and the defeat of its navy. But is it really that simple? 🤔 🔹 The blockade works: Iran's oil exports have dropped to zero. 🔹 Inflation in Iran: +300%. 🔹 But Iran does not surrender: mine warfare and proxy attacks continue. 📉 Oil prices are rising, the world is on the brink of an energy crisis. #Iran #Trump #StraitOfHormuz #Oil #Geopolitics
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Donald Trump in a blue suit and red tie, seated in a luxurious interior, contemplates a new strategy of economic pressure on Iran

Trump shifts strategy: from strikes to 'economic strangulation' of Iran. Why social media anger could derail the plan?

Politics 08/12/2026, 19:57
🇺🇸 Trump changes strategy on Iran: instead of strikes — economic pressure. 📉 Washington expects that sanctions and port blockades will break Tehran. ⚠️ But advisers sound the alarm: one angry message on Truth Social could derail the plan. 🚀 Pentagon admits: missile stocks are running out, not even enough for Ukraine. #Trump #Iran #Geopolitics #2026
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Silhouette of an oil rig against a sunset, symbolizing rising oil prices due to the conflict in the Persian Gulf

Oil Shock: Prices Surge Amid Closure of the Strait of Hormuz and Escalation of Conflict in the Persian Gulf

Economy 08/12/2026, 12:11
🛢️ Oil prices are rising again: Brent exceeded $89, and WTI — $83. The cause is Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on ships in the Persian Gulf. Traffic dropped from 140 to 6 ships per day. 📉 US reserves increased, but this is not curbing the rise due to fear of war. ⚠️ Experts are debating: will oil cost $100 or is this temporary panic?
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Donald Trump in a tuxedo in front of the American flag, issuing a warning to Iran about control of the Strait of Hormuz

"They Will Simply Be Destroyed": Trump Warns Iran of Full Control Over the Strait of Hormuz and Threat of Escalation

Politics 08/12/2026, 11:02
🚨 Trump warns Iran: "They will be destroyed" in case of escalation! 🇺🇸🇮🇷 🔹 US fully controls the Strait of Hormuz — claims the President. 🔹 "I am the last one to trust Iran" — Trump on Tehran's repeated deceptions. 🔹 Threat of military response in case of new provocations. 🔹 Economic pressure intensifies — new sanctions on the way? #Trump #Iran #StraitOfHormuz #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #XABinfo
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