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Burning ship Vela Nova under attack in the Gulf of Oman, fireboats extinguishing flames against a backdrop of mountains

Attack on 'Vela Nova': US disables vessel in the Gulf of Oman amid escalation of conflict with Iran

Politics 08/12/2026, 09:06
🚨 The US attacked the vessel Vela Nova in the Gulf of Oman. According to CENTCOM, a Navy helicopter fired two Hellfire missiles at the Panama-flagged vessel attempting to breach the blockade of Iran. The crew ignored warnings. 📊 Statistics: 55 vessels diverted, 3 disabled. 🇮🇷 Iran has put forward new demands for opening the Strait of Hormuz. 🇺🇸 Internal political crisis: The Senate rejected Trump's request for $70 billion, and the President is in conflict with the head of the Pentagon over a shortage of missiles.
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Iranian flag in front of an American flag in a city, symbolizing Iran's ultimatum to the US regarding the Strait of Hormuz

Iran issues ultimatum to US: Strait of Hormuz closed until 2029 and 'until Trump leaves'

Politics 08/11/2026, 20:33
🚨 Iran issues ultimatum to US: Strait of Hormuz closed until 2029! 🛑 Tehran conveyed conditions for opening the strait via intermediaries: cessation of wars in Lebanon and Gaza + unfreezing of assets. Iran sees no point in a deal with Trump and is ready to wait until January 2029. 📉 Oil prices are rising, the world is on the brink of an energy crisis. #Iran #StraitOfHormuz #USA #Trump #Oil #Geopolitics
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Ukrainian flag in front of the US Capitol — symbol of pressure on Moscow and Tehran via new sanctions

Hellish Sanctions: US House of Representatives Receives Ultimatum for Moscow and Tehran

Politics 08/11/2026, 07:44
🇺🇸 The US is on the verge of adopting "hellish sanctions" against Russia and Iran. The House of Representatives has received a bill that has already been approved by the Senate (86 to 11). 🔥 Key details: 🔹 Tariffs of up to 500% on goods from Russia. 🔹 Blow to the shadow fleet and banks. 🔹 Sanctions will only be lifted upon signing a peace treaty on Ukraine's terms. The document is ready for Donald Trump's signature. 🇺🇸🇺🇦
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Donald Trump in front of American flags, emotionally delivering a speech, contrasting with his secret escape from the NATO summit in Turkey through a food truck due to Iran threat.

Secret Escape: How Trump Left the NATO Summit in Turkey via a Catering Van Due to Iran Threat

Politics 08/11/2026, 05:36
🇺🇸 **Secret Operation in Turkey:** Trump left the NATO summit not on "Air Force One," but in a catering van! 🕵️‍♂️ Due to a threat from Iran, the Secret Service used an old Boeing 747 as a decoy. The President was secretly transferred to a military C-32A aircraft. 🇺🇦 **Ukraine and Air Defense:** At the summit, Trump promised Zelenskyy help with Patriots, but is now refusing to issue licenses. 🔥 **Context:** The U.S. resumed strikes on Iran, increasing risks for NATO leaders in Ankara. #Trump #NATO #Security #Ukraine #Politics
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Donald Trump at the microphone, changing strategy towards Iran before elections

From 'Unprecedented Strike' to Economic Pressure: Trump Shifts Iran Strategy Ahead of Elections

Politics 08/11/2026, 02:39
🇺🇸 **Trump shifts Iran strategy:** instead of an 'unprecedented strike' — economic pressure. 📉 **Reasons:** • Oil prices falling to $80/barrel reduce risks for the U.S. • Support for war is dropping ahead of the November 3 elections. • Gulf allies fear escalation. 🇮🇷 **Iran's Position:** Tehran demands the lifting of sanctions and port blockades, citing the memorandum from June 2026. 🤝 **Outlook:** Experts see an 'impasse' — both sides are waiting for concessions. The military option is being postponed in favor of an economic blockade.
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Donald Trump in a blue suit with a purple tie, holding a folder, against columns and greenery — symbolizing determination in holding Iran accountable for 50 years of conflicts

Trump presents Iran with a bill for 50 years: from the sinking of the USS Cole to the suppression of protests

Politics 08/10/2026, 22:33
🇺🇸 **Trump presents Iran with a bill for 50 years:** US President Donald Trump stated that if Iran demands compensation for war damage from the last 5 months, the US demands a counter-payment for everyone killed by Iranians over 50 years. 🔹 **Included in the bill:** - Victims of attacks on the USS Cole; - 52,000 killed in the last 5 months of conflict; - Families of hundreds of thousands of protesters killed by Iranian authorities. Trump instructed his representatives to take this into account in negotiations. Iran insists on its demands, but the US is ready for tough bargaining. 📉 #Trump #Iran #War #Politics
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Donald Trump at a microphone, symbolizing his decision to opt for economic pressure instead of military action against Iran

Trump Rules Out Strike on Iran: A 'Chess Game' of Economic Pressure Instead of War

Politics 08/10/2026, 06:11
🇺🇸 Donald Trump has ruled out a direct strike on Iran, stating a shift to economic pressure. The President compared the situation to a "chess game," noting that Tehran is bankrupt due to inflation and has no money for war. Despite Iran's new demands regarding the Strait of Hormuz, the White House remains calm. 🛢️ Oil prices are falling, and American consumers feel the crisis less. 📉
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Donald Trump at a desk with a serious expression, with the American flag and presidential standard in the background, symbolizing tension in relations with Iran

Trump in a Dead End: Iran Issues Ultimatum Blocking US Exit from War

Politics 08/10/2026, 03:08
🇺🇸 **Trump in a Dead End: Iran Issues Ultimatum** The US administration is facing a serious problem in negotiations regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Iran is demanding billions of dollars in reparations and a troop withdrawal, which threatens Trump's narrative of "victory" in the war. 🔻 **Key Facts:** • Iran is blocking the strait, demanding the lifting of the blockade and payments. • The war has depleted US weapon stockpiles. • VP JD Vance is optimistic, but experts see risks to the President's reputation. #USA #Iran #Trump #War #Oil
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Mojtaba Khamenei surrounded by associates in the first published video refuting rumors of his critical condition

Iran releases first video of Mojtaba Khamenei: attempt to dispel rumors of his critical condition

Politics 08/09/2026, 16:53
🇮🇷 Iran has shown the first video of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei since March 2026. The clip, published by Mehr agency, aims to refute rumors of his critical condition following the February attack. However, experts doubt the relevance of the footage: the date and location of filming are not specified. President Pezeshkian previously admitted difficulties in contacting the leader. 📹🤔 #Iran #Khamenei #Politics
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Missile on display as a symbol of depleted arsenals of the US and allies due to the war with Iran

Depleted Arsenal: How the War with Iran Left the US and Allies Defenseless

Politics 08/09/2026, 15:56
🚨 The US faces a critical shortage of surface-to-air missiles following the war with Iran. Patriot arsenals are depleted, and deliveries to Europe and Asia have been postponed. 🇺🇸 The Trump administration denies the problem, but experts warn: Russia and China may exploit US weakness. 🇺🇦 Ukraine is at risk: On August 5, not a single one of the 28 Russian missiles was intercepted. Replenishing US stockpiles will take more than 2 years. #USA #Iran #Ukraine #MilitaryCrisis
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Tanker in the Strait of Hormuz: Iran demands six conditions for reopening shipping

Iran Issues Ultimatum to the US: Strait of Hormuz Will Not Open Without Fulfillment of Six Demands

Politics 08/09/2026, 03:32
🚨 Iran issues ultimatum to the US: Strait of Hormuz will not open without fulfilling 6 strict conditions. Iran's Security Council Secretary Zolqadr stated that deals with Oman are insufficient. Tehran demands troop withdrawal, reparations, and the lifting of the blockade. 📉 This puts pressure on Trump ahead of the November elections. A scandal in the Pentagon over a missile shortage. #Iran #USA #StraitOfHormuz #Trump #Oil
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