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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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Fighter in black balaclava with AK-47 on board of a ship in the Red Sea — symbol of Houthi threat, against which Saudi Arabia formed a naval coalition

Saudi Arabia forms a naval coalition of 14 countries against Houthis: how the balance of power in the Red Sea will change

Politics 08/12/2026, 03:27
🚨 Saudi Arabia has formed a naval coalition of 14 countries against the Houthis! 🌊🛡️ The alliance aims to restore shipping safety in the Red Sea, disrupted by the Houthi blockade. Egypt, Turkey, Pakistan, and other countries have joined. The UAE and Israel are not participating due to regional conflicts. The Houthis threaten "full-scale escalation." #SaudiArabia #Houthis #RedSea #NavalCoalition
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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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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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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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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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Turkish President Erdogan, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and Pakistani Prime Minister Sheikh Hassan jointly hold a glowing globe, symbolizing the new strategic alliance 'Meccan Shield' against Iran.

«Meccan Shield» against Iran: Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan sign a pact changing the balance of power in the Middle East

Politics 08/07/2026, 16:19
🇹🇷🇸🇦🇵🇰 Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan have signed the «Meccan Agreement» — a trilateral defense pact changing the balance of power in the Middle East. The Houthis and Iran are in shock: the new alliance combines military potential, financial resources, and nuclear status. What does this mean for the region and the world? 🌍🔥 #MeccanAgreement #MiddleEast #Geopolitics
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People resting on the floor in an underground passage or subway station in Israel, awaiting evacuation or flight cancellations due to escalating tensions in the Middle East

Evacuation or Cancelled Plans: US Embassies Urge Citizens to Leave the Middle East Immediately

Politics 08/01/2026, 17:02
🚨 US Embassies in Israel and the Middle East have urged citizens to leave the region immediately due to the threat of conflict escalation with Iran. Diplomats warned about the unpredictability of the regime and the possible expansion of attacks. 🇺🇸🇮🇷 Media reports indicate plans for massive bombings of Iranian infrastructure, with a decision potentially being made in the coming days.
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