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Trump Threatens to Annex Strait of Hormuz as Iran Vows Sole Control Over It
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 2 hours ago
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US President Trump threatened to annex the Strait of Hormuz and intensify economic pressure on Iran, which rejected the threats and asserted sole control over the strategic waterway. Iranian officials emphasized their missile capabilities and dismissed US efforts to destabilize the regime, while the White House warned Iran to accept a deal or face consequences.
- 01Trump plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz US territory and target Iran's economy.
- 02Iran insists it alone controls the Strait and is not intimidated by US threats.
- 03Iranian Revolutionary Guard advisor claims US is failing and suggests prolonging conflict.
- 04Iran justifies attacks on civilian ships to prevent enemy supply routes.
- 05Iran produces more missiles daily than it launches, warning of strategic importance.
- 06White House urges Iran to accept a deal or face consequences.
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