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‘All trade, commercial exchanges halted’: How UAE responded to Iran’s latest ballistic missile attack

The United Arab Emirates has suspended all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran after accusing Tehran of launching two ballistic missiles towards the Gulf state, dealing a fresh blow to efforts to ease tensions between the two countries.

The Times of India · Aug 19

Trump is threatening to bomb Oman, but why?

Oman faces US President Trump's threats amid ongoing talks with Iran. These discussions concern managing the vital Strait of Hormuz shipping route. Trump expressed anger over a potential Oman-Iran deal regarding the strait. Oman has historically pursued engagement and mediation in the region. The sultanate is now navigating complex geopolitical…

The Economic Times · Aug 19

Trump Calls the Strait of Hormuz 'New U.S. Territory' — Tehran Says It Will Never Belong to Washington

Trump branded the Strait of Hormuz "New U.S. Territory" on Truth Social. Iran fired back; legal experts say a post can't redraw a border.

Latin Times · Aug 18

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Trump says no Iran talks planned as UAE suspends trade with Tehran

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday no talks with Iran were planned and insisted the Strait of Hormuz remained open despite reduced shipping traffic. Oman and Iran neared a deal on the waterway as a projectile struck a vessel, while the UAE said two Iranian ballistic missiles landed in or…

France 24 · Aug 18

From a 230-year-old ally to a bombing target: How Trump is trying to wreck the US-Omani relationship

IN FOCUS: Oman was the first Gulf nation to recognise the United States. Now experts tell Maira Butt that Trump’s threats have put its relationship with the country under strain

The Independent UK · Aug 18

A Biological Need To Steal?

Plus: Trump threatens Oman, the cost of Medicare for All, and booze laws in Britain and Boston.

Reason · Aug 18

Donald Trump Threatens To 'Bomb the S*** Out Of' Oman, Prompting Conservative Doctor To 'Question His Sanity'

A conservative doctor and National Review contributor says he now 'seriously' questions Donald Trump's sanity after the president threatened to 'bomb the s*** out of' US ally Oman.

International Business Times UK · Aug 18

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Trump Threatens To Bomb Oman: Why the Strait of Hormuz Could Send Fuel Prices Higher

Trump threatened to bomb Oman over the Strait of Hormuz as the key oil route stays gridlocked, a standoff that could push US fuel prices and inflation higher.

International Business Times UK · Aug 18

Governments’ borrowing costs hit further multi-decade highs as US-Iran peace hopes fade

Bond yields in US, UK, Germany France and Japan rise after ceasefire ends and Trump threatens to bomb Oman

The Guardian - UK · Aug 18

Ship attacked during Strait of Hormuz transit and other news from the Middle East

A ship was hit by a projectile while sailing out of the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK · Aug 18

Trump says 'no talks' taking place with Iran and claims Strait of Hormuz is 'open and operating'

The president had earlier posted an image of a map showing the Strait as a new US territory, appearing to restate his threat to claim sovereignty over the passage from last week.

Euronews · Aug 18

Oil prices jump after US-Iran ceasefire expires and Trump threatens Oman

Brent crude rises above $90 a barrel for the first time since 30 July after US president tells Tehran to surrender

The Guardian - UK · Aug 18

Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it gets in way of Iran deal

WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump threatened on Monday to bomb Oman if it "gets in the way" of a US deal with Iran on the Strait of Hormuz and called for Tehran to surrender in a war that has become a growing political burden.

Bangkok Post · Aug 18

Iran-US war latest: Trump claims Strait of Hormuz is open with all mines removed after declaring it ‘new US territory’

Negotiations between the parties remain deadlocked as the waterway remains largely closed

The Independent UK · Aug 18

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The Economic Times · Aug 18

Iran threatens to go on offensive in Strait of Hormuz if diplomacy with US fails

Iran will adopt an offensive military stance as peace negotiations with the United States have stalled. The memorandum of understanding signed in June has quickly unraveled over control of the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump has ruled out extending the temporary ceasefire agreement between the two nations. Iran has warned…

The Guardian - AU · Aug 17

Morning Mail: Inside Labor’s $2bn Pfas fight, why supermarkets want to scan faces, Trump threatens to bomb Oman

A federal lawsuit alleges 3M knew danger of ‘forever chemicals’ 50 years ago; Coles and Woolworths could use facial recognition technology to track shoppers

TechRadar · Aug 17

Proton VPN usage spikes in Oman amid suspected TikTok block

Proton VPN Free has seen a 600% surge in Omani sign-ups as users scramble to bypass a suspected nationwide ban on TikTok. Here is everything we know so far.

The Economic Times · Aug 17

A bombshell nuke attack claim exposes the trap Trump faces in Iran

The US-Iran nuclear agreement deadline passed without a breakthrough, and President Trump now seeks surrender. Iran signals readiness for a prolonged confrontation, showing little sign of accepting US demands. Former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene claimed nuclear weapons are discussed for Iran. Conventional weapons may not destroy Iran's deeply buried nuclear…

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The Independent UK · Aug 17

Bulletin PM briefing: Trump threatens Oman and Burnham fooled by imposter

Furious Trump sends sweary threat to Oman as tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz. Andy Burnham duped by imposter pretending to be Trump’s chief of staff. Why Reform’s benefits proposals have been branded ‘senseless and cruel’. Simon Levy denies violent attack on prison officer at HMP Belmarsh. Jason Arday faced…

International Business Times UK · Aug 17

Iran Goes 'Fully Offensive', Gives US 'Few Weeks' to Honour Peace Deal or Face Hormuz Escalation

Iran has warned the US of potential escalation in the Strait of Hormuz if a stalled peace framework is not implemented within weeks, amid ongoing tensions over control of the strategic waterway.

Bangkok Post · Aug 17

Trump threatens Oman: latest developments in US-Iran war

DUBAI - US President Donald Trump threatened on Monday to bomb Oman, 60 days after the signing of a memorandum of understanding towards a peace deal to end the war between the United States and Iran.

The Times of India · Aug 17

No new strikes, no peace deal: What Donald Trump’s ‘low-key’ Iran strategy means

The United States is employing a low-key strategy against Iran after a deadline expired. Economic pressure and diplomacy are now the primary tools being utilized. The US is maintaining sanctions and a naval blockade to influence Tehran. This approach aims to avoid immediate military escalation while seeking concessions. Backchannel communications…

The Independent UK · Aug 17

Furious Trump sends sweary threat to Oman as tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz

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Euronews · Aug 17

Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it impedes US-Iran Strait of Hormuz talks

Tehran has been locked in ongoing talks with Oman over establishing a secure passage for commercial shipping through the Strait, which usually carries around a quarter of the world’s seaborne oil trade.

The Independent UK · Aug 17

Trump again threatens to ‘bomb the s*** out of’ ally Oman over Strait of Hormuz

President’s threat comes as ceasefire agreement with Iran comes to an end, with little progress on reopening the key international waterway

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