Iran has increased diplomatic activity following statements by US President Donald Trump suggesting the US might resume full-scale strikes on the country. The US news website Axios reported that a US official said US Central Command was preparing for major military operations in Iran and awaiting orders from Washington.
Strait of Hormuz Shipping Nearly Stalls on Friday
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On Friday, shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz nearly stalled after two more vessels were attacked, as the U.S. signaled it would tighten economic pressure on Iran further.
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- Mohd HaiderBy Mohd Haider
On Friday, shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz nearly stalled after two more vessels were attacked, as the U.S. signaled it would tighten economic pressure on Iran further. Strait of Hormuz Traffic Plunges as Iran Talks Stall The decrease in traffic follows a senior Ira…
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