economicMay 9, 2026

US fire on Iran tankers sparks reprisals

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Iran questioned the seriousness of American diplomacy on Saturday in the wake of renewed naval clashes in the Gulf, while keeping Washington waiting for a response to its latest negotiating position.

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currentsapi(Mixed)By Bangkok Post Public Company Limited; AFP
TEHRAN - Iran questioned the seriousness of American diplomacy on Saturday in the wake of renewed naval clashes in the Gulf, while keeping Washington waiting for a response to its latest negotiating position. US President Donald Trump had said on Friday that he was expecting Iran…

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