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Iran’s supreme leader warns of ‘new bitter defeats’ for US and Israel

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei warned the navy was ready to inflict ‘new bitter defeats’ on the US and Israel.

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again over US blockade of its ports

Two Indian ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz have come under fire.

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Gunfire reported by vessel in Strait of Hormuz

A maritime agency reported that a tanker was fired on by gunboats in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Hormuz: Spin in the Strait

The blockade saga in Hormuz and the tactics of war versus tactics of propaganda.

Pakistan PM, army chief wrap up key trips in push for more US-Iran talks

Asim Munir leaves Tehran while PM Shehbaz Sharif heads home from Turkiye with hopes of another round of US-Iran talks.

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Trump says US will ‘start dropping bombs again’ if no Iran deal is reached

US President Donald Trump says the US will “have to start dropping bombs again” if no US-Iran deal is reached.

NBA: Jalen Green, Suns shoot past Warriors, will play Thunder in playoffs

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New Jersey announces $150 transit tickets to reach the World Cup

Transit fares from New York to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey for World Cup matches will rise to $150.

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Trump thanks Gulf states for their ‘tremendous’ support

‘This will be a great and brilliant day for the world’ Donald Trump said as Iran fully opens the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran war updates: IRGC says Hormuz closed until US blockade lifted

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