Trump vows total victory over Iran after Hormuz rescue
Donald Trump stated a goal of total victory over Iran. At the same time, U.S. forces conducted a rescue of an Apache crew near the Strait of Hormuz.
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Donald Trump stated a goal of total victory over Iran. At the same time, U.S. forces conducted a rescue of an Apache crew near the Strait of Hormuz.
Donald Trump indicated that a US-Iran agreement might be finalized within days. He also characterized Iran as volatile and asserted strong US military readiness against potential threats.
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The White House indicated that any ceasefire agreement with Iran must satisfy specific U.S. red lines. No decisions were announced after the Situation Room meeting.
The Defense Secretary stated the United States stands ready to resume military strikes if talks with Iran collapse.
Iranian state media reported that U.S. forces struck an uninhabited area near Bandar Abbas. No injuries or damage were recorded. The incident followed earlier Iranian claims of U.S. activity in the region.
Oil prices initially fell on hopes of reduced Middle East tensions before reversing after U.S. airstrikes were reported. Investors are repricing risk in energy markets.