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Trump's shifting on Iran missiles is just not adding up

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Iran Herald

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· Jul 9, 2026

"Will get much worse" if ships attacked again: Trump warns Iran of tougher response

Washington [US], July 9 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) warned Iran that American military action would intensify if Tehran continues attacks on commercial vessels.In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote, 'This is in retribution for yesterday's bombing of ships by Iran. It happens again, it will get much worse!'He also shared an image of the aftermath of US strikes in Chabahar, I

Legal Insurrection

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· Jul 11, 2026

Mojtaba Khamenei Vows to ‘Avenge’ His Father ‘Soon’ as Trump Warns of Swift Retaliation to Any Assassination Attempt

President Trump: 1000 Missiles are Locked ​and Loaded and aimed at the Islamic Republic of Iran, ... should the Iranian Government act on its ‌threat. The post Mojtaba Khamenei Vows to ‘Avenge’ His Father ‘Soon’ as Trump Warns of Swift Retaliation to Any Assassination Attempt first appeared on Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion.

AllSides

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· Jun 28, 2026

CENTCOM launches second wave of retaliatory strikes on Iran as Trump warns US may 'complete the job'

President Donald Trump is threatening to re-escalate U.S. attacks on Iran after the regime in Tehran continued attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran launched strikes against both Kuwait and Bahrain this weekend, leading to condemnations from both Arab neighbors. Israel and Lebanon agreed to the framework of a deal that would see the IDF withdraw from Southern Lebanon. Israeli officials say they will only withdraw if the Lebanese army deploys against Hezbollah.

Modern Diplomacy

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· Jul 9, 2026

Iran strikes U.S. targets after fresh American attacks

Iran said on Thursday it had targeted U.S. military infrastructure across the Gulf in retaliation for fresh American strikes on Iranian territory, marking the latest escalation in a conflict that is increasingly testing a fragile ceasefire brokered just weeks ago. The renewed exchange of attacks came as Iran prepared to bury its late Supreme Leader [] The post Iran strikes U.S. targets after fresh American attacks appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

South China Morning Post

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· Jun 28, 2026

Iran strikes American bases in Bahrain, Kuwait amid US offensive

Iran and the US continued their attacks in the Gulf as each accused the other of violating an interim deal signed less than two weeks ago to end their four-month-old war. Shortly after President Donald Trump warned the US might “militarily complete the job”, Iran early on Sunday launched missiles and drones on US military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain, continuing a series of escalating attacks. Beyond the Gulf, Israel said it had struck Iran-backed Hezbollah militants in southern Lebanon as...

The Hindu BusinessLine

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· Jul 11, 2026

Trump threatens Iran after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral saw open calls for his killing

“1000 missiles are locked and loaded and aimed at the Islamic Republic of Iran, should the Iranian government act on its threat,” Trump

AzerNews

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· Jun 29, 2026

Why US-Iran confrontation persist despite diplomacy

The latest escalation between the United States and Iran illustrates a recurring paradox in Middle Eastern geopolitics, where diplomatic engagement and military confrontation are not mutually exclusive.

Sky News Australia

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· Jun 26, 2026

Trump declares Iran '100 per cent' agreed on nuclear weapons arrangement

President Donald Trump claims the United States is negotiating with Iran from a position of “pure strength”. “The straits are already open, and we’re setting records in the straits. We cannot let Iran have a nuclear weapon,” Mr Trump said. “You want to see problems? You give them a nuclear weapon, and they’ll use it within the first hour. “They will not have a nuclear weapon, and they’ve agreed to that 100 per cent.”

India TV News

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· Jun 29, 2026

How Iran's strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait forced the US to reassess military presence in Middle East

The back-and-forth attacks between the United States (US) and Iran, despite them signing a peace deal this month, have once again escalated the tensions in the Middle East, with analysts fearing that it could further disrupt the global supply chains. These strikes are a result of Iran targeting a container vessel near Oman's coast in the Strait of Hormuz.

The Hill

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· Jul 8, 2026

Live updates: Trump suggests Iran might target him after saying ceasefire to end war is 'over'

President Trump on Wednesday suggested Iran might target him as tensions grow between the U.S. and Middle East country. Earlier, the president said at the NATO summit that ceasefire with Iran is over and declared he didn't want to deal with them anymore after both sides traded strikes overnight and the U.S. revoked a sanctions waiver that allowed...

Sweden Herald

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· Jun 27, 2026

US and Iran trade attacks and threats as tensions escalate in Gulf region

US and Iran trade attacks and threats as tensions escalate in Gulf region

DawnNews English

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trump Warns US Could Strike Iran Again Tonight After Gulf Attacks | Middle East Tensions Escalate |

US President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could launch another strike on Iran as early as tonight, following reported attacks on US military facilities in the Gulf. The latest developments mark a significant escalation in tensions between Washington and Tehran, raising fears of a broader regional conflict. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #trump #iran #unitedstates #middleeast #breakingnews #Geopolitics #worldnews #dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

South Africa Today

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· Jun 23, 2026

Inside the Trump Administration’s Iran Nuclear Strategy: Strict Inspections and Agricultural Ties

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration’s Iran nuclear strategy is taking a decidedly different shape than previous diplomatic efforts, pivoting toward mandatory, unrestricted weapons inspections while simultaneously leveraging American agriculture and domestic energy production. According to key congressional and diplomatic voices, this multi-pronged framework aims to neutralize Tehran’s atomic ambitions without repeating the pitfalls of past []

World Israel News

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· Jul 9, 2026

‘Fighting US aggression’ – Iran blasts Gulf after American strikes

Tehran warned additional U.S. attacks would trigger wider retaliation against American military installations across the region. The post ‘Fighting US aggression’ – Iran blasts Gulf after American strikes appeared first on World Israel News.

The Japan Times

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· Jul 10, 2026

Trump says U.S. agreed to Iran’s request to continue talks, but ceasefire is over

The United States also stepped up demands that Iran stop attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, where recent hostilities have pushed oil prices higher.

ArcaMax

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· Jun 28, 2026

US, Iran trade fresh attacks that put ceasefire under strain

The U.S. and Iran traded attacks targeting each other’s military infrastructure, signaling no letup in several days of escalation that are straining a ceasefire underpinning peace talks. In the latest barrage on Sunday, Iran’s Islamic ...

Times of India

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· Jul 11, 2026

Trump threatens Iran with '1000 missiles' as both sides shoot their mouth in Gulf spat

President Trump threatened Iran with massive missile strikes if assassination plots are pursued. This warning dramatically escalated tensions between the two nations. Disagreements over a maritime deal's interpretation fueled renewed military exchanges. Iran vowed revenge for past actions and perceived US treaty violations. Ambiguity and mistrust now threaten another fragile understanding between them.

BRICS News

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· Jun 28, 2026

JUST IN: 🇺🇸🇮🇷 United States says it carried out strikes against 10 Iranian military targets.

JUST IN: United States says it carried out strikes against 10 Iranian military targets.@BRICSNews

Al-Monitor

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· Jul 8, 2026

Analysis-Trump wants to leave the Iran war behind. That won't happen soon

By Matt SpetalnickWASHINGTON, July 8 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump’s struggle to extricate himself from the unpopular Iran war has hit a new roadblock with the latest exchange of attacks between the two sides, leaving him with few good options and a faltering ceasefire.Trump declared that an interim agreement to end the conflict was over and ordered fresh strikes on Wednesday after Iran targeted U.S. military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait following the U.S. bombing of Iranian targets in response to attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.

The Young Turks

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· Jun 28, 2026

BREAKING: US ATTACKS IRAN! NEW ROUND OF BOMBING!

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teleSUR English

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· Jul 9, 2026

From Ceasefire to Crossfire: How U.S.-Iran Tensions Spiral in 48 Hours?

U.S. President declared he didn’t want to deal with the Iranians anymore. On late Wednesday, U.S. forces launched fresh airstrikes against Iran, prompting Iranian retaliation against U.S. military positions in Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar. RELATED: Iran says it struck U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain U.S. President Donald Trump said that he believed the current []

WRAL News

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· Jul 9, 2026

US and Iran exchange intensifying fire across the Gulf, threatening the interim deal to end war

The United States has launched new airstrikes against Iran, and Tehran responded by targeting Gulf countries. The exchange of fire threatened an interim deal intended to help end the war in the Middle East. Back-and-forth attacks have repeatedly threatened the ceasefire, but Thursday’s appeared b...

Investing.com

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· Jul 11, 2026

Trump says missiles aimed at Iran if Tehran targets US president

Trump says missiles aimed at Iran if Tehran targets US president

Latestly.com

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· Jul 8, 2026

Donald Trump Warns Iran of Fresh Strikes After Declaring Ceasefire 'Over' (Watch Video)

Speaking from Washington, the US President Donald Trump issued a sharp warning of direct military action, stating the United States is prepared to 'hit them hard' if Tehran continues its current actions in the region. The sudden shift in rhetoric has significantly heightened geopolitical tensions and prompted mixed reactions across the Middle East.

NBC News

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trump Says Ceasefire is ‘Over’ After US and Iran Exchange Strikes

The United States and Iran exchanged dozens of new attacks across the Middle East. Speaking at a NATO summit in Turkey, President Donald Trump says the ceasefire is “over” and is casting doubt on the future of the interim deal to end the war. NBC’s Richard Engel reports for TODAY.

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 12, 2026

AS serang Iran selepas kapal komersial ditembak

WASHINGTON: Presiden Amerika Syarikat (AS), Donald Trump mengarahkan serangan udara baharu ke atas Iran pada Sabtu selepas Kor Pengawal Revolusi Islam (IRGC) menyerang sebuah kapal komersial yang sedang melalui Selat Hormuz, menurut kenyataan tentera AS. Markas Pusat AS (CENTCOM) berkata, kapal kontena M/V GFS Galaxy, yang belayar di bawah bendera Cyprus, tidak dapat meneruskan pelayarannya ... Read more The post AS serang Iran selepas kapal komersial ditembak appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Yemen Press Agency

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· Jul 11, 2026

Trump threatens Iran with ‘1,000 missiles’ over alleged assassination plot

WASHINGTON, July 11 (YPA) –US President Donald Trump threatened late Friday into Saturday that the United States would “completely destroy” Iran if it attempted to assassinate him or succeeded in doing so. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump wrote: “There are 1,000 missiles ready to launch and aimed at the Islamic Republic []

TRT World

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· Jul 11, 2026

Trump says missiles 'locked and loaded' if Iran targets him

President Donald Trump has warned the US military is locked and loaded with thousands of missiles if Iran follows through on reported threats to assassinate him. It comes as Washington urges Tehran to publicly state it will not target ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is in Oman for more talks. Kristina Simich reports.

The Tribune

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· Jul 11, 2026

“Locked and loaded”: Trump says 1,000 missiles aimed at Iran

Trump said that 1,000 missiles are locked and loaded, aimed at Iran.

Hindustan Times

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· Jun 27, 2026

US Iran war LIVE updates: US attacks Iran after ‘ceasefire violation’; IRGC strikes back and warns of ‘broader response’

US-Iran war LIVE updates: The US and Iran once again traded strikes as the US accused Tehran of launching attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman. The flare-up threatens the fragile truce that ended months of war in the region.

Arutz Sheva

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· Jul 9, 2026

90 targets struck: US strikes in Iran targets following attacks on shipping

US forces strike 90 Iranian military and infrastructure targets, prompting Iranian threats of immediate retaliation. Trump: This is in retribution for yesterday’s bombing of ships by Iran.

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 8, 2026

What are Trump’s options now that he’s said the ceasefire is over?

President Donald Trump, in a marathon of media engagements on Wednesday at the NATO summit, declared the U.S.-Iran ceasefire “over,” warned that the United States could carry out additional strikes on them that night, but also downplayed the possibility of an escalation, which he’s long threatened. Trump’s about-face on the memorandum of understanding, which the []

Egypt Independent

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· Jul 11, 2026

Trump threatens Iran with “1000 Missiles” if it targets him. Here’s the latest

US President Donald Trump has threatened Iran with “1000 Missiles Locked and Loaded,” adding that the US is “ready, willing, and able, for a one year period of time, subject to extension, to completely decimate and destroy all areas” of the country if its leadership attempts to assassinate him. Israel’s intelligence had recently shared with The post Trump threatens Iran with “1000 Missiles” if it targets him. Here’s the latest appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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