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White House says Trump was joking about making the Strait of Hormuz American territory

White House says Trump was joking about making the Strait of Hormuz American territory

Sat 15 Aug 2026 05:04 CEST

Donald Trump has threatened to make the Strait of Hormuz “American territory” once the conflict with Iran is over. But after a backlash from Iran, the White House says Trump was joking

Iran threatens retaliation against Israel as Trump says ceasefire is over and talks may resume

Iran threatens retaliation against Israel as Trump says ceasefire is over and talks may resume

Fri 10 Jul 2026 14:54 CEST

Iran threatens to attack Israel if the US continues its attacks on the country. At the same time, US President Donald Trump reiterates that the ceasefire is over - but he also opens the door to talks with Iran

Sources: Ahmad Vahidi is the one keeping the Strait of Hormuz closed

Sources: Ahmad Vahidi is the one keeping the Strait of Hormuz closed

Fri 24 Apr 2026 13:51 CEST

Donald Trump claims that Iran's government is deeply divided and has spoken about regime change. But the mullahs' rule remains, and peace talks are becoming more difficult as uncompromising voices have taken the lead