Iran war live: Trump hints new strikes, says US knocked ‘hell out’ of Iran — SkimNews
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- Trump stated the US has knocked the 'hell out' of Iran and hinted at further military action, escalating rhetoric amid ongoing tensions.
- Iran reported that seven oil tankers sustained damage in the Strait of Hormuz on a single day, the highest daily toll since the US-Israel conflict with Tehran began.
- Strait of Hormuz saw intensified attacks, with Iran warning of a wider response to US actions after the surge in shipping damage.
- Al Jazeera reported Iran's warning of a broader retaliation against the US, aligning with Iran's claim of significant maritime damage.
Why it matters: The surge in attacks on shipping and Trump’s explicit threat of more strikes raise the risk of a direct US-Iran military escalation. With seven tankers damaged in one day, the strategic waterway’s stability is now in immediate jeopardy, affecting global energy flows and regional actors reliant on uninterrupted passage.
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