The White House is preparing for an extended military confrontation with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, Axios reported, citing United States officials. The escalation follows the collapse of a recent 60-day ceasefire memorandum of understanding (MoU). While the officials noted that the length of the conflict depends entirely on Tehran’s willingness to stop its attacks on commercial ships, Washington reportedly feels free to intensify the campaign because steady tanker traffic stabilized oil prices. Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf earlier warned, “if you strike, you’ll get hit,” while US Vice President Vance promised continued military action to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.
Trump: US may reimpose blockade on Iran
United States President Donald Trump warned on Wednesday that the US may reintroduce its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, but only applied to Iran. “And we may put down the blockade. We may put it back, and it will only be a blockade for Iran. Anybody else can have whatever they want,” Trump elaborated. The Republican president went on to add that the US attacked Kharg Island, Iran’s oil launch point, last night, and added that he might seize the territory. “We may take over Kharg Island. There’s not a thing they can do about it … They might hit it again tonight,” he added.
Trump: We’ll probably strike Iran again tonight
United States President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that his country plans to strike Iran again tonight, because of Tehran’s attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. “They launched a couple of drones and one rocket, one missile, at ships, because they were in the strait, which they have every right to be. So, we hit them very hard last night. We’ll probably hit them hard tonight. I’ll give them a little warning, we’re gonna hit them hard tonight. But we’ll see how it all turns out. No, I’m not happy with them,” Trump said during his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the NATO summit in Ankara. The US president previously claimed that Washington’s ceasefire with Iran is “over” as far as he is concerned, because he does not want to “waste his time” anymore.
NN: I like it when we bomb the bastards into submission!
Iran confirms 85 attacks on US military sites….. Alarms ring in Kuwait, Bahrain amid US-Iran escalation…. US confirms launching ‘powerful’ Iran strikes…. Rutte: Attacks on Iran ‘absolutely necessary’
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed it launched missile and drone strikes on 85 United States military sites in response to what it called American “aggression.” The group reported targeting the US Navy Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain and Ali Al-Salem Air Base in Kuwait, describing the operation as an “initial response” to US actions. The statement came after the US launched strikes on Iran overnight in response to Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Alarms ring in Kuwait, Bahrain amid US-Iran escalation
Sirens have been activated across Kuwait and Bahrain on Wednesday morning, local time, according to the authorities, amid renewed escalation between the United States and Iran over the night. Concurrently, media outlets said ballistic missiles were launched from Iran. The target of the attack may have been the US Ali As Salem Air Base, while a series of explosions was said to have shaken Bahrain. Information also emerged about continued Iranian drone attacks against Bahrain. Tehran earlier vowed retaliation against the US.
US confirms launching ‘powerful’ Iran strikes
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed its forces carried out strikes against Iranian targets. CENTCOM said the series of strikes, which it described as “powerful,” were conducted in response to Iranian attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The statement described Iran’s latest action as a breach of the ceasefire and said the strikes were meant to impose costs and safeguard shipping routes. “Iran’s demonstrated aggression was unwarranted, dangerous, and a clear violation of the ceasefire,” it said.
Rutte: Attacks on Iran ‘absolutely necessary’
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) said on Wednesday that the new strikes on Iran by the United States were “absolutely necessary.” “When you have a ceasefire and Iran is basically violating the ceasefire – we’ve seen what happened yesterday, with ships [in the Strait of Hormuz] being attacked – I think it is totally crucial that the US forcefully react,” he told reporters during the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey. Furthermore, the NATO chief said he expects allies to reconfirm that Iran must fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
NN: I guess Iran got a different memo. In their copy they get to control the straights. If this is allowed to continue they control the world oil supply. And by extension the global economy. We don’t let them have nukes. And we certainly do want them to control 25% of the worlds oil. We should deliver to them nukes. By B52 bomber!
Oil jumps 4% after US revokes Iran oil license
Crude oil prices jumped by more than 4% on Tuesday after the United States Department of the Treasury revoked a temporary waiver that authorized the sale of Iranian oil. The move comes after Iran supposedly struck three oil tankers throughout the past day in the Strait of Hormuz. In addition, Qatar summoned the Iranian deputy ambassador earlier today after a Qatari oil tanker, Al Rakayat, was hit. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) for August deliveries increased by 4.35%, going for $71.53 per barrel at 3:02 pm ET. A minute later, Brent for September’s settlements advanced 4.49%, selling at $75.22 a barrel.
NN: Hatred runs deep with fanatics. Iran can not help themselves………
Marco Rubio LIVE: Rubio Breaks Silence On Iran-US War
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio breaks silence on the escalating Iran-US war tensions in an urgent address to the nation. Watch live updates on US foreign policy under President Donald Trump. President Donald Trump’s administration, represented by Senator Marco Rubio, addresses key policy shifts regarding Iran, nuclear deterrence, and regional stability. This live broadcast covers critical updates for global audiences, particularly in the United States and the Middle East, detailing military preparedness, diplomatic channels, and economic sanctions. Stay tuned for expert analysis, press briefings, and real-time updates from Washington D.C.
NN: I love this guy…….Maybe in 2028!
Oil up 1% amid renewed tensions in Hormuz
Crude oil prices climbed on Tuesday as renewed tensions in the Strait of Hormuz once again raised supply concerns. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) for August deliveries was up 1.10%, going for $69.36 per barrel at 3:15 am ET. Two minutes later, Brent for September’s settlements advanced 1.22%, selling at $72.87 a barrel.
Millions attend as Khamenei’s funeral moves to Qom
The bodies of slain former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and members of his family killed alongside him arrived in Iran’s holy city of Qom on Tuesday, local time, with large crowds in attendance. Khamenei’s coffin was placed in the Jamkaran Mosque, with mourners present as prayers were read over it. Media reports indicated that several million people had already participated in the funeral procession so far, with final figures reaching as many as 20 million, potentially making it the largest funeral in history. The funeral will next go to Iraq, before Khamenei is buried in Mashhad in northeastern Iran.
NN: You wanna know what they forgot to tell you? These millions of blood thirsty savages were screaming the whole time dearth to America and death to Israel. Only a congenital fucking idiot would buy into a fantasy that a peace deal with no nukes is remotely possible.
UK reports tanker fire near Oman coast…… Iranian missiles hit ships in Hormuz
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said an oil tanker was hit by a projectile and caught fire near Oman overnight on Monday. The incident occurred about 8 nautical miles east of Limah, with no casualties or environmental damage reported. “Authorities are investigating. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO,” the agency said.
Iran missiles hit ships in Hormuz
Two commercial ships were struck by missiles while traveling through the Strait of Hormuz, Axios reported, citing a United States official. Iran’s military reportedly launched at least two missiles on Monday night. The targeted vessels sustained damage, but no crew members were injured or killed, according to the official. The reported strikes came after a one-week US-Iran agreement to halt attacks in the strait expired.
NN: I learned a long time ago to wait and let the blizzard of bullshit blow itself out. I repeat the world is still short oil in a big way. And despite bombastic blowoffs it will take a least a year for production and inports from the gulf to return to normal.
US regulators monitor oil price manipulation
The United States Justice Department (DoJ) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are monitoring the oil and gasoline market for potential manipulation, CBS News reported on Friday, citing a letter by department officials to US states. DoJ Associate Attorney General Stanley Woodward and FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson stated that the recent price volatility triggered by the Middle East conflict “does not suspend either the antitrust laws or state consumer protection laws” and does not allow companies to manipulate prices or “collude with their competitors.”
However, the letter conceded that the federal government cannot enforce laws specifically regarding price gouging, leaving the matter to individual states. Woodward and Ferguson noted that some states have adopted legislation on price gouging and encouraged them to “review whether enforcement is warranted under those laws.” US President Donald Trump continued to insist that oil prices are falling, claiming that gas will soon be back to “record low prices