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Trump believes Iran’s Supreme Leader is still aliveWorld

US President Donald Trump says he believes Iran’s Supreme Leader is alive but seriously injured in the attack that killed his father. Iran and Oman are planning a temporary shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, while Tehran says it will not reopen the passage unless the US ends the war. Iranian shopkeepers report the effects of America’s economic pressure, and Dubai International Airport says passenger numbers have fallen by 30%.

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Trump sends ‘REAL WARNING’ to Iran and OmanWorld

Retired U.S. Marine Col. Mike Jernigan discusses rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and President Donald Trump’s warnings to Iran and Oman on “America Reports.” He also examines how economic sanctions are affecting the Iranian regime.

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China, sanctions, Iran’s threat against Barron Trump and more | Experts on IranWorld

The Trump administration appears to be turning to harsh economic sanctions as a fallback in the Iran war after military strikes and negotiations failed to secure victory. But enforcing that approach would require pressure not only on Iran, but also on China, Tehran’s largest trading partner. The U.S. Secret Service says it is aware of a video aired by Iran’s state broadcaster that appeared to threaten Barron Trump’s life.

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Are the US and Iran seeking an interim deal on the Strait of Hormuz?World

The US appears to be changing its approach to Iran, with no new strikes expected for now. Washington is relying on economic and maritime pressure to push Tehran toward a deal, according to an explanation from Qatar University’s Nikolay Kozhanov.

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Voice of America Chinese Broadcast — August 26, 2026World

The program highlights the second day of the U.S. global economic assault on Iran. Trump said Tehran could not pay military wages while killing protesters, proposed renaming Lake Ontario “Lake America,” and announced that mines laid by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz had been cleared, with U.S. forces ready to destroy any vessel found laying mines. U.S., South Korean and Japanese officials also held diplomatic coordination meetings.

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China condemns ‘illegal’ US sanctions on Iran and its trading partnersWorld

China says it will protect its interests after the US announced plans to broaden economic sanctions against Iran and trading partners including Beijing. Foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian called the measures “illegal unilateral sanctions” and said China would take all necessary steps to safeguard its rights. Donald Trump said the US Navy had cleared or detonated all mines in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Trump tells Al Jazeera: ‘No timetable’ for Iran warWorld

US President Donald Trump told Al Jazeera that there is no timetable for ending the war in Iran and that he is ready to continue it as long as necessary. In an exclusive phone interview, he said economic sanctions are as effective as military strikes. The conflict is nearing six months, while Washington says it remains in contact with Tehran about a possible end.

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Tehran says US will 'achieve nothing' with economic chokeholdWorld

Iranian President Pezeshkian issued a defiant response, saying the US economic chokehold would achieve nothing. Iran’s deputy foreign minister said a deal with Oman would bar all military vessels from the Strait of Hormuz, escalating Tehran’s demands and drawing Washington’s opposition after earlier US threats to bomb Oman if it “gets in the way”.

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Will a US shift from strikes to sanctions affect Iran?World

The US appears to be changing its approach to Iran, with no further strikes expected for now. Washington is instead applying economic and maritime pressure in an effort to push Tehran toward a deal.

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Is the Iran oil shock over? | Morning BidEconomy7:57

Hopes that the Strait of Hormuz may reopen are sending oil prices lower and easing bond-market anxiety. Investors are awaiting fresh U.S. inflation data that could influence the Fed’s next move, while Nvidia’s earnings will test whether Wall Street still believes AI investment can accelerate.

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How vulnerable would Iran be if it lost China as a trading partner?World

China is resisting the latest US sanctions on Iran and warning Washington not to interfere with its trade with Tehran. Seyed Sadegh Emamian of Tehran Polytechnic University analyses how vulnerable Iran could be if it lost China as a trading partner.

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China condemns US sanctions threat over Iran tradePolitics

China says it will protect its interests after the United States announced broader sanctions targeting Iran and its trading partners. Beijing rejects what it calls “illegal unilateral sanctions” and says it will take all necessary measures to defend its rights.

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Trump says all mines cleared from Strait of HormuzWorld

US President Donald Trump says the Strait of Hormuz has been demined and warns Iran that any vessel found replacing the mines will be destroyed. Middle East and North Africa analyst Ryan Bohl comments on the statement.

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Has China become Iran’s biggest economic lifeline?World

After Washington announced Operation Economic Outcast, a sweeping campaign to isolate Tehran from the global financial system, China urged the US not to disrupt its cooperation with Iran. Council on Foreign Relations Fellow for China Studies Zongyuan Zoe Liu examines the relationship.

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Report: Rubio says US not expected to launch new strikes on IranWorld

The United States appears to be changing its approach to Iran, with no further strikes expected for now. Washington is seeking to pressure Tehran into a deal through economic measures and a naval blockade. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reportedly told allied foreign ministers that sanctions and maritime pressure would be the focus.

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Trump issues new warning to Iran over Strait of HormuzWorld

Fox News correspondent Trey Yingst reports from Tel Aviv that Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reportedly told U.S. allies there will be a shift in policy toward Iran—from strikes to sanctions.

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Can falling oil prices ease inflation fears? | Morning BidEconomy

Hopes that the Strait of Hormuz may reopen are pushing oil prices lower and calming bond markets. Investors are preparing for new U.S. inflation data that could influence the Fed’s next move, while Nvidia’s earnings will test whether Wall Street still believes AI investment can keep accelerating.

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Oil Drops on Hopes of a Strait of Hormuz BreakthroughWorld

Oil prices fall as Iran and Oman push talks on an “interim” reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, raising hopes for a breakthrough. The program also examines the implications for the global economy.

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US Moves to Revoke 200,000 Visas as Iran and Oman Pursue Hormuz ArrangementWorld

Iran and Oman are working toward a longer-term arrangement for the Strait of Hormuz, with more talks planned within 30 to 60 days and discussions about a temporary joint maritime corridor. Hopes for a deal ease supply-disruption concerns, sending oil prices lower. Traders are also watching the Federal Reserve’s rate outlook and Warsh’s upcoming Jackson Hole speech.

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Iran and Oman Discuss Strait of Hormuz DealWorld

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Omani counterpart Badr Albusaidi discussed an “interim framework” intended to resume shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a joint statement.

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