Trump demands Iran pay for ‘conflicts’

Oman moves to contain oil spill after tanker ran aground Oman said it was working to contain an oil spill off its southern coast after a tanker ran aground in June inside a protected marine area, triggering calls for action by environmentalists. The ship had been stranded for weeks near al-Qibliyyah island after it was rocked by explosions. The Oman Environment Authority on Monday said the…

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Oman is taking steps to address an oil spill resulting from a grounded tanker off its southern coast. The spill has affected approximately 390 square kilometres, primarily impacting the Hallaniyat archipelago and a marine reserve established to safeguard marine life. The country's environment authority emphasizes the urgent need to protect the area's biodiversity, including coral reefs and turtle nesting habitats.

Meanwhile, diesel prices in the US and Europe have surged due to refinery disruptions, leading to tight supplies of fuel for various industries. In response, the US and EU have seen refinements margins increase, driven by concerns over refined products shortages rather than crude oil.

US President Donald Trump claims the US Navy has sole control of the Strait of Hormuz, with an infallible blockade in place. He stated on Monday that the strait is "100%" under US control and open to non-Iranian traffic, with US forces having mine-swept the entire waterway. Trump further demands Iran pay reparations for decades of deaths, including those resulting from conflicts led by General Soleimani, the USS Cole attack victims, and over 52,000 protesters in the past five months.

Iran had initially requested $300 billion in compensation, along with other demands such as the release of frozen assets and the lifting of sanctions.

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