Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it gets in way of Iran deal
The US president was referring to ongoing talks between Oman and Iran over control of the Strait of Hormuz, which lies between the two countries.
President Donald Trump has threatened to bomb Oman if it interferes with a US deal with Iran regarding control of the Strait of Hormuz, according to a Fox News interview. The US president maintains that the waterway, which Iran has effectively closed since February 28, is under US control despite heavy traffic restrictions. The ongoing dispute has become a significant political issue for Trump, with Republicans facing pressure from fuel price increases and public opposition to the war before the November midterm elections.
Oman, a US ally in the Gulf, has not commented on Trump's remarks, while Iran and Muscat have been discussing navigation arrangements through the strait. Iran's foreign ministry stated that the two sides were working on a joint declaration. The conflict has caused fuel prices to soar, creating an additional political challenge for Trump ahead of the midterm elections.
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