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Trump says US starting ‘economic warfare’ operation against Iran

Underscoring his rising frustration with the country’s refusal to capitulate despite weeks of military strikes and a US blockade that’s crimped its oil exports.

US President Donald Trump announces an aggressive economic strategy against Iran, following the country's failure to agree on a deal with Washington. Along with this, he warns of potential economic repercussions for nations that back Iran, while suggesting that alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz could diminish its significance.

Israel announces a criminal probe into the tragic death of five-year-old Palestinian girl Hind Rajab, along with her family members, who were killed in Gaza during recent Israeli attacks. The violence has left nine individuals dead in the city, escalating tensions between Israel and Palestine.

France and Iran take measures to expel each other's diplomats, signaling a decline in relations between the two countries. Meanwhile, Abu Dhabi anticipates a doubling of its power demand by 2050, with a projected Dh300 billion investment in utility infrastructure. Additionally, new tax rules in the United Arab Emirates are set to increase the cost of certain e-cigarette and vape liquids, starting from September.

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