Today's Top 3 News: Iran Won't Reopen Hormuz Until Trump, Netanyahu Are Removed
Here is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today.
Today's top three news stories include Iran's refusal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz until US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are removed from office. Iran's political adviser, Mohammad-Bagher Zolghadr, made this assertion on September 17 after 200 consecutive days of public resistance in the country. The statement was made in response to the conflict and was reported by WANA News Agency and later cited by Al Mayadeen and The Palestine Chronicle.
On a more positive note, Indonesia has assured the secure supply of oil to meet national needs, including imports from Russia. Indonesian Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia stated that crude oil supplies, including those from Russia, are secure, insha Allah. However, he could not provide further details on the second phase of Russian crude oil imports, such as volume and timing, as of September 18, 2026.
Lastly, Resident Evil 2026, a new film based on the popular video game franchise, hit theaters on the same day. Zach Cregger's movie tells an original story inspired by the games, and there is no post-credits scene. Moviegoers should leave the theater after the main credits roll.
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