Trump warns Oman over strait re-opening

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Aug 18, 202600:26:29News & Politics

President Trump threatens to bomb ally Oman should it impede efforts to re-open the Strait of Hormuz following yesterday’s expiration of the MOU with Tehran with no immediate signs of diplomatic efforts from both sides....

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