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US Strikes Iran After Tanker Attack Amid Market Volatility

The Assembly of Experts has instructed Iranian negotiators to adhere strictly to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s directives during talks with the United States, emphasizing that the country’s nuclear program must remain separate from these discussions. The clerical body warned against past negotiation errors and urged vigilance against adversarial tactics, stating that any violation of an agreement must be met with an immediate response. Furthermore, the Assembly demanded compensation for war damages, the release of frozen assets, sanctions relief, and the withdrawal of US forces, while also calling for accountability for war-related actions.

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US Strikes Iranian Boats and Missile Sites Amidst Alleged Ceasefire

The U.S. military, through U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), has conducted strikes against Iranian naval vessels and missile launch sites. CENTCOM asserts that these actions are part of defending U.S. forces while maintaining a degree of restraint during what is described as an ongoing ceasefire. This phrasing, however, has drawn considerable skepticism and appears to be a point of contention, with many questioning the very definition of a ceasefire when offensive military actions are simultaneously occurring. It’s a complex situation where the idea of a “ceasefire” seems to be in direct conflict with the reality of ongoing military engagements, including reports of Iran laying mines and the U.S.… Continue reading