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US Strikes Iranian Oil Fleet, Iran Warns of Broader Response
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In Short: Iran’s Revolutionary Guard responded by warning that the scope of Iran’s response could broaden if Washington continues its actions against Iran.
The US military announced Wednesday that it had destroyed three Iranian-linked oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman, part of what CENTCOM described as Iran’s 'shadow fleet.'
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard responded by warning that the scope of Iran’s response could broaden if Washington continues its actions against Iran. Qalibaf, speaking during a parliamentary session in Tehran, said recent Iranian military operations against US bases marked 'only a beginning' of what Washington should expect.
Qalibaf also accused US officials of using artificial intelligence to manufacture images and videos that distort battlefield realities, suggesting a new era of misinformation in the conflict.
The US military stated that as of Monday, 94 commercial vessels had been redirected and three had been disabled, indicating the ongoing impact of the conflict on maritime trade.
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian called for a transition from potential cooperation to operational one within the BRICS framework, emphasizing the importance of transforming economic capacities into a network of trade, investment, and joint financing.
The BRICS Business Council has completed its annual report with over 44 recommendations, setting the path for a greater role for women-led businesses across BRICS countries.
The head of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council, Rashad al-Alimi, condemned the 'criminal attack' and promised a 'firm response,' highlighting the regional implications of the conflict.
The US military said it had 'permanently disabled' two Iran-linked oil tankers, including one near Kharg Island, and 'destroyed' a third in the Gulf of Oman, according to the Pentagon.
The Pentagon said Wednesday that Operation Epic Fury officially ended May 5, but the conflict is now referred to as 'overseas operations in the [U.S. Central Command Area of Responsibility].'
What's confirmed
- “Let the message to the IRGC be clear: If you shoot at two of our ships, we will impose an even higher economic cost — taking out three of yours,” Adm.
What's still developing
- A new poll shows most American adults are embracing “kidulting,” turning childhood hobbies into a major mental health outlet.
- Vance, speaking at a White House press briefing Thursday, rejected the use of the word “war” to describe the U.S. fighting with Iran and did not predict whether the six-month-old conflict would end before November’s midterm elections, when Republicans are trying to hold their narrow majorities in Congress.
- Download the Straight Arrow app today to get the stories that matter free from manipulation, bias or agenda.™ Zolfaghari said the scope of Iran’s response could broaden if Washington continued its actions against Iran.
- The DOJ response came just hours before an emergency session by the federal court in Washington, D.C., planned for Wednesday afternoon in a case that will further test the First Amendment protections under the Trump administration.
- "trafficking in verifiable falsehoods about national security and other issues, and publishing sensitive or classified information."
- Iran itself suffered major anti-government protests in January, during which the authorities reported more than 3,000 deaths, blaming “terrorist acts” orchestrated by the United States and Israel.
- In response to questions from CBS News, the Pentagon said Wednesday that Operation Epic Fury officially ended May 5, the same day Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared to reporters at the White House: "The operation is over. Epic Fury is — the president notified Congress — we're done with that stage of it. We're now on to this Project Freedom."
- They were told to instead use broader language to refer to the conflict: "overseas operations in the [U.S. Central Command Area of Responsibility]," according to an email containing the guidance that was obtained by CBS News and dated Aug. 7.
- He said he was “extremely sceptical” of reports of the alleged strike but confirmed the US would investigate.
- The command said the tanker crews had been warned ahead of the strikes and instructed to abandon the vessels.
- The message found fault with Trump's handling of the Iran war and the Epstein files, and it accused him of "supporting, funding, and aiding genocide in Gaza."
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