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Trump threatens to ‘blow up’ US ally Oman if it does not ‘behave’ over strait of Hormuz | First Thing
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Donald Trump made a threat against Oman, a US ally, during a cabinet meeting. He stated that the US would take action if Oman does not behave in regards to the strait of Hormuz. This statement was made after reports of discussions between Iran and Oman about jointly charging a toll for ships. The situation is part of ongoing tensions in the region, with recent US strikes on Iranian targets and an apparent retaliatory attack on an American airbase in Kuwait. The threat highlights the complex and volatile nature of the situation, with multiple countries involved and negotiations ongoing to end the conflict.
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