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Trump appears to threaten Oman over Strait of Hormuz

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Former US President Donald Trump made remarks suggesting a potential military threat against Oman if the country did not align with US interests regarding the Strait of Hormuz. When questioned about a hypothetical deal involving Iran and Oman controlling the strait, Trump stated that Oman must "behave" or face consequences, implying a forceful response. The White House has not clarified whether Trump intended to target Oman or Iran with his statement. AI

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Trump appears to threaten Oman over Strait of Hormuz

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Agence France-Presse ·

    Trump appears to threaten to ‘blow up’ Oman, after question on Iran and Hormuz

    US President Donald Trump on Wednesday appeared to threaten to attack ally Oman if it sides with Iran over reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Trump said Oman must “behave” or he would “blow them up”, when he was asked if he would accept a short-term deal to allow Iran and the Gulf s…

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