Trump says all mines cleared from Strait of Hormuz
Iran has closed the vital waterway since the beginning of the conflict causing wild fluctuations in oil prices worldwide.
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Notable Quotes
"Iran has been notified that any ship or boat placing new mines will be immediately and systematically destroyed."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"Tehran was 'fully prepared' for the wider sanctions, which he added would lead to 'another defeat' for the US."
— Ali Madanizadeh , Politician
"I hope my country and Iran would soon announce the establishment of a temporary shipping corridor in the strait."
— Badr Albusaidi , Politician
Key People
Abbas Araghchi is the Foreign Minister of Iran.
Ali Madanizadeh is the Economy Minister of Iran.
Badr Albusaidi is the Foreign Minister of Oman.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Scott Bessent is the Treasury Secretary.
Xi Jinping is the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China and President of China.
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Iran has closed the vital waterway since the beginning of the conflict causing wild fluctuations in oil prices worldwide.
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