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Trump faces calls for removal over threats to wipe out 'whole civilization' in Iran

President Donald Trump's threats to ramp up the U.S.'s offensive in Iran prompted calls for his impeachment or removal.

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Oil prices plunge below $100 after Iran agrees to safe passage through Strait of Hormuz during ceasefire

Strategic angle: The U.S.-Iran ceasefire leads to a significant drop in oil prices, impacting global markets.

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Iran Positively Reviewing Pakistan’s Request for a Two-Week Ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump is aware of Pakistan's proposal for a ceasefire extension, with a response expected soon.

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Trump allies play down Iran ‘genocide’ threats as critics warn of war crimes

Strategic angle: US president’s latest escalation came ahead of deadline for Tehran to strike deal with Washington

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Trump repeats falsehoods that he predicted 9/11 and demanded Bin Laden's death

Strategic angle: During a press conference, Trump made several inaccurate claims regarding his past and the war in Iran.

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Qatar warns Iran war can now 'spiral out of control'

Strategic angle: As tensions rise, Qatar's foreign ministry cautions about the escalating conflict in Iran.

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Trump Praises Hungary PM Viktor Orbán at Budapest Rally

Strategic angle: During a rally in Budapest, Trump expressed support for Viktor Orbán, following a call from Vance urging Hungarians to vote.

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Trump warns Iran’s ‘whole civilization will die tonight’ unless deal struck

Strategic angle: The near closure of the Strait of Hormuz since the war began has led to a historic oil supply shock, which quickly sent global energy prices soaring.

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Trump's Iran ultimatum: when does it expire and how serious is his threat to 'blow up everything'?

Strategic angle: US president warns a civilisation could be about to disappear if the regime in Tehran does not respond to his ultimatum after six weeks of war by Tuesday night.

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Trump warns Iran it could be destroyed 'in one night' as deadline nears

Donald Trump escalates threats against Iran as the US deadline approaches.

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Iran war and energy supply disruptions accelerate South Caucasus collaboration

Strategic angle: Azerbaijan and Georgia enhance cooperation to strengthen energy transit routes amid regional conflicts.

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UAE tells Euronews ceasefire not enough for Iran war solution, says 'no trust' in Tehran regime

Strategic angle: In a briefing to Euronews, the UAE president's diplomatic advisor called for a durable regional security solution beyond a ceasefire with the US as central to the Gulf’s security, as “there is no trust” in the current Ir

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Trump has repeatedly delayed deadlines for Iran, but suggests Tuesday’s is final

Strategic angle: The President indicates that the upcoming deadline for Iran may be the last after multiple extensions.

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US counts cost of equipment destroyed in Iran war

Strategic angle: Lost aircraft and radars contribute to estimated $500mn daily price tag and leave US exposed elsewhere

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Middle East war live: Trump ‘not at all’ concerned about possible war crimes as Iran deadline looms

Strategic angle: US President Donald Trump said Monday that he was “not at all” concerned about the risk of committing war crimes in Iran if he targets Iranian bridges and power plants, given that key infrastructure is usually off-limits

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Asia-Pacific markets rise as investors assess Trump's mixed messaging on Iran war

Strategic angle: Trump renewed threats on targeting Iran's civilian infrastructure if a peace deal is not reached in less than 24 hours, while signaling Iranian leadership is negotiating in earnest.

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Trump says Iran ceasefire proposal 'significant' but 'not good enough' as Hormuz Strait deadline nears

Strategic angle: The 45-day ceasefire proposal, which could lead to an end to the war, is reportedly being discussed by the U.S., Iran and a group of regional mediators.

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Upstart Wall Street research firm says it sent an analyst to Strait of Hormuz. Here’s what they learned

Strategic angle: Before the U.S and Israel began their war against Iran, about 20% of the world's oil was shipped through the narrow Strait of Hormuz.

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Trump doubles down on Iran threat, says ceasefire 'not good enough'

Strategic angle: Both Trump and Iran have rejected a proposed 45-day ceasefire, indicating ongoing negotiations for a better solution.

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Ten killed in Israeli strikes and clashes between Hamas and militia in Gaza, local sources say

Strategic angle: The Israeli strikes reportedly targeted Hamas security personnel after they clashed with an Israeli-backed militia near Maghazi camp.