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- Trump warns US would 'decimate and destroy' Iran over assassination attempt
President Donald Trump warned Iran that the U.S. would 'decimate and destroy' the country if it carried out an assassination attempt against him, citing Israeli intelligence reports of a new plot. Trump stated the U.S. military is prepared to retaliate and dismissed claims that Israel had found no evidence of the plot.
- Trump warns US would 'decimate and destroy' Iran over assassination attempt
President Donald Trump warned Iran that the United States would 'decimate and destroy' the country if it carried out an assassination attempt against him, citing military readiness with 1000 missiles locked and loaded. Trump dismissed reports from Israeli intelligence about a new Iranian plot, stating he has long been 'No. 1 on the kill list' for Iran. The U.S. Secret Service recommended security changes, including using an older Air Force One aircraft.
- Live: Trump says US will 'completely decimate' Iran if it attempts to assassinate him
President Donald Trump stated the United States would 'completely decimate' Iran if it attempted or succeeded in assassinating the sitting president. He claimed orders have been given for the US Military to prepare for a one-year period to destroy all areas of Iran, as posted on his social media platform Truth Social.
- Trump warns US military will ‘destroy all areas of Iran’ in the event he’s assassinated by regime: ‘1,000 Missiles Locked and Loaded’
President Trump warned that the US military would 'destroy all areas of Iran' if he were assassinated by the regime, stating '1,000 Missiles Locked and Loaded.' He reiterated threats to 'decimate and destroy' Iran should the regime succeed in killing him.
- Trump says US ready to 'completely decimate' Iran if he is targeted
US President Trump warned Iran that the US military is prepared to 'completely decimate and destroy' the country if Tehran carries out or attempts an assassination against him, stating that 1,000 missiles are locked and loaded with thousands more ready to follow. He mentioned orders have been given for a one-year period of military action and ended the post with 'Praise be to Allah.'
- Trump says missiles ‘locked, loaded and aimed at Iran’ amid calls for his killing
US President Donald Trump stated that 1000 missiles are prepared against Iran if the Iranian government attempts his assassination. He ordered military readiness for potential strikes in response to Iranian threats.
- Trump says missiles aimed at Iran if Tehran targets US president
U.S. President Donald Trump stated he ordered the military to prepare for strikes against Iran if Iran attempts or carries out an assassination of the president.
- Trump threatens Iran after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral saw open calls for his killing
U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Iran after calls for his killing emerged during Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral, escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. Trump warned of military action if Iran proceeds with threats, as the interim Mideast war deal weakens amid ongoing airstrikes and retaliatory fire.
- Military lifts suspension of South Carolina National Guard Apache helicopter pilots who took part in July 4 flyover
The U.S. military lifted the suspensions of eight Apache helicopter pilots from the South Carolina National Guard who participated in the July 4 Salute From the Shore flyover. The decision was announced via a post on the U.S. Department of War Facebook page.
- Pentagon releases new UFO files with 40 more videos and documents
The U.S. military released a new batch of files related to UFOs/UAP, marking the fourth group of documents unveiled recently. The release includes 40 additional videos and documents.
- The solution to the tanker problem the US military keeps finding in Pacific wargames
Simulations in Pacific wargames consistently highlight the vulnerability of larger military refuelers concentrated at a limited number of airfields. The US military is addressing this issue identified in repeated exercises.
- Mysterious airstrikes target Iran after US attacks, raising questions of who launched them
Mysterious unclaimed airstrikes hit Iran after the U.S. concluded its attacks, raising questions about the perpetrators. The strikes occurred as Iran prepared to bury its late Supreme Leader and targeted multiple regions, prompting Iranian retaliation across the Middle East.
- Iran fast-tracks 11 million barrels of oil: Report
Iran has dispatched five supertankers and one Suezmax vessel carrying 11 million barrels of crude oil amid escalating US-Iran tensions, with four vessels positioned in the Gulf of Oman and another transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The move follows US military strikes targeting civilian infrastructure in Iran, which killed 14 people and injured 78, according to the Iranian health ministry.
- U.S. and Iran escalate exchange of strikes
The U.S. and Iran escalated their conflict this week, with the U.S. military launching more strikes on Thursday than at any other point since a fragile ceasefire was established. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reported on the developments.
- US military denies involvement after explosions heard in Iran
The US military denied involvement in explosions heard in Iran, as reported by Iranian media. Israeli officials stated that the war is 'not over' following the incidents.
- Trump flies partway home from Turkey in an old Air Force One, not the new Qatari-gifted jet
President Donald Trump flew partway home from Turkey on an older Air Force One instead of the new Qatari-gifted jet, citing 'old time’s sake.' The swap occurred amid U.S.-Iran tensions, with security concerns raised about the new jet's lack of certain missile detection systems. Trump's older aircraft made an unscheduled stop at RAF Mildenhall, where he met with U.S. service members.
- Iran fast-tracks 11 million barrels of oil as Trump threatens blockade
Iran dispatched 11 million barrels of crude oil via five supertankers and one Suezmax vessel amid escalating US-Iran tensions. US military strikes targeting Iranian civilian infrastructure, including railway bridges, caused 14 deaths and 78 injuries, risking a blockade of Iranian ports and disrupting maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices rose nearly nine percent to $79 a barrel as a result.
- Iran fast-tracks 11 million barrels of oil as Trump threatens blockade
Iran dispatched 11 million barrels of oil via five supertankers and one Suezmax vessel amid escalating US-Iran tensions, as US military strikes targeting civilian infrastructure and threats of a Strait of Hormuz blockade disrupted exports. The Trump administration revoked a waiver lifting oil sanctions, prompting Iran to warn of a 'crushing response' to further US intervention.
- Trump switches from Qatari-gifted Air Force One to an older jet amid Iran threats
President Trump flew partway home on an older Air Force One jet instead of the new Qatari-gifted retrofitted plane amid U.S.-Iran tensions. The older jet was used for a stop at RAF Mildenhall to allow service members to tour the new aircraft, which lacks some security systems found in older models. Trump downplayed security concerns related to Iran but acknowledged being a top target.
- First Thing: Second day of US strikes on Iran as Trump says Tehran ‘behaving very badly’
The US military conducted strikes on Iran for a second day, with explosions reported in Bandar Abbas, Sirik, and Bushehr province. Donald Trump accused Iran of 'behaving very badly' after attacks on cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz, leading to the most extensive exchange of fire since an interim ceasefire. US stock markets fell, Brent crude prices rose over 5%, and the IMF lowered its global growth forecast to 3%.
- Deadly US strikes trigger Iranian attacks on Gulf states
The US military has conducted strikes on 90 targets in Iran, while Iran has launched drone attacks on US-linked sites in the Gulf, escalating tensions between the two nations and involving Gulf states.
- Iran says it hits US military targets in Gulf, prepares to bury slain leader
Iranian armed forces targeted U.S. military infrastructure in neighboring Gulf states following U.S. strikes on Iran's southern coastal and eastern provinces. The attacks strain a three-week-old ceasefire agreement between the two nations.
- Trump is bombing Iran again and blundering again. He has no grasp of his enemy | Sina Toossi
Donald Trump is conducting a new phase of bombing Iran, with the US military striking 170 Iranian targets in 48 hours. Trump declared the US-Iran memorandum 'over' at the NATO summit, criticized Iran's leaders as 'evil,' and threatened military action and a potential blockade of Iranian ports.
- US military says it has ended its latest round of airstrikes targeting Iran after hitting some 90 targets
The US military has ended its latest round of airstrikes targeting Iran, having struck approximately 90 targets. The announcement was made from Dubai, United Arab Emirates, according to the Associated Press.
- Oil extends gains as Iran-U.S. tensions raise concerns over supply disruptions
Oil prices increased due to U.S. military strikes on Iran, leading to concerns about supply disruptions in the Middle East. The rise in oil prices reflects worries over regional instability impacting global supply chains.
- Trump flies partway home from Turkey in an old Air Force One, not the new Qatari-gifted jet
President Trump flew partway home from Turkey on an older Air Force One instead of the new Qatari-gifted jet, citing nostalgia. The new jet lacks some security systems present in older models, and the switch occurred amid heightened U.S.-Iran tensions. The flight included an unscheduled stop at Royal Air Force Mildenhall for service members to view the new aircraft.
- US Launches Strikes on Iran for Second Straight Day
The US military conducted strikes on Iran for the second consecutive day, escalating violence that risks straining an already fragile ceasefire.
- Trump says Iran ceasefire 'over' as more strikes launched
The U.S. military is conducting a second consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting its ability to threaten navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump announced the strikes at the NATO summit in Ankara, as reported by Nick Schifrin.
- US launches new strikes on Iran, Trump says they could get 'much worse'
The US military launched new strikes against Iran after President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire between the two countries was over. Trump warned that the attacks could escalate further if Iran continued targeting ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
- U.S. announces new strikes on Iran as Trump declares the ceasefire over
The U.S. military announced new strikes against Iran on Wednesday, marking the second consecutive night of fighting and the worst escalation since ceasefire discussions began. President Trump declared the ceasefire over, escalating tensions. Ed O'Keefe reported the developments.
- U.S. announces new strikes on Iran as Trump declares the ceasefire over
The U.S. military announced new strikes against Iran on Wednesday, marking the second consecutive night of fighting and the worst escalation since ceasefire talks began. President Trump declared the ceasefire over.
- Trump flies partway home from Turkey in an old Air Force One, not the new Qatari-gifted jet
President Trump flew partway home from Turkey on an older Air Force One instead of the new Qatari-gifted jet, making an unscheduled stop at RAF Mildenhall to showcase the new aircraft to U.S. service members. The new jet lacks some security measures compared to older models, and Trump denied security concerns related to Iran influenced the aircraft swap.
- Trump flies partway home from Turkey in an old Air Force One, not the new Qatari-gifted jet
President Donald Trump flew partway home from Turkey in an older Air Force One plane instead of the new Qatari-gifted jet, citing a desire to show the new aircraft to U.S. service members at RAF Mildenhall. The older plane was used despite security concerns about the new jet's lack of missile detection systems, though Trump dismissed Iran-related security fears as a factor in the swap.
- Analysis-Trump wants to leave the Iran war behind. That won't happen soon
U.S. President Donald Trump faces a new roadblock in ending the Iran conflict after recent attacks between the two sides. Trump declared an interim ceasefire agreement 'over' and ordered fresh strikes following Iran's targeting of U.S. military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait.
- U.S. forces conducting more strikes against Iran after Trump declared ceasefire over
The U.S. military launched another round of strikes against Iran on Wednesday, according to CENTCOM. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Aaron MacLean reported the latest developments.
- In a surprise swap, Trump flies back from Turkey in an old Air Force One, not the Qatari-gifted jet
President Donald Trump flew back from Turkey on an older Air Force One aircraft instead of the new Qatari-gifted jet, citing 'old time’s sake.' The swap raised security concerns about the new jet’s lack of missile countermeasures, while both aircraft made an unscheduled stop at RAF Mildenhall. The older plane had its transponder temporarily disabled, a security measure typically used in high-risk environments.
- US military is conducting fresh strikes on Iran
The U.S. military is conducting strikes on Iran, as stated by U.S. Central Command, following President Donald Trump's declaration that an interim agreement to end the war with Iran is 'over.' The strikes aim to degrade Iran's ability to threaten navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, with the U.S. holding Iran accountable for aggression against commercial shipping and civilian crews.
- 🔴Live: US military carrying out fresh strikes against Iran after Trump says peace deal is ‘over’
The US military is conducting new strikes against Iran following President Trump's declaration that a peace deal is 'over'. The article highlights ongoing military tensions between the US and Iran.
- In a surprise swap, Trump flies back from Turkey in an old Air Force One, not the Qatari-gifted jet
President Donald Trump flew back from Turkey on an older Air Force One jet instead of the Qatari-gifted retrofitted aircraft he had used to arrive, citing 'old time’s sake.' The new jet made an unscheduled stop at RAF Mildenhall, raising security concerns about its lack of certain countermeasure systems. The swap occurred amid U.S. military strikes in Iran, and the Air Force emphasized the new jet's 'state-of-the-art' security features.
- Trump threatens to launch 'big attack' on Iran, resume naval blockade
President Trump threatened to launch another 'big attack' against Iran and warned the U.S. Navy could resume a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, following a U.S. military attack in retaliation for Iranian attacks on commercial ships.