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Trump threatens Iran with 'very strong strike' before canceling

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Posted Jun 12, 2026, 07:00 AM UTC · In the digest of 2026-06-12-0700
Trump threatens Iran with 'very strong strike' before canceling

Following two nights of military exchanges where US forces attacked targets in Iran and Tehran retaliated against American bases in the Middle East, President Donald Trump issued new threats.

Following two nights of military exchanges where US forces attacked targets in Iran and Tehran retaliated against American bases in the Middle East, President Donald Trump issued new threats. Trump announced intentions for a "very strong strike" and warned he would "bomb the shit out of Iran" if a proposed agreement was not reached. He also reiterated plans to seize Kharg Island and other Iranian oil infrastructure, describing the April ceasefire as "the most violated in history." Amidst these developments, Tehran declared the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Hours after his initial warnings, President Trump ultimately canceled the planned strikes.

Sources: Радіо Свобода, Українська правда, Громадське, Forbes Ukraine

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