Middle East Crisis

Iran War
The ceasefire is over – Trump and Iran threaten each other again

Donald Trump does not want to extend the ceasefire with Iran that was signed in June, he tells reporters at the White House. According to Bloomberg, to a direct question from a reporter, he simply replied:

– No.

A more permanent peace between the two countries would be negotiated during the 60-day ceasefire that expired today.

In an interview with Republican Fox News, Trump threatens to continue his military and economic pressure on Iran if the country does not “raise the white flag and surrender,” according to TT.

He also reiterates his idea of ​​making the Strait of Hormuz American territory.

Iran has threatened to escalate to more offensive warfare on Monday, according to Reuters. 

Strait of Hormuz
Attack on ship leaving the Strait of Hormuz

During the night of Tuesday, a ship traveling through the Strait of Hormuz was attacked, several media outlets report, citing the British Maritime Safety Authority (UKMTO).

One crew member was reportedly injured when an unknown object hit the ship. The engine room was also reportedly damaged.

“The remaining crew is receiving assistance from the Omani Coast Guard,” writes UKMTO on its website.

There is currently no information about who is behind the attack.