Trump appears to threaten to ‘blow up’ ally Oman over Strait of Hormuz control

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Trump appears to threaten to ‘blow up’ ally Oman over Strait of Hormuz control

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U.S. President reportedly threatened Oman with severe consequences if it does not 'behave' regarding control over the Strait of Hormuz. The statement raised tensions about regional security and diplomatic relations involving the Gulf state and Iran.

The U.S. President said Oman must "behave" or he would "blow them up," when he was asked if he would accept a short-term deal to allow Iran and the Gulf state to control the Strait of Hormuz

World Security Conflict Politics Energy Shipping U.S. President Oman Strait of Hormuz threat regional security Iran Gulf states

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