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Trump Threatens to Completely Decimate Iran Over Assassination Plot

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United States President, Mr. Donald Trump, has warned that the US would “completely decimate” Iran if the Islamic Republic attempts or succeeds in assassinating him, dramatically escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran despite ongoing diplomatic efforts. In a post on his Truth Social platform yesterday, Trump declared that the US military had already been placed on alert to launch a massive retaliatory strike against Iran should any assassination attempt be made against him. “1,000 missiles are locked and loaded and aimed at the Islamic Republic of Iran, with thousands of more to follow immediately, should the Iranian Government act on its threat to assassinate, or attempt to assassinate, the sitting President of the United States of America, in this case, ME!” Trump wrote. He added: “Orders have already been given, and the U.S. military is ready, willing, and able, for one year, subject to extension, to completely decimate and destroy all areas of Iran.” Trump’s remarks came...

East-Europe Economic Corridor could threaten Iran, experts say

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Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Joe Biden attend Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment event on the day of the G20 summit in New Delhi, India, September 9, 2023. (photo credit: EVELYN HOCKSTEIN/POOL/REUTERS) Iran’s ruling elite is showing growing concern over the rapid progress of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) project, according to sources familiar with the matter. The  IMEC  project would provide a stable trade route that bypasses the  Strait of Hormuz , creating an alternative for global trade and energy transmission. The ambitious plan, first launched in September 2023, has moved ahead more strongly in recent months. A major push for the initiative came after the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the broad global understanding that there is an urgent and critical need to create alternative trade routes that are safer and more resilient for the gl...

Huckabee confirms Israel warned Trump about Iran assassination plot - report

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US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee speaks during the Jerusalem Summit, a conference on antisemitism and Christian support for Israel, at the Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in Jerusalem, June 11, 2026. (photo credit: RONEN ZVULUN/REUTERS) US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee confirmed to  Fox News  on Saturday that Israel had warned the United States about a specific Iranian assassination plan against US President  Donald Trump . Huckabee also stated that he saw no significant evidence that there was any "peaceful part" of the Iranian regime. "What the Iranians are saying and doing is nothing that they haven't been doing for 47 years," Huckabee explained. "This is a longstanding 'death to America' chant they've had. They really haven't changed."

IRGC announces closure of Strait of Hormuz, US strikes Iran in retaliation

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A ship in the Strait of Hormuz, June 2026 (photo credit: REUTERS) Iranian state media announced that explosions were heard near Chabahar, on Qeshm Island, and in Bandar Abbas, Sirik, Bushehr, and Asaluyeh. The Iranian regime announced that the Strait of Hormuz would be closed again until further notice after striking a vessel attempting to move through an unapproved route on Saturday night. In response, US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that it was conducting a round of strikes against Iranian targets. "Iran was provided yet another opportunity to demonstrate adherence to the Memorandum of Understanding after being held accountable for earlier attacks on commercial vessels but has again failed," CENTCOM stated in a post on X/Twitter.

Reality is knocking,' Iran's top negotiator says as Islamic Republic strikes US targets in Gulf

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Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf looks on as parliament members chant in support of the IRGC while wearing military uniforms in Tehran, Iran, February 1, 2026; illustrative. (photo credit: Hamed Malekpour/Islamic consultative assembly news agency/WANA/Handout via REUTERS) Iran's Parliament Speaker  Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf  posted on Twitter/X Sunday morning, saying: "The era of one-sided deals is OVER. We told you: keep your word or pay the price. Reality is knocking." Ghalibaf issued this message as Iran's  Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps  said that its aerospace forces carried out a heavy attack on US aircraft carrier support and refueling platforms in the port of Duqm, in Oman, in the third stage of its response to what it called US military 'aggression.' The IRGC added that the operation targeted logistical support centers for US naval vessels The era of one-sided deals is OVER. We told you: keep your word or pay the price. Reality is...

IDF kills Hezbollah terrorists transferring weapons in Lebanon Security Zone

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The IDF killed several Hezbollah terrorists in southern Lebanon on Saturday as they were transferring weapons within the Security Zone, the military announced. IDF kills Hezbollah terrorists transferring weapons in Lebanon Security Zone, July 11, 2026. (credit: IDF Spokesperson's Unit) According to the IDF, the weapons included anti-tank missiles intended for attack on Israeli soldiers and civilians. Secondary explosions were identified by the IDF, confirming the presence of the weapons. 

Oman seeks dual-route Strait of Hormuz deal as Trump demands Iran admit ship attacks

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  Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 18, 2026. (photo credit: REUTERS/STRINGER/FILE PHOTO) Oman has proposed managing traffic through the  Strait of Hormuz  through two separately controlled routes, CNN reported on Saturday, citing a source with knowledge about the talks.  The agreement, which is yet to be finalized, would keep both the northern and southern corridors of the strait open. Notably, Iran and Oman are reportedly discussing a potential statement on opening a “median lane” in the Strait of Hormuz for free and full movement, Axios reported.