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President Trump threatens to bomb Oman over its negotiations with Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz

The administration announced that Oman is facing a potential bombing threat from President Trump as the country negotiates a deal with Iran to manage maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. The administration expressed opposition to parts of the yet-to-be-announced deal, specifically the joint management of the exit route and the collection of voluntary fees from vessels. President Trump has expressed frustration with Oman's perceived lack of toughness in negotiations and has declared the strait as "New U.S. Territory" on social media. While Iran maintains its grip on shipping traffic until the U.S. meets its conditions, the administration remains firm on its blockade. The administration also noted that while the U.S. and Iran negotiations have concluded their 60-day period, the administration continues to project strength through transactional threats. This approach reflects a broader strategy of putting American interests first, forcing allies to commit to greater defense spending and demanding more from traditional partners like South Korea.

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