Trump threatens to attack Iranian civilian infrastructure for each Ormuz provocation
US President Donald Trump has threatened to retaliate against Iranian civilian infrastructure for each provocation in the Ormuz Strait, escalating tensions in the region. This development comes as a trial against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is set to begin in June 2027.
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Iran-US Escalation: Strait of Hormuz Closure, Regional Attacks, and UK Threats
Direct military exchanges between the US and Iran have led to the confirmed closure of the Strait of Hormuz, triggering a global oil price surge and increased Brazilian DI rates. Concurrently, Kuwait has reported confirmed engagements with Iranian aerial projectiles and drone incursions, while an Iranian military group has designated UK-based facilities as legitimate targets, prompting a UK reaffirmation of defense posture. The UN Secretary-General has warned of rapidly escalating hostilities within Iran, emphasizing the urgent need for diplomatic intervention.