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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Maira Butt

Trump could launch ‘massive offensive’ in Iran targeting bridges and energy sites

  • Donald Trump held an emergency meeting to discuss a significant offensive against Iran , aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz .
  • He threatened Iran with airstrikes against their bridges and power plants , also suggesting that 'other people' would conduct a ground campaign.
  • American forces launched further strikes against Iran and reinstated a blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz.
  • Trump stated he would hit Iran 'very hard' in the coming days unless they agreed to negotiations.
  • He reversed his plan to impose a 20 per cent fee on maritime traffic in the Strait, opting instead for trade and investment deals with Gulf states.

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