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US President Trump has threatened China for not helping Iran. He said in an interview yesterday that if China is caught providing military aid to Iran, tariffs of up to 50% will be imposed on it.
Trump also said that Britain and some other countries would send naval ships to remove mines in the Strait of Hormuz.
Earlier, Trump had said that his country will take action against Iran when the time comes. He is completely ready for this.
He said in his social media post that America is locked and loaded, that is, completely ready. When the time comes, the US military can take action against Iran.
5 big updates of the last 24 hours
- Threat to China- Trump has clearly warned China that if it helps Iran militarily, America will impose heavy tariffs of up to 50% on it.
- Blockade of Hormuz- Trump said that the US Navy will blockade the Strait of Hormuz and ships paying toll to Iran will also be stopped.
- Israeli minister visits mosque- Jordan expressed its protest against the visit of Israeli Minister Ben Gvir to Al Aqsa Mosque, calling it a provocative move and hurting religious sentiments.
- Iran asked for toll- Iran claimed that the Strait of Hormuz is completely under its control and ships passing through there will be required to pay toll in Rials.
- 50 people arrested- About 50 people have been arrested in Iran on espionage charges, who are accused of giving sensitive information to America and Israel.
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Oil prices increased after America’s blockade was announced
America has announced that there will be a blockade of Iranian ports from Monday. After this, a sharp increase in the prices of crude oil has been seen.
US crude oil rose 8% to $ 104.24 per barrel in early trade. Meanwhile, international standard Brent crude rose 7% to $102.29 per barrel.
