Iranian General Warns US Warships Barred From Persian Gulf as Hormuz Tensions Rise

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Iran's military chief, Major General Abdollahi, has warned that US warships will be barred from entering the Persian Gulf, escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. Abdollahi disputed President Trump's claims that Iran's nuclear enrichment capabilities were destroyed, accusing Washington of sending contradictory messages and challenging US Navy strength in the region. Trump separately asserted the US has extracted oil via its blockade and threatened further military action if Tehran rejects a deal, deepening the standoff.


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