Iran

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The 3rd entire elimination of Persia has again been cancelled because current negotiation is probably the best ever and the mullahs are excellent people. Donald should join the TV comedians. 

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US launches new strikes on Iran, targeting missile sites and boats

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  I reckon he wants to drag this out so he can postpone the Mid-terms

The US said it launched new strikes on southern Iran, targeting Iranian missile sites and boats attempting to place mines.

The strikes were taken in "self-defense" and were designed "to protect our troops from threats posed by Iranian forces", US Central Command said in a statement.

Central Command spokesperson Capt Tim Hawkins said the US military "continues to defend our forces while using restraint during the ongoing ceasefire" between the two countries.

Iran is yet to respond to the US attack. However, Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Esmail Baqai earlier said that while some progress had been made in talks to end the war, a deal "is not imminent".

It is unclear what impact the strikes will have on any potential peace agreement between the US and Iran.

Following the strikes, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said a deal was still possible and pointed to talks on Tuesday between Iran's top negotiator and foreign minister and Qatar's prime minister.

"We'll see if we can make progress. I think it's a lot of talking back and forth going on about specific language in the initial document, so it'll take a few days," Rubio told reporters during an official visit to India.

He said President Donald Trump had "expressed his desire to make it".

 

 

"He's either going to make a good deal or no deal," Rubio said.

Asked again later about Monday's strikes, Rubio said: "The straits have to be open. They're going to be open one way or the other, so they need to be open. What's happening there is unlawful, it's illegal, it's unsustainable for the world, it's unacceptable."

Capt Hawkins said the US strikes targeted an area near Bandar Abbas, a southern port city and home of an Iranian naval base that sits on the Strait of Hormuz, according to the New York Times.

Iranian state media had earlier reported that local officials in Bandar Abbas were investigating after explosions were heard.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgzzn4y1n8o

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I see he's had another hospital visit (purely routine of course), 3rd time this year.

But falling off the perch, may not be publicized, like Brezhnev, they may continue to wheel him out until he starts to smell.

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Coss Comments in Red below ::

• Missile strikes on Israel — Iran launched repeated large-scale missile attacks on Israeli targets, with reports of hundreds of missiles fired and at least some strikes causing injuries and deaths. It's generally accepted that Bibi asked/fooled Donald to start this war
• Strike on Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG facility — Missile strikes caused “significant damage” at Ras Laffan Industrial City and reduced export capacity by 17%, making this one of the most economically important attacks. Didn't Qatar just give Donald a $400 million gold plated jet? can they have it back?
• Attacks on the UAE’s energy and urban infrastructure — Iran hit the UAE with drones and missiles, with reports of fatalities, injuries, and repeated interception attempts by air defenses. ¹ see note ¹ below
• Attack on Bahrain, including the U.S. 5th Fleet area — Bahrain reported a missile/drone attack near the Fifth Fleet headquarters and residential structures, a major escalation because of the U.S. military presence there.  ² see note ² below
• Missile attack on Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh region — Saudi defenses intercepted ballistic missiles near Riyadh, showing Iran’s willingness to strike the Gulf’s most important political center. ³ see note ³ below
• Attack on Kuwait’s Ali al-Salem Air Base — Kuwait reported ballistic missiles aimed at Ali al-Salem Air Base and a drone attack at Kuwait International Airport, causing damage and injuries. ⁴ see note ⁴ below
• Attack on Iraqi sites, including Erbil Airport — Erbil Airport was struck twice in one account, and other Iraqi locations tied to armed groups or coalition presence were also attacked.
• Attack in Oman and other Gulf states — BBC and other reporting said Oman was among the countries hit since the war began, extending the conflict beyond the more obvious frontline states.
• Maritime attacks in the Strait of Hormuz — Iran’s campaign against shipping created a major strategic shock, disrupting global energy flows and heightening regional risk.
• Cluster-bomb missile attacks on Israel — Reporting cited Iranian cluster-bomb missile strikes on Israel that killed civilians, making this one of the most serious attacks in terms of direct civilian harm.

 

¹    Note 1 - UAE - gifts grifts

Order of Zayed UAE's highest civilian honor, a pure gold baroque pendant necklace Presented May 2025 for "exceptional efforts" strengthening U.S.-UAE relations / Drop of oil Small box containing Murban crude oil (visible through glass) Trump joked it was "the highest quality oil on the planet" but complained they only gave him "a drop"  / Crypto company stake Abu Dhabi royal secretly purchased 49% stake in Trump family's cryptocurrency firm World Liberty Financial $500 million total; $187 million paid to Trump family coffers just 4 days before Trump's 2025 inauguration / Stablecoin investment Emirati investment-backed firm allocated funds to Trump's stablecoin $2 billion / Dubai hotel Inauguration of Trump International Hotel & Tower Dubai Opening of new luxury property 

² Note 2 - Bahrain - gifts grifts

Gold-plated fighter jet model Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa $4,850 2017 / Bronze sculpture of Arabian horse Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa $7,200 2019 / Jared Kushner (son-in-law & senior adviser) Clock Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa $3,200 2019  / Vice President Mike Pence Clock (flag-styled, William & Son of London) Crown Prince Salman Al Khalifa $5,730 2017 / During Trump's first year in office, he and his family received over $140,000 in gifts totalfrom foreign leaders, with Bahrain among the Arab leaders who contributed./ In July 2025, Bahrain's Crown Prince pledged a $17 billion investment deal in the U.S. during a White House meeting with President Trump, including purchases of U.S. aircraft, jet engines, and technology.

³ Note 3 - Saudi Arabia  - gifts grifts

Brand licensing fees Saudi firm Dar Global paid the Trump Organization $21 million last year for using Trump's name on at least 4 real estate developments in Saudi Arabia / LIV Golf revenue Saudi government-funded LIV Golf has hosted 7 tournaments at Trump properties (8th upcoming), generating revenue and restoring value to Trump's golf ventures / Expected continued fees Dar Global is expected to pay another ~$21 million this year, with potential additional deals / Jared Kushner (Trump's son-in-law) Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund contributed $2 billion to an investment fund run by Kushner / During Trump's 2025 visit, Saudi Arabia announced a $600 billion investment in the U.S. including a $142 billion weapons sale / Historically, during Trump's first term, Saudi Arabia did give him personal gifts including tiger fur robes, chiffon dresses, and a sword.

⁴ Note 4 - Kuwait  - gifts

During Donald Trump's first year in the White House, Kuwait's emir gave the Trump family gold coins worth $1,160.

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And that's just what has been reported publicly .

If I'd ever given anything to Trump, I'd want it back and I'd cut off the rotting hand that gave it back with a scimitar.

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