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Trump comments on US Navy actions in Iran
Trump has characterized the US Navy's actions in Iran as akin to piracy. This statement comes amid ongoing naval operations related to a blockade of Iranian ports. (sources: politico, theguardian, alarabiya, jpost, reuters)
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Trump stated that the US Navy is acting 'like pirates' while enforcing a blockade on Iranian ports. He also noted that the blockade has resulted in significant financial losses for Iran.
- Trump made remarks about the US Navy's actions during a blockade of Iranian ports.
- He claimed that the blockade has cost Iran approximately $4.8 billion.
- The comments were made in the context of ongoing tensions between the US and Iran.
Why it matters
The statements reflect ongoing geopolitical tensions and the impact of military actions on international relations.
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