Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:08am on 05 May 2026,Tuesday Politics
Donald Trump warned that Iran would be “blown off the face of the Earth” if it attacks US vessels escorting ships through the Strait of Hormuz amid a fragile ceasefire. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi cautioned the US and UAE against entering a “quagmire,” stressing that no military solution exists for the crisis. He criticised Trump’s “Project Freedom” maritime escort plan as ineffective. Tensions escalated as both sides reportedly exchanged fire, with the UAE also citing attacks. Trump claimed Iranian forces targeted ships, prompting US retaliation against small boats, while Washington continues military buildup, keeping the truce on the brink. (PC: X)
