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An already shaky ceasefire deal is on the brink of collapse as tensions spike over the Strait of Hormuz. Both Iran and the US have launched fresh strikes on Tuesday morning, the first day of US President Donald Trump’s “Operation Freedom”.

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Trump issues chilling ‘blown off Earth’ warning to Iran

US President Donald Trump has warned Iranian forces they would be “blown off the face of the Earth” if they attempt to target US ships in the Strait of Hormuz or Persian Gulf, as tensions continue to rise despite a fragile ceasefire.

In a phone interview with Fox News, Mr Trump said Iranian negotiators were being “far more malleable” than before, while also claiming on Truth Social that US forces had “shot down” seven Iranian boats after Tehran targeted vessels attempting to pass through the strait.

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