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Donald Trump says Iran has sent the US a ‘very big’ present.

Trump says Iran sent US ‘very big’ secret ‘present’

President Donald Trump has revealed that Iran sent the US a ‘very big present’ of ‘tremendous’ value. Here is what we know.

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Iran has reportedly lifted some restrictions on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz. (EPA PHOTO)

Iran reveals who can now pass through Strait of Hormuz

Some vessels have reportedly been given the green light from Iran to have safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Here’s what we know

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Donald Trump signals Iran deal as US boosts military presence.

Trump claims Iran talks underway as tensions escalate

Conflicting signals emerge as the US claims talks with Iran, while tensions across the Gulf remain high.

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An unusual burst of activity early Monday, minutes before a market-moving social media post from President Donald Trump has raised eyebrows.

Billion dollar ‘bet’ minutes before Trump’s post pays off

‘Someone with access to privileged information appears to have made hundreds of millions in profit by trading on a political secret before it became public.’

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Oil prices fall as Trump postpones energy attacks.

Oil prices fall as Trump postpones energy attacks

Benchmark prices fell 9 per cent to around $US97.50 after US President Donald Trump gave Iran five days to respond to peace talks.

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President Donald Trump speaks with the media before boarding Air Force One.

Trump hails 'major points of agreement' in Iran talks

There have been United States-Iran talks and a deal could be done soon to settle the war, US President Donald Trump says.

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The US has warned Iran to lift its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours.

Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum to Iran escalates war tensions

US President Donald Trump has threatened to target Iranian power plants if Tehran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping route.

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Donald Trump is considering ‘winding down’ military action against Iran.

‘Winding down’: Trump signals Iran war may scale back

Donald Trump has signalled the US may reduce military action against Iran as strikes hit Natanz and fears grow over oil supply disruption in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Bowen confirms fuel shipment disruptions to Australia.

Middle East war halts fuel shipments bound for Australia

Global tensions are impacting fuel deliveries to Australia, with Chris Bowen confirming shipments have been delayed amid the Strait of Hormuz disruption.

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Mr Trump’s war of choice is more unpopular with American voters than any recent conflict, and the odds of a thumping for Republicans at the midterms in November just grew shorter.

Oil shock exposes political risks of Trump’s Iran strategy

Republicans should not panic, insists the White House. ‘NO PANICANS!’, it tweeted on March 14th.

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US President Donald Trump says he was "surprised" Australia didn't help in the military effort against Iran.

Trump ‘surprised’ Australia snubbed US military request

US President Donald Trump has taken a thinly-veiled swipe at the Albanese Government, saying he was ‘surprised’ Australia said no to joining American military efforts against Iran.

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Donald Trump says the US is considering winding down its military efforts in the Middle East

Trump says US ‘very close’ to ending war with Iran

Donald Trump says the US is considering winding down its military efforts in the Middle East, saying his country’s objectives against Iran were ’very close’ to being met.

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Three US officials have revealed the military is deploying thousands of additional troops to the war-stricken region.

US sends thousands more troops to Middle East as war escalates

Three US officials have revealed the military is deploying thousands of additional troops to the war-stricken region.

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