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Trump warns Iran amid escalating tensions
The United States and Iran remain locked in a dangerous confrontation, with military threats and warnings continuing even as diplomatic efforts have periodically offered the possibility of de-escalation.
Recent reporting indicates that U.S. forces have carried out additional strikes against Iranian targets, while the two sides have continued exchanging threats. The Strait of Hormuz has become a particularly sensitive flashpoint because of its importance to global energy and commercial shipping.
Trump has repeatedly warned Iran that continued attacks or escalation could trigger a powerful American response.
The language has alarmed observers because the consequences of a major escalation could extend far beyond the two countries.