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Trump says missiles aimed at Iran over assassination threat
CGTN··11 Jul
US President Donald Trump said on Friday he had ordered the military to prepare strikes on Iran if Tehran carried out or attempted his assassination, CGTN reported citing Reuters. In a Truth Social post, Trump claimed 1,000 missiles were locked and loaded and aimed at Iran, with orders ready for up to one year, subject to extension.
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What It Means For You
- Gulf security risks rise when US-Iran threats escalate publicly.
- Energy prices and shipping insurance may react to strike warnings.
- Assassination-threat rhetoric can harden military postures quickly.
What's Happening
- Trump said 1,000 missiles are aimed at Iran.
- He linked the posture to alleged Iranian assassination threats.
- Orders were described as active for one year, extendable.
West Asia Tensions
- US-Iran fighting has flared again around Hormuz shipping disputes.
- Trump has called the interim ceasefire over while talks continue.
- Regional states are pressing for clarity on strait access rules.
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