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UPDATED Aug 18, 2026 at 9:08 PM ET
Aug 17, 2026 at 8:07 AM ET
Trump threatens to bomb Oman over Iran ship deal
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Donald Trump warned that the U.S. would “bomb” Oman if it obstructs a maritime traffic arrangement with Iran.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump threatened military strikes against Oman over its role in coordinating ship traffic with Iran.
WHEN: Reported Aug 18, 2026 at 1:13 PM ET
WHERE: Oman
WHY: Trump threatened Oman because it was finalizing an unannounced deal with Iran to coordinate ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
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