President Trump threatens to bomb Oman over Iran negotiations
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Donald Trump, Oman, Iran
Middle East
August 17, 2026
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President Trump threatened to bomb Oman if it interferes with US-Iran talks. The threat follows Iran's claim of reaching an agreement with Oman regarding transit through the Strait of Hormuz. The IRGC denied any backchannel talks with the US.
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