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Iran warns of 'apocalyptic war' as US weighs new strikes
Iran warned of an "apocalyptic war" if it is attacked again. Officials said US warships would not be allowed in the Gulf "under any circumstance" and that Gulf countries could be targeted. The US ambassador to the UN said the war could last another year, but hoped Tehran would come to talks sooner.
Why it matters
A new round of fighting could threaten Gulf states and oil shipping, which affects fuel prices worldwide.
Background
The United States and Israel have fought Iran in earlier rounds this year. Neither side has hit major land targets since early September, but US officials have recently talked about new strikes.
The story so far
- US and Israel reportedly plan possible strikes on Iran after US midterms
- US envoy says strike on Iran could come this weekend
- Iran warns of 'apocalyptic war' as US weighs new strikes
- Trump weighs Iran deal or strike as Qatari mediators visit Tehran
- Iran presses 7-day Hormuz plan as Trump denies peace talks
- Khamenei warns of unlimited response as Rubio says no strike decision made
- Iran offers two-day plan to reopen Hormuz as US talks continue
- US offers $20 million reward on Iran nuclear program as talks continue
Sources
- The Hindu ↗Oct 24, 1:44 PM ET
- CBS News ↗Oct 24, 1:40 PM ET
- Al Jazeera ↗Oct 24, 9:06 AM ET
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