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Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast

Epic Fury is a daily news and analysis podcast covering the US–Iran war, global conflict, geopolitics, and financial markets. Each episode breaks down the most important developments from the last twenty-four hours — from military operations and diplomacy to oil prices, stock markets, and global risk. Fast, clear, and high-impact. No filler. Just the facts and what they mean. New episodes daily. Follow now to stay ahead of every major development.

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    US Restores Iran Blockade as Trump Weighs Ground Forces

    The United States restores its naval blockade of Iran after President Donald Trump abandons his controversial Strait of Hormuz toll plan just one day after announcing it. As American airstrikes continue and tensions escalate across the Middle East, Trump refuses to rule out deploying US ground forces inside Iran, raising fresh questions about where the conflict is heading.In Episode 138 of Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast, we break down the return of the Iran naval blockade, renewed CENTCOM strikes, Iran's attacks on US allies including Jordan and Kuwait, and the latest diplomatic deadlock over the Strait of Hormuz. We also examine Trump's warning that bridges and power infrastructure could become future military targets, the looming US sanctions deadline, rising oil prices, market volatility, and what these developments could mean for global security.You'll also hear analysis of:The reinstated US blockade of Iranian portsTrump's reversal on the Hormuz shipping tollWhether a US ground invasion of Iran remains a realistic possibilityIran's latest military response across the GulfBrent crude, global markets, and the economic impact of the conflictThe collapse of ceasefire momentum and stalled back-channel diplomacyWhat to watch over the next 48 hours as the crisis enters another critical phaseIf you want clear, factual reporting on the US-Iran war, the Strait of Hormuz, Middle East geopolitics, global oil markets, and international security, Epic Fury delivers your daily briefing with context that goes beyond the headlines.Follow for daily coverage of the US-Iran War and the global events shaping world politics and financial markets.

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    Trump Reimposes Hormuz Blockade as US Airstrikes Expand

    President Trump announces a renewed Hormuz blockade as the United States expands its air campaign against Iran, launching a third consecutive night of strikes on missile sites, coastal defences and military infrastructure. At the same time, Washington unveils a controversial new plan to impose a twenty percent cargo toll on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, raising fresh questions about global trade, oil prices and international law.In Episode 137 of Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast, we examine the latest US airstrikes, Iran's response in the Gulf, attacks on commercial tankers, the approaching sanctions deadline, and the growing risk of a wider regional conflict. We also explain what Trump's Hormuz strategy could mean for global energy markets, inflation, shipping, stock markets, and the future of US-Iran negotiations.If you want clear, fact-based reporting on the Iran war without the noise, this daily podcast delivers the military developments, geopolitical analysis, and economic impact that matter most.Topics covered:• Trump and the renewed Hormuz blockade• US airstrikes on Iran and CENTCOM operations• Strait of Hormuz shipping and oil markets• Iran sanctions and Treasury measures• IRGC military activity and Gulf security• Tanker attacks and maritime trade• US-Iran relations and nuclear diplomacy• Middle East conflict and global geopolitics• Brent crude, inflation and stock markets• Daily Iran war news and analysisSubscribe for daily coverage of the Iran war, US foreign policy, Middle East conflict, global security, oil markets, and the geopolitical events shaping the world.

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    Iran and US Trade New Strikes as Hormuz Tensions Rise

    The Iran war enters a dangerous new phase as the United States launches fresh airstrikes against Iranian military targets and Tehran responds with attacks across the Gulf. In this episode of Epic Fury, we examine the latest escalation around the Strait of Hormuz, where conflicting claims over shipping security are raising fears for global oil supplies and international trade.We break down the US strikes on more than 140 Iranian targets, Iran's retaliation across Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan and Oman, President Trump's warning that "1,000 missiles" are ready if Iran targets US leadership, and the growing uncertainty surrounding Iran's new Supreme Leader. We also examine the latest diplomacy in Oman, the future of the Islamabad peace framework, renewed threats to commercial shipping, and what rising oil prices could mean for the global economy.If you want clear, factual analysis of the Iran war, US foreign policy, Middle East conflict, Strait of Hormuz, oil markets, geopolitics, military strategy, and breaking international news, Epic Fury delivers your daily briefing.

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    Hormuz Closed Again as US Strikes 140 Iranian Targets

    The Strait of Hormuz has been closed again after Iran attacked commercial shipping, triggering one of the largest US military operations of the conflict. In this episode of Epic Fury, we break down the US strikes on 140 Iranian military targets, Iran's missile and drone attacks across six countries, and the rapid collapse of diplomatic talks.We explain what happened in the Strait of Hormuz, why the latest escalation matters for the US-Iran war, global oil prices, energy markets, commercial shipping, and international security. We also examine President Donald Trump's latest warning to Iran, the role of Iran's new Supreme Leader, the future of Iran's nuclear programme, and whether the region is moving closer to a wider Middle East war.If you're following the Iran war, the Strait of Hormuz crisis, US military operations, world news, geopolitics, oil markets, or global conflict, this episode delivers a clear, factual breakdown of the biggest developments and what they mean next.Subscribe to Epic Fury for daily US-Iran war updates, military analysis, geopolitical intelligence.

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    Trump Says 1,000 Missiles Ready as Iran Talks Begin

    President Trump says the United States has 1,000 missiles ready as critical US-Iran talks begin in Oman, with the future of the Strait of Hormuz, the Iran nuclear deal, and regional stability hanging in the balance.In Episode 134 of Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast, we break down Trump's latest warning to Iran, the high-stakes diplomatic meeting in Muscat, and why American officials believe the next twenty-four hours could determine whether the Strait of Hormuz remains open or the conflict escalates again. We also examine reports that Iranian negotiators privately blamed rogue IRGC hardliners for recent attacks on commercial shipping, while publicly defending Tehran's actions.This episode also covers the latest US military strikes, Iran's reported drone attacks across the Gulf, the dispute over Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, Congress's growing opposition to the war, the fragile Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire in Lebanon, and the impact on global oil markets as Brent crude reacts to renewed tensions.If you're following the Iran war, Trump's foreign policy, the Iran nuclear negotiations, the Strait of Hormuz crisis, Middle East conflict, US military operations, oil prices, global geopolitics, and breaking international news, this episode delivers a clear, fact-based briefing on the biggest developments from the past twenty-four hours.Topics covered:Trump says 1,000 missiles are ready if Iran attacksUS-Iran nuclear talks in OmanStrait of Hormuz shipping crisisIran's enriched uranium negotiationsUS airstrikes and Iranian retaliationLebanon ceasefire and HezbollahCongress and the War Powers debateOil prices and global market impactSubscribe to Epic Fury for daily coverage of the Iran war, US-Iran relations, military developments, and the geopolitical events shaping the world.

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    Trump Questions New Iran Deal as Khamenei Burial Ends and Hormuz Freezes

    Iran's former Supreme Leader has been buried, but the man chosen to replace him remains missing from public view. At the same time, President Trump says he is no longer convinced Iran deserves a new nuclear deal, while commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has effectively frozen following renewed US and Iranian strikes.In Episode 133 of Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast, we examine what Khamenei's burial means for Iran's leadership, why Mojtaba Khamenei's continued absence is raising questions about the country's chain of command, and how the collapse in Hormuz shipping could reshape global oil markets. We also break down Trump's latest comments on renewed negotiations, reports of fresh diplomatic outreach from Tehran, renewed fighting after the ceasefire collapsed, NATO's response, developments in Lebanon, and the growing political battle inside Washington over America's expanding role in the conflict.If you want clear, fact-based coverage of the Iran war, US foreign policy, Donald Trump, the Strait of Hormuz, Middle East tensions, oil prices, geopolitics, and global security, this daily briefing brings together the biggest developments from the last twenty-four hours and explains what they mean.In this episode:• Khamenei's burial and the disappearance of Iran's new Supreme Leader• Trump questions whether Iran deserves a new deal• Strait of Hormuz shipping grinds almost to a halt• US strikes, Iranian retaliation, and the latest military developments• NATO's position after the Ankara summit• Lebanon ceasefire negotiations and Hezbollah tensions• The latest political fallout in Washington

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    Ceasefire Collapses as Trump Ends Iran Deal and US Strikes 170 Targets

    The ceasefire is effectively over. President Trump says the Iran deal is finished after renewed attacks in the Strait of Hormuz triggered one of the largest US military responses since the conflict began, with around 170 Iranian military targets struck over two waves of operations.In Episode 132 of Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast, we break down Trump's announcement, the collapse of the June memorandum, Iranian missile and drone attacks on US bases in Bahrain and Kuwait, the latest fighting around the Strait of Hormuz, and why global oil prices surged as fears of a wider Middle East war returned. We also examine Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's final funeral procession in Mashhad, the continued absence of his successor Mojtaba Khamenei, NATO's response, renewed sanctions on Iranian oil exports, and what happens next as diplomacy teeters on the brink.If you want clear, fact-based coverage of the Iran war, US foreign policy, military strategy, geopolitics, oil markets, the Strait of Hormuz, Trump, Iran, the Middle East, and the global economy, subscribe to Epic Fury for your daily briefing.Topics covered: Trump, Iran, US airstrikes, Iran war, ceasefire collapse, Strait of Hormuz, Hormuz attacks, oil prices, CENTCOM, IRGC, Bahrain, Kuwait, Kharg Island, Khamenei funeral, NATO, sanctions, geopolitics, Middle East conflict, world news, military analysis.

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    Strait of Hormuz Attacked as US Launches 80 Strikes on Iran

    The Strait of Hormuz is back at the center of the US-Iran war after attacks on commercial tankers triggered one of the biggest military escalations in weeks. The United States responded with more than 80 strikes on Iran, targeting military infrastructure across the country, before Iran launched missile and drone attacks against American bases in Bahrain and Kuwait. As the ceasefire agreement comes under intense pressure, fears are growing that the conflict could spiral into a wider regional war.In this episode of Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast, we break down the latest US-Iran conflict developments, the attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM's military operation, Iran's retaliation, renewed US sanctions on Iranian oil, the impact on oil prices, and what the escalation means for global shipping, energy markets, and the world economy. We also cover Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral, the continued absence of Mojtaba Khamenei, President Donald Trump's NATO summit in Turkey, and the latest diplomatic efforts to prevent the fighting from escalating even further.If you're following the Iran war, US foreign policy, Middle East news, breaking geopolitical events, global oil markets, Hormuz shipping, Trump, Iran nuclear negotiations, and international security, subscribe to Epic Fury for daily fact-based analysis and the latest updates as the story unfolds.

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    Khamenei Funeral Continues as US-Iran Talks Await Restart

    The funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei enters its final stage as the United States and Iran prepare to restart negotiations over a permanent ceasefire, sanctions, the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran's nuclear program. With millions attending ceremonies across Iran, questions continue to grow over the absence of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and what it means for Iran's political future.In this episode of Epic Fury, we examine the latest developments from Khamenei's funeral, renewed fighting between the IRGC and Kurdish armed groups in western Iran, the state of the Doha negotiations, the latest nuclear dispute, oil market reaction as Hormuz shipping recovers, growing political pressure on President Trump in Washington, and the fragile ceasefire in Lebanon.If you want clear, factual analysis of the Iran war, US-Iran relations, Middle East geopolitics, global energy markets, and the diplomatic efforts shaping the next phase of the conflict, this daily briefing keeps you informed with verified reporting and context that matters.Topics covered:• Khamenei funeral latest updates• US-Iran nuclear talks• Doha negotiations• Mojtaba Khamenei succession• IRGC and Kurdish clashes• Strait of Hormuz shipping• Oil prices and global markets• Trump and Congress• Lebanon ceasefire• Middle East news and geopolitics

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    Iran War Day 129: Khamenei Funeral Draws Millions as US-Iran Talks Pause

    Millions gather for the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as US-Iran peace talks pause during a critical week for the Iran war. This episode explains the latest developments in the ceasefire, the Strait of Hormuz negotiations, and why Iran's new Supreme Leader has still not appeared in public.We examine why Mojtaba Khamenei has remained out of public view since becoming Supreme Leader, how the funeral has become a major diplomatic event attended by regional leaders, and what it means for the future of Iran's leadership.We also break down the latest Hormuz shipping data, progress in the Doha peace talks, the status of Iran's frozen assets, ongoing tensions in Lebanon involving Hezbollah, continued US military deployments across the Middle East, unrest inside Iran, the rising cost of the war for American taxpayers, and what President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are expected to discuss in Washington next week.If you want a clear, fact-based breakdown of the Iran war, Middle East conflict, US foreign policy, Strait of Hormuz, oil markets, nuclear negotiations, and the global consequences of this crisis, this episode brings together the most important developments from the past 24 hours in one comprehensive daily briefing.

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    US-Iran Ceasefire Holds During Week of Khamenei Funeral

    Iran's state funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei enters its most significant week as the US-Iran ceasefire continues to hold and diplomacy temporarily pauses. In this episode of Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast, we examine the latest developments from Tehran, including the historic funeral ceremonies, the continued public absence of Khamenei's designated successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, and what these events could mean for Iran's political future.We also break down the latest US-Iran negotiations, the status of the Islamabad ceasefire agreement, the pause in the Doha nuclear talks, renewed questions over international inspections of Iran's nuclear program, and the recovery of commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, we cover President Trump's upcoming NATO meetings, Israel's evolving position, Lebanon, global energy markets, and the key developments to watch in the days ahead.If you want clear, factual reporting on the Iran war, US foreign policy, Middle East conflict, nuclear negotiations, oil markets, and global geopolitics, this daily podcast delivers the essential briefing without the noise.Topics covered: Iran war, US-Iran ceasefire, Khamenei funeral, Trump, Iran nuclear talks, Doha negotiations, Strait of Hormuz, Middle East news, Israel, Lebanon, NATO, oil prices, global security, geopolitics.

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    Hormuz, Nuclear Talks and Khamenei's Funeral Explained

    The Iran war enters a pivotal moment as Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral pauses diplomacy, nuclear negotiations remain deadlocked, and the future of the Strait of Hormuz hangs in the balance.In this episode of Epic Fury, we explain what Khamenei's funeral means for Iran's leadership, why US-Iran nuclear talks have stalled, how President Donald Trump is framing the conflict during America's Independence Day celebrations, and what these developments mean for the next phase of the war.We also examine Iran's succession crisis, the growing dispute over nuclear inspections, the latest shipping and oil market developments in the Strait of Hormuz, military deployments by the United States and its allies, and why both Washington and Tehran appear further apart despite ongoing diplomatic efforts.If you want clear, factual reporting on the Iran war, US-Iran relations, the Strait of Hormuz, Middle East geopolitics, nuclear negotiations, global oil markets, and international security, this episode breaks down the biggest developments and explains what they mean.Topics covered:• Khamenei's funeral and Iran's leadership transition• US-Iran nuclear negotiations• Strait of Hormuz shipping and oil markets• Donald Trump's July Fourth comments• Iran's military and political strategy• US military deployments in the Middle East• Global diplomacy and regional securityFollow Epic Fury so you never miss your daily briefing on the Iran war and the global events shaping international security.

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    Khamenei Funeral Pauses Doha Talks as Trump Marks US Independence

    The funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has paused the US-Iran Doha talks at one of the most critical moments of the conflict. As millions of mourners gather across Iran, President Donald Trump marks America's 250th Independence Day celebrations while negotiations over Iran's nuclear programme, frozen assets, sanctions, and the future of the Strait of Hormuz are temporarily suspended.In this episode of Epic Fury, we break down the unprecedented state funeral, the uncertainty surrounding Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei's public appearance, the latest developments from the Doha negotiations, Trump's latest comments on US-Iran diplomacy, the ongoing dispute over the Strait of Hormuz, improving oil exports, global energy markets, Lebanon's fragile ceasefire, CENTCOM's regional security meetings, and what these developments mean for the next phase of the Iran war.Whether you're following the Iran war, US-Iran relations, Middle East conflict, global geopolitics, oil prices, military strategy, international diplomacy, or world news, this daily briefing delivers the latest verified developments and the context behind the headlines.Topics covered: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Mojtaba Khamenei, Donald Trump, US Independence Day, Iran, United States, Doha talks, US-Iran negotiations, Iran nuclear talks, Strait of Hormuz, oil prices, global energy markets, sanctions, frozen Iranian assets, Israel, Lebanon, Hezbollah, CENTCOM, Middle East news, geopolitics, military analysis, world news, foreign policy.

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    Doha Technical Talks Begin as Iran Denies Direct US Negotiations

    The Iran war enters a critical diplomatic phase as indirect US-Iran technical talks begin in Doha, despite Tehran continuing to deny that direct negotiations with Washington are taking place. In this episode of Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast, we break down the latest developments in the Doha talks, the growing dispute over Iran's frozen assets, the countdown to the Strait of Hormuz deadline, and what these negotiations could mean for the future of the conflict.We examine the latest statements from Donald Trump, JD Vance, Steve Witkoff, and Iranian officials as both sides pursue diplomacy while continuing to prepare for the possibility of renewed military escalation. Why is Iran refusing to acknowledge direct talks? Why have frozen Iranian assets become the biggest obstacle to a deal? And can the United States and Iran reach an agreement before the temporary Hormuz framework expires?This episode also covers the latest security situation in the Strait of Hormuz, commercial shipping, global oil markets, Brent crude prices, sanctions relief, nuclear inspections, Iran's uranium programme, the continuing violence in Lebanon, and the wider geopolitical consequences for the Middle East and the global economy.Epic Fury delivers clear, fact-based analysis of the Iran war, US-Iran relations, Middle East conflict, nuclear diplomacy, military developments, energy security, sanctions, oil prices, and international affairs. Every episode separates verified developments from political messaging, explaining not only what happened over the last twenty-four hours but why it matters and what could happen next.Whether you're following the Iran conflict, US foreign policy, the Strait of Hormuz, nuclear negotiations, global energy markets, or international security, this daily briefing gives you the context behind the headlines in one concise episode.

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    Doha Talks Continue as Iran Denies Direct US Meeting

    Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast examines the latest developments in the Iran war as US-Iran negotiations continue in Doha. President Trump said direct talks would take place, but Iran denied any face-to-face meeting, while Qatar confirmed that negotiations were continuing through indirect shuttle diplomacy.In this episode, we analyse what really happened in Doha, why Lebanon has become Tehran's main condition for future negotiations, and what the latest diplomatic developments mean for the sixty-day Memorandum of Understanding. We also examine the future of the Iran nuclear programme, IAEA verification demands, sanctions relief, frozen Iranian assets, and the growing divide between public statements and behind-the-scenes diplomacy.You'll also hear the latest on the Strait of Hormuz, global shipping, Brent crude oil prices, energy markets, Iran's oil exports, the humanitarian crisis in Lebanon, and how these developments could shape the next phase of the conflict and wider Middle East security.If you want clear, fact-based analysis of the Iran war, US foreign policy, Middle East geopolitics, nuclear negotiations, oil markets, and global security, Epic Fury delivers a concise daily briefing covering the most important developments from the past twenty-four hours.Follow Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast for daily coverage of the Iran war, US-Iran relations, the Strait of Hormuz, nuclear diplomacy, global energy markets, and the geopolitical events shaping the world.

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    Trump Announces Doha Talks While Iran Rejects the Claim

    President Trump announced that the United States and Iran would hold high-level talks in Doha. Hours later, Iran publicly rejected the claim, insisting no meeting had been confirmed. As Washington and Tehran issue conflicting statements, uncertainty is growing over the future of the sixty-day peace framework and whether diplomacy is beginning to unravel.In Day 123 of Epic Fury, we examine the contradictory accounts surrounding the proposed Doha negotiations, the first confirmed meeting of the Joint Hormuz Committee in Oman, Iran's increasingly uncompromising position over control of the Strait of Hormuz, and the latest developments in the nuclear negotiations. We also cover fresh warnings from the IRGC, France's rejected offer to help clear mines from Hormuz, political divisions in Washington, renewed tensions in Lebanon, rising Iranian cyberattacks against Israel, and what falling oil prices reveal about the market's confidence in the fragile ceasefire.If you want clear, fact-based analysis of the Iran War, US-Iran relations, Middle East geopolitics, global oil markets, and the international consequences of this conflict, Epic Fury delivers your daily briefing with the context that matters.Subscribe now and follow every day of the Iran War as the story continues to unfold.

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    US and Iran Stand Down as Doha Talks Decide Hormuz

    The United States and Iran have agreed to stand down after the most dangerous seventy-two hours since the ceasefire, but the conflict is far from over. Following three rounds of US strikes on Iranian military targets around the Strait of Hormuz and Iranian missile attacks on American bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, both sides have paused military operations ahead of emergency talks in Doha.In this episode, we break down how the latest escalation unfolded, why CENTCOM targeted Iran's surveillance and minelaying infrastructure, the attack on the Kiku oil tanker carrying Qatari crude, and what the sudden stand-down means for the future of the ceasefire. We also examine Iran's insistence that it retains control of the Strait of Hormuz, the growing dispute over the Memorandum of Understanding, delayed nuclear negotiations, and why the next forty-eight hours could determine whether diplomacy survives or the conflict returns to open war.We also cover the White House's latest strategy meeting, Trump's war funding request, Lebanon's worsening security crisis, global oil markets, commercial shipping through Hormuz, and the high-stakes diplomatic negotiations that could reshape the Middle East.If you want clear, fact-based analysis of the US-Iran war, the Strait of Hormuz, global energy markets, geopolitics, and international security, subscribe to Epic Fury. New episodes released every day across all major podcast platforms.

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    Iran War Day 121: Iran Strikes Shipping Again as US Launches Fresh Airstrikes

    Day 121 of the US-Iran War brings the most serious test yet of the ceasefire as Iran launches fresh drone attacks against commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, forcing the United States to respond with another wave of airstrikes against Iranian military targets.In this episode of Epic Fury, we examine the attack on the Singapore-flagged cargo ship Ever Lovely, the drone strike on the Panama-flagged oil tanker Kiku, and how repeated attacks on international shipping have pushed the fragile Memorandum of Understanding to the brink. We explain why the International Maritime Organization suspended its evacuation mission, why hundreds of vessels remain trapped inside the Gulf, and how the dispute over safe shipping routes has become the focal point of the conflict.We also cover President Trump's warning that the Islamic Republic of Iran "may cease to exist," CENTCOM's latest strikes on Iranian drone and missile infrastructure, Iran's attacks on US military facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain, and the widening disagreement over whether either side is still honouring the ceasefire. Plus, we analyse the new Lebanon framework agreement, the Gulf states' growing concerns, and why oil markets remain surprisingly calm despite the sharp escalation.If you want clear, fact-based analysis of the Iran war, the Strait of Hormuz, US military operations, global oil markets, and the geopolitical consequences shaping the Middle East, this daily briefing gives you everything you need to know.New episodes every day. Follow Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast on your favourite podcast platform to stay ahead of every major development.

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    Iran War Day 120: GCC Demands Missile Deal as Trump Reveals Iran's Buried Uranium

    Before the next phase of negotiations begins, the Gulf states have dramatically raised the stakes.On Day 120 of the US-Iran War, the Gulf Cooperation Council and the United States issue a landmark joint statement demanding that any final agreement with Iran must go beyond its nuclear programme to include ballistic missiles, drones and Tehran's regional proxy network. It's the clearest signal yet that the peace process is expanding well beyond the original Memorandum of Understanding.Meanwhile, President Trump reveals that Iran's enriched uranium was not destroyed during Operation Epic Fury but buried beneath the three nuclear sites, where he says it remains under constant American surveillance. He also discloses that he once considered sending US troops into Iran to recover the material before rejecting the plan, while signalling he would be willing to meet Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei.Elsewhere, Lebanon's fragile ceasefire begins to unravel as Hezbollah rejects the latest agreement, an Israeli officer is killed north of the Litani River, and a United Nations peacekeeper loses his life during renewed fighting. We also examine rising economic pressure inside the United States, the latest diplomatic efforts in Doha and Bürgenstock, and why the architecture of peace is growing faster than the agreements needed to end the war.If you want clear, fact-based coverage of the US-Iran conflict, Middle East geopolitics, nuclear negotiations, oil markets and global security, Epic Fury delivers your daily briefing with the context behind the headlines.Hear the full story on Epic Fury, available across major podcast platforms. New episodes every day.

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    Iran War Day 119: Iran Declares US Defeat as Trump Seeks $87.6 Billion for the War

    Iran War Day 119: Iran Declares US Defeat as Trump Seeks $87.6 Billion for the WarIran has called the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding a "declaration of America's defeat", while the White House has asked Congress for $87.6 billion to continue funding the war just one day after lawmakers voted symbolically to end it.In this episode of Epic Fury, we examine the widening gap between Washington and Tehran's competing versions of the same peace agreement. Iran's chief negotiator says the deal proves American failure, while President Trump insists negotiations are progressing toward a historic settlement.We also break down:Why Iran says the US lost the war despite ongoing negotiations.Trump's $87.6 billion emergency war funding request and the political battle in Congress.The latest dispute over IAEA nuclear inspections and sanctions.New negotiations over the future governance of the Strait of Hormuz.Rubio's Gulf tour and growing pressure from America's regional allies.The fragile situation in Lebanon as ceasefire accusations continue.Why oil markets remain on edge despite diplomatic progress.What the next 51 days could mean for the future of the conflict.Epic Fury delivers daily analysis of the Iran war, US foreign policy, Middle East geopolitics, oil markets, global security, military strategy, nuclear diplomacy, and the economic consequences shaping the world.New episodes every day.

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    Iran War Day 118: IAEA Demands Inspections as Iran Pushes Back

    The fragile US-Iran peace deal faces its biggest test yet.On Day 118 of the Iran War, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) publicly insists that nuclear inspections will take place under the new agreement. Iran immediately pushes back, declaring inspections cannot begin until all sanctions are lifted and a final deal is reached.In this episode of Epic Fury, we examine the growing confrontation between the IAEA and Tehran, the unanswered questions surrounding Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, the stalled Bürgenstock negotiations, rising tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, the latest Israel-Lebanon ceasefire developments, and why the next few weeks could determine whether this peace process survives.If you're following the Iran conflict, Middle East geopolitics, nuclear diplomacy, global security, oil markets, or US foreign policy, this daily briefing delivers the context behind the headlines.New episodes every day covering the US-Iran War, military developments, diplomacy, and the geopolitical events shaping the world.

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    Iran War Day 117: Senate Revolts as Trump and Iran Clash Over Nuclear Inspections

    The political foundations of the US-Iran War are beginning to crack.On Day 117, the United States Senate passed a historic War Powers Resolution directing President Trump to withdraw American forces from hostilities against Iran, marking the first time both chambers of Congress have formally rebuked the war. Trump responded by accusing lawmakers of giving “aid and comfort” to the enemy, exposing growing divisions in Washington over the conflict and the peace process.Meanwhile, a major dispute erupted over Iran's nuclear programme. Trump insisted that Tehran had agreed to unlimited nuclear inspections, while Iranian officials publicly denied any such agreement existed. With the future of IAEA access now in question, one of the most important pillars of the Switzerland peace talks faces its biggest test yet.In this episode:• The Senate's historic vote against the war• Trump's furious response to Republican defectors• The growing battle over Iran's nuclear inspections• Conflicting interpretations of the Bürgenstock peace framework• Iran President Pezeshkian's first foreign trip since the war began• Pakistan's warning about efforts to sabotage the peace process• The latest developments in the Strait of Hormuz reopening• New disputes over Hormuz sovereignty and shipping fees• Rubio's Gulf tour and growing concerns among Arab allies• Israel-Lebanon negotiations and fresh clashes in southern Lebanon• The latest progress from the US-Iran technical working groupsWith 54 days remaining in the sixty-day negotiation window, diplomats are still meeting, ships are beginning to move, and the ceasefire remains intact. But the biggest questions of the war—nuclear verification and control of the Strait of Hormuz—are now the subject of open disagreement between Washington and Tehran.The framework exists. The negotiations continue. The arguments are getting louder.Subscribe to Epic Fury for daily coverage of the US-Iran War, Middle East geopolitics, nuclear diplomacy, military strategy, oil markets, the Strait of Hormuz, and the evolving balance of power between the United States and Iran.

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    Iran War Day 116: US-Iran Talks Advance as Iran Claims Permanent Hormuz Control

    US-Iran peace talks have entered a critical new phase after the first face-to-face negotiations since the signing of the Islamabad Memorandum. Vice President JD Vance says major progress has been made, but a new battle is emerging over control of the Strait of Hormuz, nuclear inspections, and the future of the Middle East.On Day 116 of the Iran War, US and Iranian officials completed marathon negotiations in Switzerland, launching technical talks on Iran's nuclear programme, sanctions relief, and maritime security. Vance announced that Iran will allow IAEA inspectors to return, while both sides agreed to establish a direct hotline to prevent incidents in the Strait of Hormuz from escalating into renewed conflict.But Iran's chief negotiator also declared that Hormuz will never return to its pre-war status, claiming the strategic waterway will remain under Iranian management. The statement has triggered concern across the Gulf as the United States works to reassure allies worried about the future of global oil supplies and regional security.Meanwhile, Israel is objecting to a new Lebanon ceasefire mechanism that includes Iran but excludes Israel, raising fears that tensions on the Lebanese border could threaten the wider peace process. Direct Israel-Lebanon negotiations are now beginning as multiple diplomatic tracks race forward simultaneously.In this episode:• US-Iran talks at Bürgenstock and what was agreed• The return of IAEA nuclear inspectors• Iran's claim of permanent influence over the Strait of Hormuz• The Gulf states' growing concerns about the deal• Israel's response to the new Lebanon framework• Marco Rubio's Middle East diplomatic mission• The next steps toward a possible US-Iran peace agreementIf you follow the Iran War, US foreign policy, Middle East geopolitics, oil markets, nuclear negotiations, Israel, Lebanon, or global security, this episode provides the latest developments and analysis from Day 116 of the conflict.Follow Epic Fury for daily US-Iran War updates, breaking developments, military analysis, diplomacy, energy market impacts, and the ongoing struggle over the future of the Middle East.

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    Iran War Day 115: Face-to-Face US-Iran Talks Begin as Hormuz Closes Again

    The first face-to-face talks between U.S. and Iranian officials since the signing of the Islamabad Memorandum are underway in Switzerland, but the peace process is already under pressure. As Vice President JD Vance and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi meet at the Bürgenstock resort, Iran has announced a renewed closure of the Strait of Hormuz, threatening global oil supplies and testing the fragile ceasefire.In this episode of Epic Fury, we break down the historic U.S.-Iran negotiations, President Trump's controversial threats during live talks, the creation of new working groups on sanctions and the nuclear program, and the growing risk that fighting in Lebanon could derail the entire agreement. We also examine the latest developments in the Strait of Hormuz, the economic cost of the war, oil market reactions, and whether the sixty-day peace framework can survive its first major crisis.Topics covered:Face-to-face U.S.-Iran peace talksJD Vance and Abbas Araghchi negotiationsStrait of Hormuz closure and global oil marketsTrump's threats against IranLebanon ceasefire violationsIsrael-Hezbollah conflict updatesIran nuclear negotiationsU.S. sanctions relief discussionsOperation Epic Fury Day 115Middle East geopolitics and breaking newsFollow Epic Fury for daily coverage of the U.S.-Iran War, peace negotiations, military developments, and the geopolitical events shaping the Middle East.

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    Iran War Day 114: Iran Shuts Hormuz as Lebanon Fighting Threatens Peace Talks

    The Strait of Hormuz is closed again. Fighting in Lebanon continues despite a ceasefire. And world leaders are arriving in Switzerland for the most important peace talks of the war so far.On Day 114, Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed, linking its reopening directly to an end to military operations in Lebanon. Meanwhile, Israeli strikes and Hezbollah rocket attacks continued just hours after a ceasefire was announced, leaving more civilians dead and raising fresh doubts about whether the truce can hold.In this episode, we break down Iran's strategy, the growing crisis in Lebanon, the latest battlefield developments, and the high-stakes negotiations beginning at the Burgenstock resort in Switzerland. With Vice President Vance, Abbas Araghchi, senior Pakistani officials, and regional mediators all converging on the talks, the next sixty days could determine whether this conflict moves toward a lasting settlement or slides back toward full-scale war.We also examine the renewed dispute over the Strait of Hormuz, the pressure being applied to global shipping markets, the competing priorities of Washington and Tehran, and why Lebanon has become the central issue threatening the entire peace process.If you want clear, fact-based analysis of the US-Iran War and the diplomacy shaping its future, subscribe to Epic Fury and follow along every day as the story develops.

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    Iran War Day 113: Lebanon Ceasefire Agreed as US-Iran Peace Talks Resume

    The Lebanon front threatened to derail the entire peace process — until a last-minute ceasefire changed everything.On Day 113 of the US-Iran War, Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire after overnight strikes pushed the region to the brink of a renewed escalation. Iran suspended plans to attend the Switzerland peace talks, Vice President Vance cancelled his trip, and the future of the US-Iran agreement suddenly looked uncertain.In this episode of Epic Fury, we examine how Qatar and the United States worked through Tehran to secure the Lebanon ceasefire, why Iran refused to attend negotiations until fighting stopped, and how the truce may have saved the broader peace process from collapse.We also break down Vance's extraordinary criticism of Israel, Trump's intervention to secure the ceasefire, growing tensions between Washington and Jerusalem, the latest developments on Iran's nuclear negotiations, and Steve Witkoff's efforts to keep the Switzerland talks alive.Plus: the reopening of Strait of Hormuz shipping routes, the debate over sanctions relief and reconstruction funding for Iran, new questions surrounding IAEA inspections, and what happens next as the sixty-day negotiating window continues to tick down.Will the Lebanon ceasefire hold? Will Iran return to the negotiating table? And can the US-Iran peace deal survive the growing political pressure from all sides?Subscribe to Epic Fury for daily coverage of the US-Iran War, Middle East conflict updates, diplomacy, military developments, nuclear negotiations, oil markets, Israel, Iran, Hezbollah, Donald Trump, and the race to secure a lasting peace.

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    Iran War Day 112: Trump Signs Peace Deal as Lebanon Crisis Delays Talks

    President Trump has signed the US-Iran peace deal, officially ending the Iran War after 112 days. But as the ceasefire takes effect, tensions in Lebanon, Israel, and the Strait of Hormuz are already threatening the agreement's future.In this episode of Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast, we break down Trump's surprise signing of the peace agreement at the Palace of Versailles, Iran's official acceptance of the deal, the cancellation of the Burgenstock implementation talks in Switzerland, and the growing dispute over Israeli military operations in Lebanon.We examine:• Trump's Versailles peace deal signing• The US-Iran ceasefire and 60-day implementation period• Why JD Vance pulled out of the Switzerland negotiations• Israel's continued operations in southern Lebanon• Iran's warning that Lebanon could violate the agreement• The latest Strait of Hormuz shipping and oil market developments• The eighty mines still blocking the main shipping channel• Trump's claim that Iran has effectively surrendered• The future of US-Iran relations and Middle East stabilityWith the peace deal now officially in force, the focus shifts from diplomacy to implementation. Can the agreement survive the Lebanon crisis, or could the conflict restart before the negotiations even begin?Subscribe to Epic Fury for daily coverage of the Iran War, US-Iran relations, Israel-Lebanon tensions, Middle East geopolitics, global oil markets, military strategy, and breaking developments shaping the region's future.

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    Iran War Day 111: Tankers Sail as Trump Warns War Could Restart

    The first Iranian oil tankers have sailed through the Strait of Hormuz for the first time in two months, providing the strongest evidence yet that the blockade is beginning to lift. But just as markets rally and oil starts flowing again, President Trump is warning that his patience with the peace process is running out.In Day 111 of the Iran War, we examine the verified tanker movements that signal a major shift in the conflict, the latest Israeli strikes in Lebanon that killed four people, Hezbollah's declaration that the agreement is a "big victory," and new details about the fourteen-point memorandum due to be signed in Switzerland on Friday.We also break down Trump's unusually sharp criticism of Israeli military operations, the growing risk that the entire agreement could still collapse, and why US officials are already preparing contingency plans in case hostilities resume.With oil exports restarting, sanctions relief on the horizon, and the threat of renewed war hanging over the region, the gap between peace on paper and peace in practice has never been clearer.Subscribe for daily coverage of the US-Iran War, military developments, diplomacy, energy markets, and the geopolitical forces reshaping the Middle East.

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    Iran War Day 110: Trump Promises Deal Text as Lebanon Dispute Grows

    As President Trump promises to release the full text of the US-Iran peace agreement within days, a growing dispute over Lebanon is threatening to unravel the deal before Friday's signing ceremony in Geneva.In Day 110 of the Iran War, Iran's Foreign Minister insists that Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory is a required part of the agreement, while Israeli leaders publicly reject any commitment to leave. Tehran warns that continued occupation would constitute a violation of the memorandum, and Iran's military signals that further action could follow if Israel remains in Lebanon.Meanwhile, Iranian oil tankers move beyond the US blockade line, global markets react to signs of de-escalation, and world leaders gather at the G7 summit as questions mount over what the peace deal actually contains. With the agreement still unpublished, Washington, Tehran, and Jerusalem appear to be operating from competing interpretations of the same document.In this episode, we examine the Lebanon standoff, Trump's pledge to release the deal text, the future of the Strait of Hormuz, the latest diplomatic developments, and why one unresolved dispute could determine whether the war truly ends—or starts again.Subscribe for daily coverage of the US-Iran War, Middle East geopolitics, oil markets, military strategy, Israel, Iran, Lebanon, Donald Trump, the Strait of Hormuz, and the global consequences of Operation Epic Fury.

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    Iran War Day 109: Peace Deal Signed as Israel Seeks Clarification

    The US and Iran have signed a peace agreement, marking one of the most significant developments since the Iran War began. But as world leaders welcome the deal and markets rally on hopes of stability, questions remain about how the agreement will be implemented and whether all parties are prepared to support it.In Day 109 of the Iran War, we break down the newly signed US-Iran peace deal, the planned Geneva signing ceremony, Israel's response to key provisions, and the growing political pressure facing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. We examine disputes over Lebanon, the future of Israeli military operations, the ongoing debate surrounding Iran's nuclear program, and the challenge of turning a signed agreement into a lasting peace.We also cover disagreements over frozen Iranian assets, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, reactions from the United States, Iran, Israel, Europe, and the G7, plus what falling gold prices and market movements reveal about investor confidence in the deal. Finally, we examine concerns raised by international leaders regarding verification, enforcement, and the unresolved issues that could still threaten the agreement before Friday's formal ceremony.If you want clear, fact-based coverage of the US-Iran conflict, Middle East geopolitics, Iran nuclear negotiations, US foreign policy, Israel-Iran relations, global energy markets, and the latest developments from the Iran War, subscribe now and follow Epic Fury for daily updates.

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    Iran War Day 108: US-Iran Peace Deal Announced Ahead of Friday Signing

    A peace deal between the United States and Iran has been announced after 108 days of war. President Trump says the agreement is complete, Iran has confirmed the deal, and a formal signing ceremony is scheduled for Friday in Geneva.In this episode, we break down what is actually in the agreement, why the Strait of Hormuz is set to reopen, how Qatar helped secure the breakthrough after fourteen hours of talks, and why Israel's silence could become the biggest obstacle to lasting peace.We also examine the latest Israeli strike on Beirut, the unresolved Lebanon ceasefire question, the economic impact of ending the naval blockade, and the critical issues that remain unanswered before the deal is formally signed.Is this the end of the war, or just the beginning of a fragile new phase?Subscribe now and follow Epic Fury every day for the latest US-Iran war updates, peace negotiations, military developments, and analysis.

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    Iran War Day 107: Nuclear Deal Delayed as Trump Pushes Sunday Signing

    The Iran war may be approaching its most important turning point yet. President Trump says a peace deal is ready to be signed, but Iran has revealed that the nuclear issue—the central reason for the conflict—has been delayed to a second phase of negotiations.On Day 107 of the war, new details emerged about the proposed agreement. Iran's Foreign Minister confirmed the memorandum is split into two stages, with sanctions relief, the Strait of Hormuz, and Lebanon addressed first, while the nuclear question remains unresolved. Trump insists the deal will permanently prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon, but Tehran says the hardest negotiations are still ahead.Meanwhile, Israel launched new strikes in southern Lebanon, Israeli officials ruled out withdrawing from occupied territory, and two Iranian drones were shot down over the Strait of Hormuz. Conflicting statements from Washington and Tehran also cast doubt on whether a signing will actually take place on schedule.In this episode, we break down the two-stage peace framework, the growing dispute over Lebanon, the future of the Strait of Hormuz, Trump's latest statements on the deal, and why the next sixty days could determine whether this war truly ends—or simply enters a new phase.Subscribe for daily coverage of the US-Iran War as we track every military, diplomatic, and political development.

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    Iran War Day 106: Pakistan Says Peace Deal Is Final as Markets Surge

    Pakistan says the final peace deal text has been agreed. Iran says the memorandum is in its final stages. Donald Trump claims Israel, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar and other regional powers have approved the agreement. Meanwhile, global markets are reacting as if the war could finally be nearing its end.On Day 106 of the US-Iran War, the strongest signs yet emerged that a breakthrough may be close. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif publicly declared that a final agreed text exists, while Iranian officials confirmed they are completing work on the memorandum. Oil prices fell sharply, stock markets surged, and diplomatic activity intensified across the region.But major questions remain. Reports suggest the deal could include the release of billions of dollars in frozen Iranian assets and potentially address the conflict in Lebanon. Trump has accused Iran of leaking false information about the agreement's terms, while Israeli concerns over asset releases continue to create uncertainty behind the scenes.In this episode:• Pakistan declares a final peace text has been agreed• Iran confirms negotiations are in their final stages• Trump names the countries backing the deal• Markets surge as oil prices fall• New details emerge on frozen Iranian assets• The battle over Lebanon's future• Israeli strikes continue despite diplomatic progress• The one-year anniversary of the Twelve-Day War• Why this breakthrough may be different from previous false alarmsHas the conflict finally reached its turning point, or is this another diplomatic false dawn?Subscribe to Epic Fury for daily coverage of the US-Iran War and the wider Middle East conflict.

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    Iran War Day 105: Trump Threatens Iran Then Announces Peace Deal

    Trump threatened to hit Iran hard and seize control of Kharg Island. Iran announced the full closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Three Indian sailors were killed in a US strike. And then, just hours later, President Trump stunned the world by claiming a peace deal had been reached.In Day 105 of the Iran War, we break down the dramatic sequence of events that took the conflict from its most dangerous escalation in weeks to the brink of a possible settlement. We examine the latest US strikes across Iran, the closure of the world's most important oil chokepoint, Trump's surprise announcement of a memorandum of understanding, and Iran's immediate pushback against claims that a final agreement exists.We also cover the IAEA's new resolution on Iran's uranium stockpile, the diplomatic role of Qatar and Pakistan, Israel's reaction to the proposed deal, and what happens next as the world waits for a potential signing ceremony in Europe.Is this the beginning of the end of the war, or another false dawn in a conflict that has repeatedly appeared close to resolution before spiralling back into crisis?Topics covered:• US strikes on Iran and Kharg Island• Strait of Hormuz closure• Trump's Iran peace announcement• Iran nuclear negotiations• IAEA uranium dispute• Israel's response to the deal• Global oil markets and economic impact• The future of the US-Iran conflictSubscribe for daily coverage of the Iran War and the geopolitical events shaping the Middle East and the global economy.

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    Iran War Day 104: Trump Says Deal Is Days Away After New US Strikes

    Trump says an Iran deal is still just days away. But overnight, the United States launched fresh strikes on Iranian targets after the downing of an American Apache helicopter, while Iran continues to warn of further retaliation.In Day 104 of the Iran War, we examine the latest US military operation, the Tomahawk missile strikes launched from the USS Michael Murphy, and the growing diplomatic race to prevent a wider regional conflict. As fighting continues across the Middle East, Qatar has dispatched a delegation to Tehran in an urgent effort to keep negotiations alive.We break down why American officials insist diplomacy is still possible despite escalating violence, what Qatar's mediation effort could mean for the future of the conflict, the state of Trump's proposed nuclear agreement, Iran's economic pressures, the frozen assets dispute, and the crucial forty-eight-hour window that may determine whether a deal is reached or the ceasefire framework finally collapses.With new US strikes, Iranian retaliation, high-stakes diplomacy, and Trump's self-imposed deadline approaching, the Iran conflict has reached another critical turning point.Subscribe for daily coverage of the US-Iran War and the geopolitical events shaping the Middle East.

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    Iran War Day 103: Iran Downs US Apache as America Strikes Back and Trump Pushes Peace Deal

    Iran shoots down a US Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz, triggering the largest direct exchange between Washington and Tehran since the April ceasefire. President Trump orders retaliatory strikes on Iranian air defence and radar sites, while Iran responds with attacks on American bases across Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.In Day 103 of the US-Iran War, we examine how the Apache shootdown changed the military and diplomatic landscape overnight. We break down CENTCOM's strikes on Iran's coastal defence network, Iran's counterattacks using ballistic missiles and drones, and the growing risk of a wider regional war.We also look at the diplomatic track that somehow survived the escalation. Trump insists a nuclear agreement remains just days away, a draft deal is reportedly under review at the White House, and UN envoy Jean Arnault arrives in Washington as negotiators race to prevent the conflict from spiralling further.With American helicopters falling from the sky, missiles crossing multiple borders, and peace talks hanging by a thread, Day 103 may prove to be one of the most consequential days of the war so far.Topics covered:• Iran shoots down a US Apache helicopter• American strikes on Iranian radar and air defence sites• Iranian attacks on US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan• CENTCOM's response and regional military escalation• Trump's claim that a peace deal is only days away• UN diplomatic efforts in Washington• The future of the Strait of Hormuz blockade• Rising tensions across Lebanon, Israel, and the Gulf

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    Iran War Day 102: Ceasefire Collapses as Israel Strikes Iran Despite Trump's Plea

    The ceasefire is hanging by a thread.After an Israeli strike on Beirut's Dahieh district killed civilians and wounded dozens, Iran launched ballistic missiles at Israel for the first time since the April ceasefire. Israel responded with major strikes across Iran, targeting military facilities, missile infrastructure, and IRGC assets in Tehran, Isfahan, Shiraz, Tabriz, and beyond.As missiles crossed the skies of the Middle East, President Trump publicly urged both sides to stop, warning that renewed escalation could derail the final stages of peace negotiations. His plea went unheeded. Within hours, Israeli warplanes were striking deep inside Iran, while Tehran answered with additional missile launches and threats of further retaliation.In this episode, we break down the Beirut strike that reignited the conflict, Iran's decision to resume direct attacks on Israel, the massive Israeli response, the growing divide between Washington and Jerusalem, and the diplomatic fallout threatening to destroy the proposed memorandum of understanding.We also examine Pakistan's emergency mediation efforts, the role of Hezbollah and the Houthis, rising tensions across the Gulf, the impact on global oil markets, and why the Lebanon dispute remains the single biggest obstacle to any lasting peace agreement.With the ceasefire effectively shattered and both sides once again exchanging direct strikes, Day 102 may be remembered as the moment the conflict's fragile diplomatic framework began to collapse.Subscribe to Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast and follow the conflict day by day as events continue to unfold.

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    Iran War Day 101: Trump Says Iran Has No Choice as US Targets Frozen Assets

    On Day 101 of the US-Iran War, President Trump says Iran has "no choice" but to make a deal as Washington opens a new front in the conflict: Tehran's frozen assets.In this episode, we examine Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's plan to use billions of dollars in frozen Iranian funds to compensate Gulf states for war damage, potentially reshaping the negotiations over sanctions relief and the future of the Strait of Hormuz.We also cover:• Trump's latest comments on Iran and the prospects for a peace deal• Iranian drone launches over the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing US interceptions• The growing dispute over Iran's $24 billion in frozen assets• The latest diplomatic efforts involving Pakistan and back-channel negotiations• The future of Iran's nuclear program and the fate of its enriched uranium stockpile• Secretary of State Marco Rubio's roadmap for negotiations• Rising tensions in Lebanon involving Hezbollah and Israel• The economic impact of the conflict on global trade, oil markets, and shipping routesAs military strikes give way to economic warfare, the battle for leverage is entering a critical phase. Will Iran accept Washington's terms, or is the ceasefire beginning to unravel?Follow Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast for daily updates on the Iran conflict, Middle East tensions, US foreign policy, nuclear negotiations, oil markets, and the geopolitical forces shaping the region.

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    Iran War Day 100: Iran Fires Missiles at Kuwait and Bahrain as Deal Deadline Nears

    One hundred days into the war, the ceasefire is still holding on paper—but missiles are still flying.In this episode of Epic Fury, Iran launches seven ballistic missiles toward Kuwait and Bahrain, triggering interceptions, air raid sirens, and a fresh round of U.S. military strikes. As Gulf states condemn the attacks and Washington responds by targeting Iranian radar sites, the fragile ceasefire comes under increasing strain.We examine the significance of Day 100 of Operation Epic Fury, the mounting pressure on Tehran's shrinking missile arsenal, and the growing frustration among Gulf nations that have absorbed months of attacks despite not being direct participants in the conflict.We also break down the latest diplomatic efforts as Pakistan delivers a personal message to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, President Trump pushes for a final decision on the proposed memorandum of understanding, and negotiators remain deadlocked over Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, sanctions relief, and the future of the Strait of Hormuz.Plus:• Iran's missile attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain• U.S. retaliatory strikes on Iranian radar installations• The race to secure a nuclear agreement before the sixty-day deadline expires• Hezbollah's latest position on a Lebanon ceasefire• The economic impact of one hundred days of war• Iran's remaining military leverage and the future of the Strait of Hormuz• Why the next few days could determine the future of the Middle EastAs Operation Epic Fury reaches its one-hundredth day, the military objectives may have been largely achieved—but the political settlement remains elusive.

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    Iran War Day 99: Iran Claims Victory as Tensions Rise Across the Region

    Iran's Supreme Leader has broken his silence for the first time since the war began, declaring that the United States and Israel have suffered a decisive defeat. As Tehran claims victory, tensions are rising across the Middle East and the path to peace appears more uncertain than ever.On Day 99 of Operation Epic Fury, we examine Mojtaba Khamenei's first public message since being wounded in the opening strikes of the war, Iran's claim that its navy forced two US destroyers to retreat from the Sea of Oman, and CENTCOM's swift denial of the incident.We also break down a new Associated Press analysis warning that President Trump is becoming boxed in by the conflict, with Iran refusing to accept changes to the proposed peace agreement while the political costs of a 100-day war continue to mount.Plus:• Khamenei declares victory and accuses the US of hybrid warfare• Iran and the United States clash over disputed naval events in the Sea of Oman• Foreign Minister Araghchi warns US bases remain legitimate targets• The Iran nuclear deal remains stalled over uranium and sanctions disputes• Hezbollah continues attacks despite Lebanon's ceasefire framework• The US Embassy in Jerusalem issues a new security alert• Oil prices, inflation pressures, and the economic impact of the Hormuz crisis• Why Day 100 could become a defining political moment for TrumpWith the war approaching its 100th day, diplomacy remains frozen, military tensions remain high, and both sides continue to claim the upper hand. The question now is whether a breakthrough agreement is still possible—or whether the next chapter will bring renewed escalation.Subscribe to Epic Fury for daily coverage of the US-Iran War, military developments, Middle East geopolitics, the Strait of Hormuz crisis, oil markets, nuclear negotiations, and the global consequences of Operation Epic Fury.

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    Iran War Day 98: Hezbollah Rejects Ceasefire as Trump Says Iran's Uranium Is ‘Entombed'

    On Day 98 of Operation Epic Fury, the Lebanon ceasefire collapsed before it could take effect as Hezbollah formally rejected the US-backed agreement and resumed attacks against Israeli forces. An Israeli army captain was killed north of the Litani River, a United Nations peacekeeper died in the crossfire, and fresh Israeli strikes hit southern Lebanon.Meanwhile, President Trump made one of the most significant statements of the war so far, declaring that Iran's enriched uranium stockpile is now "entombed" beneath damaged nuclear facilities and suggesting there is no longer a need to seize the material. The comments could signal a major shift in US negotiating strategy and reshape the path toward a potential Iran nuclear agreement.In this episode, we examine Hezbollah's rejection of the ceasefire, the worsening situation in Lebanon, Trump's evolving position on Iran's uranium stockpile, the latest diplomatic efforts to secure a sixty-day memorandum of understanding, Iran's claim that no significant progress has been made in negotiations, and the growing economic pressures facing Washington as the conflict enters its ninety-eighth day.We also cover the latest developments involving the Strait of Hormuz, US-Iran peace talks, sanctions relief, nuclear negotiations, Lebanon's role in any future agreement, rising US jobless claims, and the political battle over war powers in Congress.Topics covered include the Iran war, US-Iran conflict, Trump and Iran, Hezbollah, Lebanon ceasefire, Israel-Lebanon border fighting, Iran nuclear programme, enriched uranium stockpile, Strait of Hormuz, Middle East conflict, US foreign policy, nuclear negotiations, sanctions relief, oil prices, global security, and the latest Iran war news and analysis.

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    Iran War Day 97: Iran Hits Kuwait Airport as Lebanon Ceasefire Clears Path for Deal

    Iran struck Kuwait International Airport in one of the most serious civilian incidents since the ceasefire began, killing one person, injuring sixty-three more, and forcing the temporary suspension of flights. Kuwait responded by expelling two Iranian diplomats as tensions across the Gulf escalated once again.Meanwhile, a major diplomatic breakthrough emerged in Washington as Israel and Lebanon agreed to a ceasefire framework after US-mediated negotiations. The agreement could remove Iran's most important precondition for signing a US-Iran memorandum of understanding, potentially bringing the conflict closer to a negotiated settlement.In this episode, we examine the Kuwait airport attack, the missile and drone strikes targeting Bahrain and the US Fifth Fleet, renewed American strikes on Qeshm Island, and the growing contradiction between an active battlefield and a ceasefire that officially remains in place.We also break down the House of Representatives passing its first war powers resolution directing President Trump to end hostilities with Iran, the political implications of growing bipartisan opposition to the conflict, and Trump's claim that a breakthrough agreement could arrive as soon as this weekend.Topics covered include the Iran-Kuwait crisis, Kuwait International Airport attack, Bahrain missile strikes, US Fifth Fleet security, Israel-Lebanon ceasefire negotiations, Hezbollah withdrawal from southern Lebanon, Trump Iran deal negotiations, US-Iran memorandum of understanding, House war powers resolution, Gulf security, Strait of Hormuz tensions, Middle East conflict analysis, Iran nuclear talks, Operation Epic Fury, and the latest developments in the US-Iran war.As Day 97 comes to a close, diplomacy appears closer than ever while missiles continue to fall across the region.

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    Iran War Day 96: US Hits Iran-Bound Tanker as Lebanon Ceasefire Unravels

    On Day 96 of Operation Epic Fury, the United States dramatically expanded enforcement of its blockade against Iran, firing a Hellfire missile into an Iran-bound oil tanker in the Arabian Gulf. The M/T Lexie was disabled before it could reach Kharg Island, the terminal responsible for roughly 90% of Iran's crude oil exports, marking a major escalation in efforts to choke off Tehran's oil revenues.At the same time, Donald Trump's push for a new Iran agreement faces its biggest challenge yet. Just hours after Trump announced that all shooting in Lebanon would stop, Israeli strikes continued across southern Lebanon, killing at least eight people. Israel insists there is no ceasefire, while Iran maintains that any attack in Lebanon is a violation of the broader US-Iran ceasefire framework.In this episode, we examine the US tanker strike, the expanding naval blockade, the collapse of Trump's Lebanon ceasefire initiative, Iran's suspension and resumption of nuclear talks, the growing dispute between Washington, Tehran and Jerusalem, and the one-week deadline Trump has set for a new agreement.We also cover fresh strikes on Qeshm Island, the latest developments around the Strait of Hormuz, the Strategic Petroleum Reserve falling to its lowest level since January 2024, oil market reactions, Lebanon's worsening humanitarian crisis, Israeli operations north of the Litani River, and the diplomatic efforts by Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and European governments to prevent the conflict from widening further.Topics covered include the Iran war, US-Iran conflict, Donald Trump, Benjamin Netanyahu, Lebanon ceasefire, Hezbollah, Strait of Hormuz, Kharg Island, oil tanker strike, US naval blockade, CENTCOM, Strategic Petroleum Reserve, oil prices, Middle East conflict, Iran nuclear talks, Israel-Lebanon fighting, global energy markets, geopolitics, military strategy and international diplomacy.

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    Iran War Day 95: Trump Stops Beirut Strike as Iran Suspends Nuclear Talks

    On Day 95 of Operation Epic Fury, the US-Iran war entered one of its most volatile diplomatic moments yet. Iran announced it was suspending nuclear negotiations with the United States, citing Israel's expanding military operations in Lebanon and threats against Beirut. Within hours, President Trump insisted the talks were still moving forward, setting up a dramatic clash between public statements and back-channel diplomacy.This episode examines Trump's intervention to stop a planned Israeli strike on Beirut, the growing tensions between Trump and Netanyahu over Lebanon, and how Hezbollah's reported ceasefire agreement quickly collided with Israeli pledges to continue military operations. We also break down Israel's capture of Beaufort Castle, Iran's warning that continued attacks in Lebanon could collapse the entire peace process, and the mounting pressure on negotiators trying to finalize a nuclear deal.You'll also hear analysis of the latest developments surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, global oil prices, Brent crude's surge back toward $95 per barrel, and why rising gasoline prices are becoming a major political challenge for the White House ahead of the US midterm elections.Topics covered include Trump and Iran nuclear talks, the Israel-Lebanon conflict, Hezbollah ceasefire negotiations, Netanyahu's Lebanon strategy, Beaufort Castle, Beirut evacuation warnings, the Strait of Hormuz, oil market volatility, US foreign policy, Middle East geopolitics, and the future of the Operation Epic Fury ceasefire framework.The memorandum may be 95 percent complete, but the remaining 5 percent could determine whether the region moves toward peace or slides back toward a wider war.

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    Iran War Day 94: US Strikes Iran After Drone Shootdown as Trump Rewrites Peace Deal

    A fragile ceasefire came under renewed strain on Day 94 of Operation Epic Fury after Iran shot down a US surveillance drone over the Gulf, triggering American strikes on Iranian air defence and drone command sites along the Strait of Hormuz. Hours later, Iran retaliated with attacks targeting a US military base in Kuwait, raising fresh questions about whether the ceasefire can survive another cycle of escalation.In this episode, we break down the latest military exchanges, the destruction of Iranian radar and air defence infrastructure, the reported missile strike on Ali Al Salem Air Base, and what these developments reveal about the increasingly dangerous gap between diplomacy and battlefield reality.We also examine the memorandum of understanding that could end the war. President Trump has reportedly rewritten key sections of the proposed agreement, including provisions covering Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile and the future of the Strait of Hormuz. While US officials say a framework is close, Tehran has yet to formally respond, leaving the peace process in limbo.The episode explores the unresolved disputes over Iran’s nuclear programme, the future of the Strait of Hormuz, the role of Pakistan and Gulf mediators, and the growing tensions surrounding Israeli operations in Lebanon. We also analyse the economic impact of the conflict, from higher oil prices and fuel costs to the continued disruption of global shipping and trade.Topics covered include the US-Iran ceasefire, the drone shootdown over the Gulf, American retaliatory strikes, the Kuwait missile attack, Trump’s changes to the peace deal, Iran’s nuclear programme, uranium enrichment negotiations, the Strait of Hormuz dispute, Lebanon, Hezbollah, Netanyahu’s objections to the agreement, Gulf diplomacy, oil markets, inflation, and the prospects for ending the war.The memorandum remains unsigned. The military exchanges continue. And the next move may determine whether the region moves closer to peace or back toward full-scale conflict.

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    Iran War Day 93: Trump Delays Decision as US Missile Strike Enforces Blockade

    On Day 93 of the US-Iran conflict, President Trump delays a final decision on the proposed ceasefire framework as American forces intensify enforcement of the naval blockade.In this episode, we examine the US military's Hellfire missile strike on the M/V Lian Star after the vessel ignored more than twenty warnings while attempting to reach an Iranian port. The incident marks the fifth commercial ship disabled since the blockade began and comes as Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth declares that US forces are ready to return to full combat operations if required.We also cover the growing economic pressure on Tehran, with an estimated sixty million barrels of Iranian oil stranded at sea, Iran's accusations that Washington is undermining diplomacy, new concerns over possible naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz, and warnings from major global economic organisations about rapidly depleting energy reserves.Plus: Hezbollah's latest attacks on northern Israel, the aftermath of Iran's missile strike on a US base in Kuwait, the ongoing negotiations over the future of the Strait of Hormuz, and why shipping experts believe the damage to global trade routes could last long after any peace agreement is signed.Topics include: US-Iran war, Trump Iran policy, Strait of Hormuz, naval blockade, Persian Gulf tensions, Pete Hegseth, Iranian oil exports, global energy markets, Hezbollah, Israel-Lebanon conflict, Middle East security, ceasefire negotiations, sanctions, shipping disruption, world economy, and breaking geopolitical developments.Subscribe for daily coverage of Operation Epic Fury and the latest analysis of the US-Iran conflict.

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    Iran War Day 92: Trump Delays Ceasefire Decision as 'No Dust, No Dollars' Standoff Stalls Deal

    President Trump entered the White House Situation Room expecting to make a final decision on a proposed Iran ceasefire deal. Two hours later, he left without an announcement.On Day 92 of the US-Iran War, the conflict moved closer to a diplomatic breakthrough while exposing the single issue still preventing a signed agreement: money versus uranium. The Trump administration publicly embraced a new negotiating principle — "No Dust, No Dollars" — insisting that Iran must surrender or destroy its highly enriched uranium stockpile before receiving sanctions relief, frozen assets, or any financial concessions.In this episode, we examine the growing dispute over the sequencing of a potential peace deal, Trump's latest ceasefire conditions, Iran's denial that nuclear negotiations are even taking place, and why the release of Iranian funds remains the biggest obstacle to ending the conflict.We also break down Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's disclosure that the United States seized approximately one billion dollars in Iranian cryptocurrency assets, the latest developments surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, conflicting reports about Iranian naval mines, Pakistan's diplomatic role in Washington, Marco Rubio's meetings with key regional leaders, ongoing fighting involving Hezbollah in Lebanon, and the economic consequences of the war on global energy markets, inflation, shipping costs, fertiliser prices, and international trade.As negotiations continue in Doha and pressure builds on both Washington and Tehran, the ceasefire agreement appears closer than ever. Yet the fundamental question remains unresolved: should Iran receive financial relief before making nuclear concessions, or must it surrender its leverage first?This episode explores the latest developments in the Iran war, US foreign policy, Trump's Middle East strategy, nuclear negotiations, sanctions relief, uranium enrichment, the Strait of Hormuz crisis, global oil prices, international diplomacy, and the race to secure a lasting ceasefire before the conflict enters its fourth month.

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    How the Conflict Affects Interest Rates, Mortgages and Inflation

    Interest rates were supposed to be falling. Mortgage relief appeared to be getting closer. Inflation was finally moving back toward central bank targets.Then the Iran conflict escalated.In this bonus episode of Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast, we explore the hidden connection between war, oil prices, inflation, central banks, and the interest rates that affect millions of people around the world.How can a missile strike in the Middle East influence your mortgage payment? Why does the Strait of Hormuz matter to homeowners in the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, and Australia? And why are financial markets suddenly paying close attention to every development in the region?We break down how rising oil prices spread through the global economy, how energy shocks create inflation, and why central banks such as the Federal Reserve, Bank of England, Bank of Canada, and Reserve Bank of Australia may be forced to rethink their plans for future rate cuts.This episode examines what higher-for-longer interest rates could mean for homeowners, renters, savers, investors, pension holders, and anyone trying to navigate an uncertain economic environment. We explain how bond markets react to geopolitical crises, why mortgage rates can move before central banks make decisions, and what lessons can be learned from the Nineteen Seventy-Three Oil Crisis, the Gulf War, the Iraq War, and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.Most importantly, we focus on the practical implications. What should you actually watch over the coming months? Which economic indicators matter most? And how can ordinary people better understand the financial consequences of a conflict taking place thousands of miles away?Topics covered include Iran conflict analysis, oil prices, inflation, interest rates, mortgage rates, Federal Reserve policy, Bank of England decisions, Bank of Canada outlook, Reserve Bank of Australia strategy, housing markets, personal finance, investing, pensions, savings accounts, bond yields, cost of living, central banking, energy markets, global trade, the Strait of Hormuz, recession risks, and the economic impact of war.If you've ever wondered how global events affect your money, this episode explains the chain reaction from the battlefield to your bank account.

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    Iran War Day 91: Ceasefire Deal Nears as Iran Fires Missile at Kuwait, Trump Threatens Oman

    A breakthrough in US-Iran diplomacy appeared closer than ever on Day 91 of the conflict, but the path to peace remained uncertain as Iran fired a ballistic missile toward Kuwait, the United States expanded sanctions, and Donald Trump issued a stunning warning aimed at Oman, one of the war's most important mediators.In this episode of Epic Fury: The US-Iran War Podcast, we examine reports that American and Iranian negotiators in Doha have reached a tentative framework to extend the ceasefire, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and begin formal talks on Iran's nuclear programme. But with both Washington and Tehran offering conflicting descriptions of the proposed agreement, major obstacles remain.We break down the Iranian missile launch toward Kuwait, the latest US military operations near Bandar Abbas, the growing pressure campaign known as Operation Economic Fury, and new sanctions targeting Iranian airlines and oil shipments. We also analyse Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's comments on sanctions relief, uranium stockpiles, and the future of Iran's nuclear ambitions.The episode explores Trump's controversial remarks regarding Oman, why Muscat remains central to any diplomatic solution, and how threats against a key mediator could impact negotiations. We also examine Iran's response, the role of Israel's continuing operations in Lebanon, and the unresolved disputes over sanctions, nuclear enrichment, and regional security.Meanwhile, global markets continue watching every development in the Strait of Hormuz as oil traders weigh the possibility of a deal against the risk of renewed escalation. With billions of dollars in global trade at stake, the outcome of these negotiations could shape energy markets, shipping routes, and Middle East security for years to come.This episode covers the US-Iran War Day 91, Iran missile attack on Kuwait, Strait of Hormuz reopening negotiations, Iran ceasefire talks, Doha peace talks, Trump and Oman tensions, Operation Economic Fury, US sanctions on Iran, Iranian oil exports, Iran Air sanctions, Mahan Air sanctions, Scott Bessent press briefing, Iran nuclear negotiations, uranium stockpile disputes, Bandar Abbas strikes, Israel-Hezbollah conflict, Lebanon military operations, Middle East geopolitics, global oil prices, energy markets, maritime security, shipping disruptions, US foreign policy, Donald Trump Iran strategy, sanctions relief negotiations, nuclear weapons concerns, Gulf security, Iranian economy, and the latest Iran news and analysis.Subscribe for daily coverage of the US-Iran conflict, military developments, diplomacy, sanctions, energy markets, and the geopolitical forces reshaping the Middle East.

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    Iran War Day 90: Iran Fires Back After US Strikes Bandar Abbas Drone Site

    Day 90 of the US-Iran war delivered one of the most dangerous escalations since the April ceasefire. After US forces shot down Iranian drones targeting a commercial vessel near the Strait of Hormuz, American strikes hit an Iranian drone control site near Bandar Abbas. Iran responded with missile and drone attacks targeting a US air base, while fresh warnings from the IRGC raised fears of a wider regional escalation.In this episode of Epic Fury, we break down the latest US-Iran military exchanges, the escalating confrontation around the Strait of Hormuz, and the fragile diplomatic talks taking place in Doha. President Donald Trump says a nuclear deal with Iran is closer than ever, but major disputes remain over Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile, sanctions relief, uranium enrichment, and who would control Iran’s nuclear material under any final agreement.We also examine:The Bandar Abbas drone strikes and Iranian retaliationNew US sanctions on the Persian Gulf Strait AuthorityThe growing threat to global oil shipping through HormuzIran’s missile and drone attacks on US military positionsTrump’s rejection of Russia or China holding Iran’s uraniumThe ongoing US blockade on Iranian portsIsraeli strikes in Lebanon and the regional falloutRising fears over global oil prices and economic disruptionThe humanitarian impact inside Iran after 90 days of warAs ceasefire violations increase and negotiations continue behind closed doors, both Washington and Tehran appear closer to a deal — and closer to another major escalation at the same time.Subscribe to Epic Fury for daily coverage of the US-Iran war, Middle East conflict analysis, Strait of Hormuz updates, oil market disruption, nuclear negotiations, geopolitical tensions, military strategy, and breaking international news.

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