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Trump says US to hit Iran hard

Malaysia Times desk Original: Free Malaysia Today 7/29 22:19 X
Trump says US to hit Iran hard
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US president Donald Trump vowed to hit back hard at Iran after it attacked US bases in Jordan, sending oil prices up 5% on fears of disruptions to global supplies.

From the original report

The warning came after a short lull in the fighting that had spurred hopes of a return to negotiations appeared to draw to an end, sending oil prices jumping 5% over fears of disruptions to global supplies.

On Wednesday, Saudi Arabia and the US announced strikes on militant bases in Iraq, while US ally Israel accused Iran-backed Hezbollah of a truce violation.

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Free Malaysia Today
Originally published
Jul 29, 2026
Updated here
Aug 15, 2026
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