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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #150 on: Friday, Aug 28, 2026 05:42 am »
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said Friday that “putting diplomacy back on track isn't impossible” between the U.S. and Iran.

“It hinges on U.S. understanding of one simple fact: pressure doesn't work,” Araghchi wrote on X. “The U.S. should build trust, speak respectfully, acknowledge our rights, and uphold commitments.”

He made the remark after speaking with Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani.

Qatar has acted as a mediator in talks between the U.S. and Iran.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #151 on: Friday, Aug 28, 2026 05:49 am »
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said Friday that “putting diplomacy back on track isn't impossible” between the U.S. and Iran.

“It hinges on U.S. understanding of one simple fact: pressure doesn't work,” Araghchi wrote on X. “The U.S. should build trust, speak respectfully, acknowledge our rights, and uphold commitments.”

He made the remark after speaking with Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani.

Qatar has acted as a mediator in talks between the U.S. and Iran.
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The U.S. should build trust?  Iran earned the distrust from the U.S. over several decades of lying, deceit and attacks along with them vowing to destroy America and Americans.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #152 on: Friday, Aug 28, 2026 06:00 am »
If somebody throws out a one sentence post and call it "analysis," I will call Foul and demand to see the work leading up to it.  The Poster you are defending is famous for that on these boards, so I will call that every chance I get, because he doesn't look as smart as he thinks he is.

Maybe you think he is, but he's not above showing his work!  JMHO.

Agree with that. I'm man enough to admit that I don't know what's going on there, and I don't think anyone else really does either. Lots of unanswered questions. So one-sentence analysis ain't gonna cut it. Here in reality world we call that an opinion, and here's my solution to those:

The Republic is lost.

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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #154 on: Friday, Aug 28, 2026 11:16 am »
Iran supreme leader warns against political infighting as war hits 6 months

Iran’s supreme leader called for political unity Friday, warning government officials against rhetoric that could deepen divisions or undermine public confidence as the war with the U.S. reaches the six-month mark.

“I firmly declare that committing anything that harms social cohesion is forbidden,” Mojtaba Khamenei said in a written message published on the Telegram channel “News of the Martyr Leader.”

Khamenei also pushed back against framing Iran’s choices as competing political camps, citing divisions such as “war or negotiations,” “consensus or extremism” and “compromise or warmongering.”

He urged officials to project Iran’s “power and strength” and avoid “discouraging statements that weaken national and public motivation,” arguing that emphasizing the country's vulnerabilities could aid its adversaries.

Khamenei has remained out of public view since the war began Feb. 28. He succeeded his father, Ali Khamenei, as supreme leader following his death.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #155 on: Friday, Aug 28, 2026 12:01 pm »
6 months.   That's a far cry from being told that the war would be over in a couple of weeks.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #156 on: Friday, Aug 28, 2026 01:41 pm »
6 months.   That's a far cry from being told that the war would be over in a couple of weeks.

The only people I've heard saying that are Democrats and TDS simps.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #157 on: Friday, Aug 28, 2026 02:53 pm »
At least 6,000 sailors remain stranded aboard hundreds of ships in the Persian Gulf six months into the war with Iran, according to the United Nations' maritime agency.

The International Maritime Organization said Friday that 19 seafarers have been killed since the conflict began Feb. 28.

At least 70 attacks on international shipping have also been recorded in the Persian Gulf during the war, according to the agency.

The disruption comes as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains well below normal levels despite U.S. efforts to secure the critical waterway.

Before the war, roughly 20% of the world's traded oil and natural gas passed through the Strait of Hormuz.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #158 on: Friday, Aug 28, 2026 03:12 pm »
The only people I've heard saying that are Democrats and TDS simps.

Perhaps you should venture outside your information bubble. Six months and still going on is quite a bit longer than 4 to 5 weeks wouldn't you agree.... :facepalm2:


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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #159 on: Friday, Aug 28, 2026 03:18 pm »
Iran supreme leader warns against political infighting as war hits 6 months

Iran’s supreme leader called for political unity Friday, warning government officials against rhetoric that could deepen divisions or undermine public confidence as the war with the U.S. reaches the six-month mark.

“I firmly declare that committing anything that harms social cohesion is forbidden,” Mojtaba Khamenei said in a written message published on the Telegram channel “News of the Martyr Leader.”

Khamenei also pushed back against framing Iran’s choices as competing political camps, citing divisions such as “war or negotiations,” “consensus or extremism” and “compromise or warmongering.”

He urged officials to project Iran’s “power and strength” and avoid “discouraging statements that weaken national and public motivation,” arguing that emphasizing the country's vulnerabilities could aid its adversaries.

Khamenei has remained out of public view since the war began Feb. 28. He succeeded his father, Ali Khamenei, as supreme leader following his death.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #160 on: Friday, Aug 28, 2026 03:56 pm »
Perhaps you should venture outside your information bubble. Six months and still going on is quite a bit longer than 4 to 5 weeks wouldn't you agree.... :facepalm2:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZ9DH8ECT8A

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That's not a "couple of weeks."  Don't be a simp, we have enough of those already.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #161 on: Friday, Aug 28, 2026 04:58 pm »
The only people I've heard saying that are Democrats and TDS simps.

Oh, for crying out loud.   *****rollingeyes*****   An honest observation!
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #162 on: Saturday, Aug 29, 2026 04:37 am »
‘Goods Are Not Coming In’: Tehran Braces for Unrest as Trump Intensifies Economic Offensive

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian acknowledged Friday that the U.S. blockade has slashed Iran’s trade and left critical imports — including gasoline — unable to enter the country, as the Trump administration intensifies an economic offensive aimed at isolating a regime already confronting mounting hardship and the threat of renewed unrest.

https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/08/28/goods-not-coming-tehran-braces-unrest-trump-intensifies-economic-offensive/
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #163 on: Saturday, Aug 29, 2026 04:55 am »
‘Goods Are Not Coming In’: Tehran Braces for Unrest as Trump Intensifies Economic Offensive

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian acknowledged Friday that the U.S. blockade has slashed Iran’s trade and left critical imports — including gasoline — unable to enter the country, as the Trump administration intensifies an economic offensive aimed at isolating a regime already confronting mounting hardship and the threat of renewed unrest.

https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/08/28/goods-not-coming-tehran-braces-unrest-trump-intensifies-economic-offensive/
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #164 on: Saturday, Aug 29, 2026 06:33 am »
Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 28, 2026


Excerpt:
Russia is portraying its Starlink-jamming electronic warfare (EW) system as a breakthrough capability as part of its cognitive warfare effort to dissuade the United States from granting Ukraine access to Starlink over Russian territory. Russia reportedly launched serial production of the Volna Kupol Garant [ "Wave Dome Guarantee"  ] EW system that can allegedly disrupt connections to the Starlink satellite internet constellation, according to a Russian defense industry source speaking to Kremlin newswire TASS.

The source stated that the Volna Kupol Garant system disrupts the operation of Starlink satellites in low Earth orbit, rather than targeting local ground terminals, by directing a powerful narrow radio signal that blinds the satellites’ receiving antennas. The source claimed that the simultaneous use of several Volna Kupol Garant systems could temporarily collapse Starlink services and that Russia could share this technology with other countries. Ukrainian forces have repeatedly struck Volna Kupol Garant systems in occupied Ukraine and Russia using drones equipped with alternative communication technologies.

The Volna Kupol Garant system appears to be largely stationary, limiting its effectiveness in protecting mobile equipment, the primary targets of Ukrainian Starlink-equipped drones.

TASS likely intends to signal to both Russians and the West that the Volna Kupol Garant system is capable of defending objects in deep rear areas of Russia and that there is therefore no point in giving Ukraine access to Starlink over Russian territory. Russian forces already possess air-defense systems capable of countering Ukrainian drones but lack the quantities of such systems and the manpower to operate them needed to defend Russia's vast rear areas.

The Volna Kupol Garant system will likely suffer from the same problems due to its high cost - $1.5 million dollars per system - and limited 20-square-kilometer range.

https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-august-28-2026/
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #165 on: Saturday, Aug 29, 2026 07:45 am »
Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 28, 2026


Excerpt:
Russia is portraying its Starlink-jamming electronic warfare (EW) system as a breakthrough capability as part of its cognitive warfare effort to dissuade the United States from granting Ukraine access to Starlink over Russian territory. Russia reportedly launched serial production of the Volna Kupol Garant [ "Wave Dome Guarantee"  ] EW system that can allegedly disrupt connections to the Starlink satellite internet constellation, according to a Russian defense industry source speaking to Kremlin newswire TASS.

The source stated that the Volna Kupol Garant system disrupts the operation of Starlink satellites in low Earth orbit, rather than targeting local ground terminals, by directing a powerful narrow radio signal that blinds the satellites’ receiving antennas. The source claimed that the simultaneous use of several Volna Kupol Garant systems could temporarily collapse Starlink services and that Russia could share this technology with other countries. Ukrainian forces have repeatedly struck Volna Kupol Garant systems in occupied Ukraine and Russia using drones equipped with alternative communication technologies.

The Volna Kupol Garant system appears to be largely stationary, limiting its effectiveness in protecting mobile equipment, the primary targets of Ukrainian Starlink-equipped drones.

TASS likely intends to signal to both Russians and the West that the Volna Kupol Garant system is capable of defending objects in deep rear areas of Russia and that there is therefore no point in giving Ukraine access to Starlink over Russian territory. Russian forces already possess air-defense systems capable of countering Ukrainian drones but lack the quantities of such systems and the manpower to operate them needed to defend Russia's vast rear areas.

The Volna Kupol Garant system will likely suffer from the same problems due to its high cost - $1.5 million dollars per system - and limited 20-square-kilometer range.

https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-august-28-2026/

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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #166 on: Saturday, Aug 29, 2026 07:49 am »
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said "there is the need to seriously address the chain of economic and livelihood ‌challenges, such ⁠as inflation, unemployment, management of prices and the market for goods and services," according to Reuters, as the U.S. economic campaign against Tehran is mounting.

The Treasury Department launched Operation Economic Outcast against Iran on Monday, and on Friday, revealed it is taking action against a United Arab Emirates bank in a bid to “cut off a key financial lifeline and sanctions evasion vehicle for the Iranian regime.”

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said to state media that Iranian exports have dropped nearly 35% due to ongoing sanctions against Iran and a U.S. military blockade of Iranian ports, Reuters added.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #167 on: Saturday, Aug 29, 2026 08:00 am »
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said "there is the need to seriously address the chain of economic and livelihood ‌challenges, such ⁠as inflation, unemployment, management of prices and the market for goods and services," according to Reuters, as the U.S. economic campaign against Tehran is mounting.


It's a little late to be concerned about that, Deadman....
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #168 on: Saturday, Aug 29, 2026 09:53 am »
Wrong thread, @BobfromWB

Nope - drones are in use by Iran and the US uses drones - if you read the post, you would have learned that Russian plans to sell the tech and Iran would certainly be a buyer. I'm sure Iran if it digs weep enough will acquire it, sooner or later.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #169 on: Saturday, Aug 29, 2026 10:01 am »
Nope - drones are in use by Iran and the US uses drones - if you read the post, you would have learned that Russian plans to sell the tech and Iran would certainly be a buyer. I'm sure Iran if it digs weep enough will acquire it, sooner or later.

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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #170 on: Saturday, Aug 29, 2026 10:29 am »
Iranian general suggests its military has ‘surprises’ in store: report

Iran’s acting defense minister Brig. Gen. Majid Ebn al-Reza suggested that Iran’s military has “surprises” in store for its adversaries, a report said.

“Everyone, and especially the enemies, should know that they will become aware of Iran’s surprises in due time,” he was quoted as saying by Iran’s Tasnim News Agency.

“We should not talk about the surprises now, but Iranian knowledge, the Iranian youth, and the things being carried out in the defense industries will, God willing, bring good surprises,” he reportedly added.

The claims come after President Donald Trump said earlier this week that the Iranian regime is "not paying their troops" and is "in deep trouble" following the launch of the U.S. Treasury Department's Operation Economic Outcast against Tehran.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #171 on: Saturday, Aug 29, 2026 10:40 am »
Iranian general suggests its military has ‘surprises’ in store: report

Iran’s acting defense minister Brig. Gen. Majid Ebn al-Reza suggested that Iran’s military has “surprises” in store for its adversaries, a report said.

“Everyone, and especially the enemies, should know that they will become aware of Iran’s surprises in due time,” he was quoted as saying by Iran’s Tasnim News Agency.

“We should not talk about the surprises now, but Iranian knowledge, the Iranian youth, and the things being carried out in the defense industries will, God willing, bring good surprises,” he reportedly added.

The claims come after President Donald Trump said earlier this week that the Iranian regime is "not paying their troops" and is "in deep trouble" following the launch of the U.S. Treasury Department's Operation Economic Outcast against Tehran.
Posted by Greg Norman-Diamond

Yada, yada, Good Surprises, yada, yada.  Is Iran inflating more garbage bags to mine Hormuz Strait?
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #172 on: Saturday, Aug 29, 2026 10:54 am »
Nope - drones are in use by Iran and the US uses drones - if you read the post, you would have learned that Russian plans to sell the tech and Iran would certainly be a buyer. I'm sure Iran if it digs weep enough will acquire it, sooner or later.
Iran has no money to buy drones.

Besides, I thought China gives Iran Everything it needs.

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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #173 on: Saturday, Aug 29, 2026 11:03 am »
Iran has no money to buy drones.

Besides, I thought China gives Iran Everything it needs.

With the Rial worth about 2 Million per buck, they must be able to get them for free.  Doubtful from Russia, but China is flush with cash, and they have to deliver by rail, a dicey proposition.  Russia can deliver via the Caspian Sea, but they've lost ships to US bombers that way.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #175 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 05:59 am »

https://twitter.com/bennyjohnson/status/2093843554443436466

Ok... I'm impressed if that's true.

Not a criticism of Trump... if we can build that in a month why does it take 20 years to build a high speed rail line?
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #176 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 06:21 am »
Iran marks Islamic Unity Week with call for nations to confront the US

Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei issued a statement marking Islamic Unity Week on Sunday, calling on Islamic countries across the Middle East to confront the "real enemy."

The written statement was posted to Khamenei's Telegram account, saying division among Islamic countries only helps Islam's enemies.

“My emphatic and repeated recommendation ⁠to the rulers of Islamic countries, especially the countries of West Asia ‌and the Gulf, is ​to identify your real enemy, ‌understand his plan and confront it,” ​Khamenei wrote.

He went on to argue that all Gulf Arab states should be "united under the flag of Islam."
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #177 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 08:31 am »
Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

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« Reply #178 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 09:25 am »
Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Has anyone seen his Gayness?  The dude is the Mitch McConnell of Iran.  The bright good mornin' voices who's heard but never seen...

I don't know who you're insulting more; Khamenei or McConnell.   :shrug:   I'm surprised with his gayness the Iranians haven't disposed of him themselves.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #179 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 09:44 am »

https://twitter.com/bennyjohnson/status/2093843554443436466

The U.S. military quietly dredged a new shipping lane on the Omani side of the Strait of Hormuz. True?

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Misleading / probably false. There is evidence that U.S.-coordinated shipping operations used an existing or makeshift route on the Omani side of the Strait after the main traffic-separation lanes were reportedly mined. That does not establish that the U.S. military dredged a new channel. bairdmaritime.com

The specific dredging claim appears to originate from an unverified OSINT report based on satellite imagery. It says the corridor was about 1,600 feet wide and 93 feet deep, but provides no official confirmation, navigational notice, engineering records, or independently corroborated imagery. hamerintel.com

The strait is already naturally deep in much of the Omani-side area, and maritime analyses describe alternative routes there that can accommodate large tankers without implying recent U.S. dredging. strausscenter.org

Verdict: Treat the statement as unconfirmed and likely a conflation of U.S.-assisted use/security of an Omani-side route with the creation of a newly dredged lane.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #180 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 09:47 am »
The U.S. military quietly dredged a new shipping lane on the Omani side of the Strait of Hormuz. True?

GTP 5.6 Luna:

Misleading / probably false. There is evidence that U.S.-coordinated shipping operations used an existing or makeshift route on the Omani side of the Strait after the main traffic-separation lanes were reportedly mined. That does not establish that the U.S. military dredged a new channel. bairdmaritime.com

The specific dredging claim appears to originate from an unverified OSINT report based on satellite imagery. It says the corridor was about 1,600 feet wide and 93 feet deep, but provides no official confirmation, navigational notice, engineering records, or independently corroborated imagery. hamerintel.com

The strait is already naturally deep in much of the Omani-side area, and maritime analyses describe alternative routes there that can accommodate large tankers without implying recent U.S. dredging. strausscenter.org

Verdict: Treat the statement as unconfirmed and likely a conflation of U.S.-assisted use/security of an Omani-side route with the creation of a newly dredged lane.

So fake news. Figures.

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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #181 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 12:15 pm »
I don't know who you're insulting more; Khamenei or McConnell.   :shrug:   I'm surprised with his gayness the Iranians haven't disposed of him themselves.
Maybe they have. It would be incredibly convenient to have a deceased but prominent figurehead who would decree whatever you wanted him to if you were running the IRGC (and the country). Kinda like an Iranian Biden, only Biden was at least clinically alive.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #182 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 12:16 pm »
So fake news. Figures.
The dredging part may be fake, but if the ships are getting through, it's good news.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #183 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 12:25 pm »
US forces strike Iranian missile launchers on Larak Island

U.S. forces struck two Iranian missile launchers on Larak Island earlier Sunday, a U.S. official told Fox News.

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) forces were observed preparing to launch rockets and deploy sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, the official said.

Last week, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) completed an operation to clear sea mines from the strait’s international shipping routes.

U.S. forces are monitoring the area closely and remain prepared to protect the free flow of commerce through this essential waterway, the official added.

This came as Iran’s Fars News Agency also reported an explosion near the island in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, according to Reuters...........

https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/iran-news-trump-war-israel-hormuz-august-30
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #184 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 12:42 pm »
US forces strike Iranian missile launchers on Larak Island

U.S. forces struck two Iranian missile launchers on Larak Island earlier Sunday, a U.S. official told Fox News.

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) forces were observed preparing to launch rockets and deploy sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, the official said.

Last week, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) completed an operation to clear sea mines from the strait’s international shipping routes.

U.S. forces are monitoring the area closely and remain prepared to protect the free flow of commerce through this essential waterway, the official added.

This came as Iran’s Fars News Agency also reported an explosion near the island in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, according to Reuters.

Fox News' Liz Friden contributed to this report.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #185 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 12:42 pm »
Iran vows response to US attack on Larak Island

Iran's Revolutionary Guards (IRCG) claimed Sunday that the U.S. strike on Larak Island killed and wounded several Iranian fighters and civilians.

The guards also vowed to respond and punish those responsible, state broadcaster IRIB reported, according to Reuters.

The IRGC did not provide a precise casualty toll, Reuters reported.

According to the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), the IRGC said in a statement that the “terrorist enemy's aggression on Larak Island will be met with punishment for the aggressor.”

“The American-Zionist adversary, once more acting out of frustration over its domestic challenges and waning influence in the region, aims to resurrect its malevolent presence and sway public perception,” the statement read.
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« Reply #186 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 12:44 pm »
US forces strike Iranian missile launchers on Larak Island

U.S. forces struck two Iranian missile launchers on Larak Island earlier Sunday, a U.S. official told Fox News.

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) forces were observed preparing to launch rockets and deploy sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, the official said.

Last week, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) completed an operation to clear sea mines from the strait’s international shipping routes.

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This came as Iran’s Fars News Agency also reported an explosion near the island in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, according to Reuters.

Fox News' Liz Friden contributed to this report.
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Lol ... there seems to be an echo ....   pointing-up
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« Reply #188 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 01:17 pm »
Pentagon Strikes Iranian Island Target, In First US Military Action In Weeks
 
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Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 - 04:15 PM
Update(1615ET): Things have been quiet for many days and weeks on the military front when it comes to the Iran war, but on Sunday there are some emerging reports of new but limited US strikes. According to the latest late Sunday from Axios:

Senior American official: Earlier today, American forces attacked two Iranian launchers on Larzac Island. Revolutionary Guard forces were observed preparing to launch rockets carrying sea mines toward the Strait of Hormuz.

So despite the White House signaling a move away from military action and toward the economic warfare front, it's also clear that more sporadic tit-for-tat blows could follow. But Trump has lately made clear that military options are still on the table, and strikes will be utilized as needed.

https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iranian-gasoline-shortages-grow-us-blockade-bites
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« Reply #189 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 02:51 pm »

So despite the White House signaling a move away from military action and toward the economic warfare front, it's also clear that more sporadic tit-for-tat blows could follow. But Trump has lately made clear that military options are still on the table, and strikes will be utilized as needed.
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Obviously this indicates that President Trump isn't done and he's not going to reveal nor show his hand. 
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #192 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 03:55 pm »

https://twitter.com/GuntherEagleman/status/2094192168294392264

President Trump started this and he needs to finish it! The Iranian fanatics are never going to make a genuine deal and never going to keep their word even if they make a flimsy deal.

Get on with it, Donald!
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« Reply #193 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 04:17 pm »
Ok... I'm impressed if that's true.

Not a criticism of Trump... if we can build that in a month why does it take 20 years to build a high speed rail line?

Yeah, it's amazing what the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and U.S. Navy Seabees can do in a warzone, without the environmental regulatory 'Gordian Knot' they have to contend with here inside the U.S.

Very impressive IF true.
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Re: Live Thread: War With Iran Continues #7
« Reply #194 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 04:25 pm »
Ok... I'm impressed if that's true.
 
Not a criticism of Trump... if we can build that in a month why does it take 20 years to build a high speed rail line?

The high speed rail line is in Cali.  Nuff said....
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« Reply #195 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 04:26 pm »
So despite the White House signaling a move away from military action and toward the economic warfare front, it's also clear that more sporadic tit-for-tat blows could follow. But Trump has lately made clear that military options are still on the table, and strikes will be utilized as needed.
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Obviously this indicates that President Trump isn't done and he's not going to reveal nor show his hand.
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« Reply #196 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 04:29 pm »
Iran marks Islamic Unity Week with call for nations to confront the US

Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei issued a statement marking Islamic Unity Week on Sunday, calling on Islamic countries across the Middle East to confront the "real enemy."

The written statement was posted to Khamenei's Telegram account, saying division among Islamic countries only helps Islam's enemies.

“My emphatic and repeated recommendation ⁠to the rulers of Islamic countries, especially the countries of West Asia ‌and the Gulf, is ​to identify your real enemy, ‌understand his plan and confront it,” ​Khamenei wrote.

He went on to argue that all Gulf Arab states should be "united under the flag of Islam."
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So Iran bombs its neighbors then calls for unity?

Are these guys Democrats?
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« Reply #197 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 04:59 pm »
The dredging part may be fake, but if the ships are getting through, it's good news.

Agreed. I'd be in favor of another canal at this point.

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« Reply #198 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 06:13 pm »
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Multiple explosions at the Muwaffaq Salti US base in Jordan minutes ago, the first target.
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« Reply #199 on: Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 06:46 pm »
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BREAKING: Iran is launching ballistic missiles from all over the country, in a large-scale wave. So far, Tehran, Karaj, East Azerbaijan, Urmia, West Azerbaijan, Zanjan, Shiraz, Lorestan and Khorramabad.

Multiple explosions at the Muwaffaq Salti US base in Jordan minutes ago, the first target.
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