Crypto HeadlinesUS and Iran: Military Threats and Diplomacy
The White House has instructed the Pentagon to prepare options for strikes on Iran before the midterm elections on November 3. Donald Trump allows for the start of a new military operation, despite the risk of retaliatory attacks and rising oil prices (The Atlantic)
The IRGC threatened to block additional routes in the Strait of Hormuz (Reuters)
Attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz have reached their highest level since the war began. At least 12 incidents were recorded in one week (Reuters)
Iran will transmit its response to US proposals for conflict resolution through intermediaries. An Iranian Foreign Ministry representative confirmed that diplomatic contacts will continue (IRNA)
Iran and Oman are holding consultations on restoring security in the Strait of Hormuz (IRNA)
The US has demanded that Iran substantially reduce uranium enrichment to end the war. Vice President JD Vance stated that Washington will not be satisfied with promises to limit its nuclear program in the future (Reuters)
