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Few will mourn leader of ‘evil’ regime Ali Khamenei, says UK defence secretary
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politics20h ago

Few will mourn leader of ‘evil’ regime Ali Khamenei, says UK defence secretary

  • Healey brands Iran as a growing threat and says the regime is lashing out across the region.
  • Healey calls Iran’s leadership 'evil' and accuses it of funding terror and proxy wars.
  • UK distances itself from US-Israeli strikes but vows defensive action to protect citizens.
  • Healey mentions Iran’s alleged involvement in terrorist plots against the UK.
  • UK political figures react: some accuse the strikes of breaching international law.
  • Opposition leaders urge stronger support for the US-Israel operation.
  • Reform UK’s Nigel Farage urged backing the US in this conflict.
  • The article highlights ongoing debates over the legality and reach of military action.
  • Healey confirms UK air defenses are active to protect nationals in the region.
  • The piece situates Khamenei's death in the context of US-Israeli airstrikes.
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Why the 24 mile wide Strait of Hormuz is so important in the war with Iran
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world16h ago

Why the 24 mile wide Strait of Hormuz is so important in the war with Iran

  • The Strait of Hormuz handles about 21 million barrels of oil daily, making it a critical global trade chokepoint.
  • Iran could use mines, fast attack vessels and missiles to disrupt and potentially endanger passing ships.
  • Analysts say Iran could pursue targeted harassment of specific ships rather than a full closure.
  • A full closure would risk angering major customers like China and other oil producers in the region.
  • The waterway’s importance stems from its role as the main path for many oil shipments from Gulf producers.
  • Analysts link higher oil prices to potential blockades or disruptions in Hormuz.
  • Small anchorages have increased near Hormuz amid tensions, raising concerns about stability.
  • Analysts warn an extreme move could provoke a broader geopolitical response.
  • Experts emphasize that the Strait’s control remains a battlefield concern for global economies.
  • The United Nations and IMF context is cited for broader inflation and economic impact.
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