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US Vows 'Hell' for Iran if Strait of Hormuz Remains Shut
President Donald Trump threatened to unleash 'hell' on Iran unless it reopens the Strait of Hormuz by April 7, vital for one-fifth of global oil and gas. US special forces rescued a wounded F-15 weapons officer in a daring mission deep in Iran on April 5, following the jet's downing on April 3. The pilot was rescued separately, amid a war that shut the strait five weeks ago.
US Special Forces Conduct High-Risk Rescue in Iran
Trump described the April 5 rescue of the F-15 weapons officer in a mountainous Iranian area as one of the most daring US missions in history. The airman, wounded in the April 3 shootdown, is expected to recover fully. This operation underscores escalating US-Iran hostilities linked to the Hormuz blockade.
China Offers to Cooperate with Russia on Middle East De-escalation
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi told Russia's Sergei Lavrov on April 5 that Beijing is ready to work together to ease Middle East tensions. The call, at Lavrov's request, emphasized upholding fairness on major issues, per state media. This signals coordinated Sino-Russian diplomacy amid regional war.
Explosives Discovered Near Serbia-Hungary Gas Pipeline
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced on April 5 that army and police found two backpacks of explosives near a key gas pipeline to Hungary. Hungary's PM Viktor Orban called an emergency meeting in response. Opposition leader Peter Magyar alleged it might be a 'false flag' ahead of Hungary's April 12 elections.
Trump Issues New Threat to Iran Over Strait of Hormuz
In a social media post laden with expletives, Trump demanded Iran reopen the Hormuz waterway, closed for five weeks due to ongoing war. The strait handles around 20% of world oil and gas supplies, threatening global economy. This follows the US airman's rescue and intensifies confrontation.
Lebanon's President Calls for Negotiations to End Israel-Hezbollah Fighting
Lebanon's President urged negotiations to halt clashes between Israel and Hezbollah, as reported in global bulletins. This plea comes amid broader Middle East instability, including Iran-related tensions. Diplomatic efforts aim to prevent further escalation in the region.
Iran Shoots Down US F-15 Jet, Prompting Rescues
An American F-15 was downed over Iran on April 3, leading to the rescue of both pilot and weapons officer. The weapons officer's extraction on April 5 was announced by Trump as a historic success. Incident fuels US vows of severe retaliation if Hormuz stays closed.
Hungary's Orban Holds Emergency Meeting on Pipeline Threat
Following Serbia's report of explosives near the gas pipeline, PM Viktor Orban convened an urgent session. The discovery raises sabotage fears amid energy security concerns for Europe. It occurs just before Hungary's critical April 12 elections.
China-Russia Phone Call Focuses on Middle East Fairness
Wang Yi stressed to Lavrov that China and Russia should maintain fairness on principle issues during their April 5 discussion. Beijing's state media highlighted willingness for joint de-escalation efforts. This aligns with growing great-power involvement in the crisis.
Global Oil Flows at Risk as Hormuz Blockade Persists
The Strait of Hormuz shutdown, ongoing for five weeks, endangers world economy by disrupting 20% of oil and gas transit. Trump's April 5 ultimatum sets April 7 deadline for reopening. US military actions signal readiness for escalation.