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Trump hints US expects Iran response after tanker strikes and Lebanon talks set for May 14 and 15
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Published on 9 May 2026
Pentagon video shows tanker strikes in the Strait of Hormuz
US President Trump said the US is “supposedly” expecting Iran’s response after its peace proposal, while Secretary of State Rubio said a reply is expected Friday. The Pentagon released video of US strikes on Iranian oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Iran’s foreign minister criticized US military actions as undermining diplomacy, as Israel-Lebanon talks are scheduled for May 14–15.
- Trump signals an expected Iranian response to a proposed peace plan
- Rubio says the response is anticipated on Friday
- Pentagon released footage of US strikes on Iranian oil tankers
- Israel-Lebanon talks planned for May 14–15 amid rising tensions
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