Trump Threatens Iran With Very Hard Strikes Over 1 FlyDubai Incident as Hormuz Risks Stay Severe
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Updated · Fox News · Oct 2
Trump Threatens Iran With Very Hard Strikes Over 1 FlyDubai Incident as Hormuz Risks Stay Severe
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Oct 2
Summary
Trump said Iran would be hit “very hard” if investigators confirm the regime was behind the suspected hijacking attempt on a FlyDubai flight bound for Tel Aviv.
The plane was diverted to Saudi Arabia after the pilot was allegedly stabbed by his co-pilot in the cockpit, and Trump said briefings suggest a possible Iranian link while the investigation continues.
UKMTO said the Strait of Hormuz threat remains severe, warning hostile action is highly likely and reporting a tanker was struck Friday by an unknown projectile, causing a small fire and blackout.
G7 countries agreed to release 100 million barrels over 4 months — including an early diesel surge — as the U.S.-Iran war keeps energy markets volatile.
The warning fits a wider escalation cycle: Iran claimed operational oversight of Hormuz, while the U.S. is reinforcing the region with forces due by late November.