BlockBeats News, March 13th, Latest Developments in the US-Iran Conflict:
Iran:
Iran:
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah issued first statement: Will not abandon revenge, the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed, and new fronts will be opened when necessary.
Media revealed two Indian oil tankers approved to pass through Hormuz, Iranian sources denied this.
Iranian diplomats stated that some vessels from certain countries are allowed to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. Many vessels can still pass through the strait if coordinated with the Iranian navy. No mines have been laid.
US:
Trump stated that the US is the top oil producer, and when oil prices rise, we can make a lot of money.
US Treasury Secretary Benson: US Navy or international coalition escorting oil tankers has always been part of our plan. We believe that once military conditions permit, we will immediately escort vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
US Media: Trump administration plans to temporarily suspend the Jones Act to stabilize oil prices.
CME Warning: US government intervention in the oil futures market would trigger an epic disaster.
Israel:
Israeli Defense Forces stated that they have destroyed two-thirds of Iran's ballistic missile launchers.
Israeli military said they have started a large-scale attack on Tehran.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: We have struck more Iranian nuclear scientists; we aim to prevent Iran from moving its nuclear and ballistic missile programs underground.
