Iran is 'emboldened and confident' despite Trump threats, former US defence secretary says | The National
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Source: The National (UAE)
Published: 2026-08-10 04:01 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 90
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Middle East, Military & Defence, Iran, World News, US Politics, War & Conflict
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Iran's latest demands for opening the Strait of Hormuz show country's rulers feel emboldened by their position in the continuing war with the US, a former US defence secretary said.
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