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Tehran says "no concern" over Mecca defence pact as Trump says Washington handling Iran "calmly"
Iran says it is not worried about a joint defence agreement between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey signed in Mecca, while President Trump says Washington is handling the situation with Iran "calmly" through economic pressure.
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Houthi Claims Attack on Aramco Refinery in Jizan with Drones
Yemeni Houthi militia group claims to have attacked Aramco oil refinery in Jizan using drones, triggering a fire at the facility.
Six Dead in Red Sea Ship Attack; Iran Threatens to Keep Strait of Hormuz Closed
The internationally recognised Yemeni government reported six people killed in an attack on a ship in the Red Sea, while Iran maintains its threat to close the Strait of Hormuz.
US military fires on ship as Iran vows Strait of Hormuz stays closed
The US military has fired on a Panama-flagged vessel attempting to enter Iranian ports, while Iranian officials insist the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed unless Washington changes course and accepts Tehran's terms.
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey Sign Joint Defence Pact
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have signed a joint defence pact known as the Makkah Pact in Mecca last Friday, amid rising regional tensions.
