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Trump reinstates “Maximum Pressure” campaign on Iran

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12 months ago

February 5, 2025

President Trump Signs Tough Executive Order Targeting Iran’s Oil Exports as Bipartisan Lawmakers Push for Stronger Measures

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order reinstating a “maximum pressure” campaign against Iran, a move that coincided with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s high-profile visit to the White House.

The order, announced Tuesday, directs the U.S. Treasury Department to impose strict economic sanctions aimed at crippling Iran’s vital oil exports, a key source of revenue for the regime.

Trump admitted he was “torn” about the decision, describing the executive order as “very tough on Iran,” but emphasized it’s designed to deter further escalation in the region.

“Hopefully, we’re not going to have to use it very much,” he told reporters, signaling that while the measures are severe, diplomacy remains an option.

The renewed sanctions come as bipartisan lawmakers in Congress push for even stronger actions.

Senators Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) and John Fetterman (D-Pa.) introduced a resolution affirming that all options—including military force—should remain on the table to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

Josh Hasten, Middle East correspondent for JNS and co-host of the Jerusalem Minute podcast joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

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Ukraine and Russia set for U.S.-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi

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19 hours ago

February 2, 2026

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed that new peace talks with Russia will take place in Abu Dhabi later this week. The discussions are part of U.S.-led efforts to find a path toward ending the ongoing war.

Zelenskyy emphasised that Ukraine is prepared for meaningful dialogue aimed at achieving peace. The announcement comes after weeks of uncertainty over the timing of the meeting.

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff described prior discussions with Russian officials as productive, though major disagreements over territorial issues remain unresolved.

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Tensions rise as Iran threatens conflict and U.S. increases naval forces

Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

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21 hours ago

February 2, 2026

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Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

Iran has warned of a potential regional conflict if the U.S. launches an attack, while labelling European armies as terrorists. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei insisted that threats from President Trump will not intimidate the Iranian people.

The U.S. has ramped up its naval presence in the Middle East in response to mounting threats, amid speculation over Iran’s next moves. Iranian officials have denied claims of imminent naval exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, adding to global uncertainty.

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Carlos Alcaraz becomes youngest man to complete career Grand Slam

Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

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21 hours ago

February 2, 2026

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Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

Carlos Alcaraz has stunned the tennis world by winning the Australian Open, becoming the youngest man to complete a Career Grand Slam at just 22 years old.

The world number one beat Novak Djokovic in a thrilling four-set match, finishing 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5. Djokovic missed out on claiming his 25th Grand Slam title. To mark the milestone, Alcaraz revealed he plans to add a new tattoo of a kangaroo on his leg, joining his existing Eiffel Tower and Wimbledon strawberry tattoos.

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