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🚀 U.S. President Trump Announces Measures Against Iranian Oil Sales On April 13, U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to block Iranian oil sales due to Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz. According to BlockBeats, Trump stated that the world relies on the United States for oil, and measures will be implemented at 10 p.m. UTC+8 to prevent Iran from selling oil. Other countries are cooperating to ensure the effectiveness of these measures. Trump highlighted that numerous ships are arriving in the U.S. to refuel and transport oil without passing through the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting a resolution to the issue. He emphasized that the world depends on the U.S. for oil, and due to the "Drill, Baby, Drill" campaign, the U.S. has increased its oil reserves, surpassing the combined reserves of Russia and Saudi Arabia. Ships are now refueling in the U.S., avoiding the need to traverse the Strait of Hormuz. #Trump#Iran#Oil#StraitOfHormuz#USPolitics#EnergySecurity#Sanctions#InternationalRelations

🚀 PRECIOUS METALS | Gold Prices Drop 2% Following U.S. Naval Blockade Order Gold prices fell by 2% to approximately $4,650 per ounce after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. According to Jin10, this decision came after peace talks between the U.S. and Iran failed over the weekend in Pakistan, unable to convert a fragile ceasefire into lasting peace following six weeks of conflict in the Middle East. The surge in energy prices has heightened inflation risks, increasing the likelihood that central banks may delay rate cuts or even raise rates. This development poses a bearish factor for non-yielding gold, which typically benefits when borrowing costs are lower. #Gold#PreciousMetals#GoldPrices#USPolitics#NavalBlockade#StraitOfHormuz#Inflation#EnergyPrices#InterestRates#MiddleEastConflict

🚀 John Bolton Advocates for Blockade Following Failed Iran Peace Talks Former U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton has suggested that a blockade could be a sensible approach after peace negotiations with Iran did not succeed. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting Bolton's comments made during a discussion with journalists Eena Ruffini and Tim Steno. Bolton's remarks come amid ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran, following unsuccessful diplomatic efforts to resolve disputes. The former advisor's stance reflects a more aggressive strategy in dealing with Iran, as diplomatic channels have yet to yield positive results. #JohnBolton#Iran#USIranRelations#Blockade#Diplomacy#PeaceTalks#InternationalRelations#MiddleEast#USPolitics#ForeignPolicy

🚀 U.S. President Trump to Address Economic Issues in Oval Office Interview U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to participate in an interview at the Oval Office on April 12. According to BlockBeats, the interview will take place between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, which corresponds to 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. UTC+8 on Thursday. During the session, President Trump is expected to address various economic issues. #Trump#USPolitics#Economy#OvalOffice#Interview#EconomicIssues

🚀 U.S. President Trump Predicts Future Decline in Oil and Gas Prices U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that oil and gas prices are expected to decrease once the current situation stabilizes. According to Odaily, he mentioned that these prices might fluctuate slightly before the midterm elections, potentially being lower or slightly higher. #Trump#OilPrices#GasPrices#Energy#USPolitics#MidtermElections

🚀 U.S. President Trump Expects Iran to Return to Negotiations U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that Iran has not yet left the negotiation table. According to Odaily, he anticipates that they will return and provide everything the U.S. desires. #Trump#Iran#Negotiations#USPolitics#Diplomacy

🚀 U.S. President Trump Announces Plans to Secure Hormuz Strait U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to secure the Hormuz Strait, stating that the process will take some time. According to Odaily, Trump mentioned that clearing the strait will not be a lengthy task and described recent talks with Iran as 'very friendly.' NATO has expressed willingness to assist in maintaining the security of the Hormuz Strait. Trump believes that many countries will support these efforts, and additional traditional minesweepers are being deployed. The United Kingdom and other nations are also sending minesweepers to aid in this initiative. #Trump#HormuzStrait#NATO#Iran#Security#Minesweepers#USPolitics#InternationalRelations

🚀 Trump Reaffirms Iran's Nuclear Ambitions as a Red Line U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated his stance on Iran's nuclear ambitions, emphasizing it as a red line. According to BlockBeats, Trump stated that he received a comprehensive briefing from Vice President Vance, Special Envoy Whitcoff, and Kushner regarding the meeting in Islamabad. The discussions with Iran extended from early morning until late at night, lasting nearly 20 hours. Trump expressed that while he could elaborate on the meeting's details and the numerous achievements, the critical issue remains Iran's unwillingness to abandon its nuclear ambitions. He noted that the consensus reached in many areas was preferable to continuing military actions until the end. However, he stressed that these agreements are insignificant compared to the risk of nuclear power being in the hands of unpredictable individuals. Trump reiterated his long-standing position that Iran will never possess nuclear weapons, a stance he has maintained for many years. #Trump#Iran#NuclearAmbitions#RedLine#USPolitics#InternationalRelations#Diplomacy#NuclearWeapons#MiddleEast

🚀 Tether-Linked PAC Makes Initial Expenditure Ahead of 2026 U.S. Midterm Elections A political action committee associated with Tether, Fellowship PAC, has made its first expenditure ahead of the 2026 U.S. Congressional midterm elections. According to Odaily, the PAC paid approximately $300,000 to Nxum Group, a company co-founded by Bo Hines, to provide advertising services for Republican candidates. Bo Hines currently serves as the head of Tether's U.S. operations and previously worked as a digital asset policy advisor in U.S. President Donald Trump's administration. Jesse Spiro, the chairman of Fellowship PAC, is also affiliated with Tether US. Public records indicate that Nxum Group was established by Bo Hines and his partners. This transaction coincides with the PAC's initial expenditure report submission to the U.S. Federal Election Commission (FEC). Although Fellowship PAC has announced plans to invest up to $100 million in support of crypto-friendly candidates, its current account disclosures show nearly zero funds. Under U.S. campaign finance regulations, political committees can pay affiliated entities for services, provided they adhere to the "fair market price" principle. This has sparked discussions about potential conflicts of interest. Fellowship PAC has begun targeted advertising and candidate support in Republican elections, positioning itself as a new political influence tool for the crypto industry in the 2026 election cycle. However, questions remain regarding the transparency of its funding sources and operations. #Tether#FellowshipPAC#2026Midterms#USPolitics#CampaignFinance#CryptoPolitics#BoHines#RepublicanCandidates#PoliticalActionCommittee#ElectionAdvertising#CryptoInfluence#FEC#PoliticalFunding#ConflictOfInterest#NxumGroup

🚀 Maybank Strategist: US-Iran Talks Failure Could Boost US Dollar According to NS3.AI, Maybank strategist Fiona Lim indicated that the unsuccessful US-Iran negotiations might provide upward momentum for the US dollar as trading begins on Monday. Lim noted that several Asian currencies, particularly those from net energy-importing countries, had already shown signs of weakening last Friday and could remain under pressure throughout the week. #USD#USIran#Forex#CurrencyMarket#AsianCurrencies#USPolitics#EconomicOutlook

🚀 Iran Nuclear Talks Fail as Tensions Impact Crypto Markets U.S. Vice President Vance announced that after 21 hours of negotiations, no agreement was reached with Iran, which refused to abandon its nuclear weapons program. According to BlockBeats, U.S. President Donald Trump had previously warned that failure in talks would lead to 'total destruction' of Iran. The ongoing conflict has caused volatility in the crypto market for weeks, compounded by tariff disputes, with Bitcoin dropping below $70,000 earlier this month. Analysts had predicted that a successful agreement could push Bitcoin to $80,000, while a breakdown might see it fall to $65,000. On the bullish side, data from on-chain wallets indicate that the largest Bitcoin holders, known as whales, have continued to buy during the peak of geopolitical turmoil rather than sell. Their reasoning is that if the conflict escalates, disrupting oil supplies from the Persian Gulf, rising oil prices and inflation could delay Federal Reserve rate cuts, benefiting scarce assets like Bitcoin and gold. Conversely, Peter Schiff, a gold trader and long-time Bitcoin skeptic, argues that as tensions rise, investors will flee Bitcoin for gold. Schiff predicts a Bitcoin 'collapse,' asserting that gold is the only true safe haven during wartime, and suggests that insiders may be profiting from market fluctuations driven by conflict news. If Trump follows through on his 'total destruction' threat, both stock and crypto markets are likely to experience simultaneous sell-offs. In terms of future developments, Vice President Vance maintained a firm stance at a press conference but did not rule out further negotiations. The Iranian parliamentary speaker demanded a ceasefire in Lebanon and the unfreezing of assets before engaging in formal talks. For Bitcoin traders, the next 72 hours hinge on two critical issues: whether a ceasefire agreement can be sustained and if Trump will escalate the conflict. Meanwhile, whale wallets continue to buy at current prices, indicating that some large investors are betting on stabilization of the situation. #IranNuclearTalks#CryptoMarket#Bitcoin#GeopoliticalRisk#Trump#OilPrices#Inflation#Gold#MarketVolatility#WhaleInvesting#MiddleEastConflict#Lebanon#USPolitics#BTC

🚀 Trump Criticizes Media Credibility and Comments on Iran's Military Status U.S. President Donald Trump has criticized the credibility of what he terms 'fake news media,' asserting that they inaccurately portray Iran as winning. According to ChainCatcher, Trump claims that Iran is actually facing significant losses. He stated that Iran's navy and air force have been dismantled, its air defense systems are ineffective, and its radar systems are inoperative. Additionally, missile and drone factories, along with the missiles and drones themselves, have largely been destroyed. Trump emphasized that Iran's long-standing leaders are no longer in power, leaving the country with little more than threats involving mines. Trump further mentioned that Iran's 28 mine-laying boats have been sunk, and efforts are underway to clear the Strait of Hormuz. He noted that this action benefits many countries, including Japan, South Korea, France, and Germany, which have not taken similar steps themselves. Interestingly, Trump observed that empty oil tankers from various countries are now heading to the United States to load oil. #Trump#MediaCredibility#FakeNews#IranMilitary#IranNavalForces#StraitOfHormuz#InternationalRelations#OilTankers#USPolitics#MiddleEast