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Iran's Khamenei Threatens U.S. Warships Amid Nuclear Talks

2/20/2026

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Khamenei Threatens Warships

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei threatened to sink U.S. warships amid ongoing nuclear talks.
The warning comes as the United States seeks a new deal after withdrawing from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Indirect talks produced proposals addressing Iran's nuclear program and economic benefits.
The situation remains tense as U.S. military presence grows.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demands the deal cover Iran's ballistic missile supply.

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He said Iran will pursue confidence-building measures but gave no specifics.
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Ayatollah Khamenei threatened U.S. warships.
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Khamenei Threatens Warships

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei threatened to sink U.S. warships amid ongoing nuclear talks.
The warning comes as the United States seeks a new deal after withdrawing from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Indirect talks produced proposals addressing Iran's nuclear program and economic benefits.
The situation remains tense as U.S. military presence grows.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demands the deal cover Iran's ballistic missile supply.

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