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TRUE100% confidenceApr 13, 2026

Did US Navy warn of intercepting boats from Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz?

The US Navy and US Central Command issued a warning on April 13, 2026, stating that any vessel entering or departing Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz witho

🔍 UNVERIFIED35% confidenceApr 13, 2026

Did Iran call Trump on April 13 2026 wanting to make a deal?

No credible evidence confirms that Iran called President Trump on April 13, 2026 expressing willingness to make a deal. Search results show ongoing U.S.-Iran co

FALSE95% confidenceApr 13, 2026

Has US begun naval blockade of Iran?

No US naval blockade of Iran has begun; the post's claim of an official blockade restricting ships at Iranian ports is unsupported by Reuters or any credible so

TRUE95% confidenceApr 13, 2026

Did China warn US against intercepting its Iran energy ships?

China's Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun stated that Chinese commercial and naval ships continue to move freely through the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing Beiji

FALSE95% confidenceApr 13, 2026

Did Keir Starmer criticize Iran for Strait of Hormuz economic damage?

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer ruled out British involvement in the US naval blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz and emphasized de-escalation and

FALSE95% confidenceApr 13, 2026

Did China warn US not to block Chinese ships or face military consequences?

No direct Chinese warning to the US exists against blocking or intercepting Chinese ships or tankers with threats of military provocations. Recent PLA drills an

TRUE100% confidenceApr 13, 2026

Did Trump warn Iran about fast-attack ships and blockade?

President Trump posted on Truth Social warning that Iran's remaining fast-attack ships would be immediately eliminated if they approach the US Navy blockade of

⚠️ MISLEADING85% confidenceApr 13, 2026

Did Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun warn US over Strait of Hormuz?

Chinese Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun stated that China has trade and energy agreements with Iran and that Chinese naval vessels continue to operate through

FALSE95% confidenceApr 13, 2026

Is Iran weighing proposal to abandon uranium enrichment?

Iran's 10-point plan demands US acceptance of its uranium enrichment rights as a condition for ending the conflict, while the US insists on Iran abandoning enri

⚠️ MISLEADING95% confidenceApr 13, 2026

Did US begin blockade of all ships in Strait of Hormuz?

The US began a blockade on April 13, 2026, targeting only ships entering or exiting Iranian ports, explicitly not impeding vessels transiting the Strait of Horm

TRUE95% confidenceApr 12, 2026

Did Iranian Parliament Speaker say Iran will not submit to threats?

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned on April 6, 2026, that Iran will not yield to US threats from President Trump, stating further escala

🔍 UNVERIFIED40% confidenceApr 12, 2026

Did Trump say his post about wiping out Iranian civilization brought Iran to the table?

No direct evidence confirms President Trump stated that his social media post threatening to wipe out Iranian civilization specifically brought Iran to the nego

TRUE100% confidenceApr 12, 2026

Did Trump order Navy to interdict vessels paying tolls to Iran?

US President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social on April 12, 2026, stating he instructed the Navy to seek and interdict every vessel in international waters th

FALSE95% confidenceApr 12, 2026

Did Trump order Navy to blockade Strait of Hormuz?

President Trump announced US military operations to clear Iranian sea mines from the Strait of Hormuz using Navy ships and drones, not a blockade of ships enter

TRUE100% confidenceApr 12, 2026

Did Trump say he will not allow Iran to impose fees on Strait of Hormuz ships?

President Trump warned Iran on Truth Social on April 10, 2026, against charging fees to tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz, stating 'There are reports that

TRUE95% confidenceApr 12, 2026

Did Pakistan negotiations with Iran fail?

Negotiations between US and Iran delegations in Islamabad, Pakistan, failed to reach an agreement on Saturday, with Iran rejecting US terms as irrational and VP

TRUE100% confidenceApr 11, 2026

Did Trump announce US clearing sea mines from Strait of Hormuz?

President Trump announced on Truth Social that the US has begun clearing sea mines from the Strait of Hormuz, with US Central Command confirming two warships tr

TRUE95% confidenceApr 11, 2026

Did Iran threaten force against US ships in Strait of Hormuz?

Iran issued warnings via state media and officials that any unauthorized US military ships attempting to enter the Strait of Hormuz would be attacked within 30

⚠️ MISLEADING95% confidenceApr 11, 2026

Did Starmer confirm coordinating with Trump on 30-nation coalition for Hormuz?

UK PM Keir Starmer confirmed discussing military options and logistics for the Strait of Hormuz with US President Trump, and building a coalition of over 30 cou

TRUE95% confidenceApr 11, 2026

Did CNN report China preparing weapons package to Iran?

CNN reported U.S. intelligence assessments indicating China is preparing to send air defense systems and MANPADS to Iran amid fragile ceasefire talks, citing th

🔍 UNVERIFIED35% confidenceApr 11, 2026

Has Trump increased weapons volume and quality to Ukraine compared to Biden?

The search results provided do not contain sufficient information to verify the specific claims about Trump's weapons policy toward Ukraine as of April 2026. Wh

FALSE85% confidenceApr 10, 2026

Is Iran unable to reopen the Strait of Hormuz because it cannot find its deployed mines?

The New York Times and U.S. intelligence reports indicate Iran has been actively laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz as a deterrent strategy, but there is no e

TRUE95% confidenceApr 10, 2026

Are France and Italy negotiating with Iran for Strait of Hormuz transit?

France and Italy have initiated diplomatic talks with Iran to secure safe passage for their ships through the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating West Asia tension

⚠️ MISLEADING95% confidenceApr 10, 2026

Did Iran promise to fully reopen Strait of Hormuz after US war?

Iran agreed to allow safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz for two weeks under a fragile ceasefire via coordination with its armed forces, but not a full un

TRUE95% confidenceApr 10, 2026

Did Iran accuse Israel and the U.S. of violating Trump's ceasefire with Hezbollah in Lebanon?

The TikTok video claims Iran accused Israel of violating a conditional ceasefire by continuing war with Hezbollah in Lebanon, and accused the U.S. of violating

TRUE95% confidenceApr 9, 2026

Did Trump announce a two-week ceasefire with Iran?

The TikTok claims Trump announced a two-week double-sided ceasefire with Iran shortly before an 8 p.m. ET deadline, at the urging of Middle Eastern leaders, mar

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How does TruthRadar handle conflict misinformation and propaganda?

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