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Explainer: Why many Iranians consider Soleimani a ‘martyr’
Shiism as a separate sect of Islam was born of political assassinations.
By Deina Abdelkader, University of Massachusetts Lowell
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Will the Dutch ditch US-led Persian Gulf security ops?
Discussions about the possible security mission come after U.S. President Donald Trump pulled Washington out of Tehran's nuclear deal.
By Mike Corder, The Associated Press
US blocks release of Iranian tanker held at Gibraltar
Britain's Foreign Office said in a statement that the "investigations conducted around the Grace 1 are a matter for the government of Gibraltar" and that it couldn't comment further.
By Jon Gambrell, The Associated Press
Video from Iran shows Guard warning away UK warship
The Iranian officer is then heard saying: "Don't put your life in danger."
By Aya Batrawy, The Associated Press
Saudi crown prince accuses rival Iran of tanker attacks
Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said in remarks published Sunday that the kingdom will not hesitate to confront threats to its security and joined the U.S. in accusing its bitter rival Iran of being behind the attacks on two vessels traveling near the Strait of Hormuz, a vital trade route for Arabian energy exports in Asia.
By Aya Batrawy, The Associated Press
Why does the world look at an aircraft carrier as a barometer for Gulf tensions?
In December, about 30 Iranian Revolutionary Guard vessels trailed the aircraft carrier John C. Stennis and its strike group through the strait as Associated Press journalists on board watched.
By Jon Gambrell, The Associated Press