War & Conflict Fact-Checks — Is It True?

Did China send aid to Gaza?

China has sent multiple batches of humanitarian aid to Gaza since October 2023, including four shipments by March 2025 and additional food parcels via Jordan in…

Did Trump say Iran war is over?

Trump stated the Iran war is "very close to being over" in a Fox Business interview, not that it is definitively over. He explicitly said the U.S. is "not finis…

Did Iran refuse talks on the Pakistan-led ceasefire?

The X post claims Iran officially told mediators it refuses to meet US officials in Islamabad, deeming US demands unacceptable, and that Pakistan-led ceasefire …

Did Khamenei agree to negotiate with the US?

The X post claims Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei has agreed to negotiate with the US and reach an agreement, framing it as the 'end of war.' While Israeli media report…

Are the US and Iran discussing a 45-day ceasefire plan?

The post claims the US and Iran are discussing a 45-day ceasefire plan. This is TRUE. Multiple authoritative sources including SCMP, AP News, and CBS News confi…

Did Iran accept a 2-week ceasefire from the new Supreme Leader?

The post claims Iran accepted a 2-week ceasefire approved by new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, per NYT — this is FALSE. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is still Supre…

Are more oil tankers now cruising through the Strait of Hormuz?

The post claims more oil tankers are cruising through the Strait of Hormuz right now, exactly like Trump said would happen during Iran negotiations. This is FAL…

Did Trump threaten to wipe out Iranian civilization?

President Trump threatened that 'a whole civilization will die tonight' if Iran did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by 8 p.m. Tuesday, as reported by multiple n…

Did Trump say the US and Iran may partner on Strait of Hormuz tolls?

The post claims President Trump said the US and Iran may launch a joint venture to charge tolls in the Strait of Hormuz. This is TRUE; Trump stated to ABC News …

Did the WHO suspend Gaza medical evacuations after a contractor killing?

The content claims WHO suspended Gaza medical evacuations after a contractor was killed by Israeli troops. This is TRUE: WHO confirmed suspending evacuations fo…

Did Iran say the ceasefire deal with the US was violated?

The post claims Iran says the ceasefire deal with the U.S. has been violated — this is TRUE. Iran's parliament speaker stated the ceasefire was violated, Irania…

Did Iran launch missiles on Tel Aviv hours after the ceasefire?

The post claims Iran launched nonstop missile barrages on Tel Aviv less than two hours after a ceasefire began, plus attacks on Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain.…

Is Iran demanding Bitcoin payment for Strait of Hormuz passage?

The post claims Iran is demanding ships pay a $1 per barrel oil toll in Bitcoin to pass the Strait of Hormuz, with payment in seconds or risk destruction. This …

Are Iran and Oman charging ships fees through the Strait of Hormuz?

The post claims Iran and Oman will charge ships fees to pass through the Strait of Hormuz during a 2-week ceasefire. This is MISLEADING because while the ceasef…

Did Iran say ceasefire acceptance doesn't end the war?

The post claims Iran says its acceptance of a ceasefire doesn’t mean an end to the war, which is TRUE. Gulf News and other sources report Iran's Supreme Nationa…

Did Trump announce suspension of US military strikes against Iran for two weeks?

The claim states that President Donald Trump announced a suspension of planned US military strikes against Iran for two weeks. However, I cannot access the spec…

Is Iran's supreme leader unconscious and unable to make decisions?

The post claims Iran’s supreme leader is unconscious and unable to be involved in any decision making, as reported by the New York Post. This is TRUE based on m…

Did Iran beg for a ceasefire according to Hegseth?

The Instagram post claims that Hegseth said Iran 'begged' for a ceasefire. While a YouTube video with this title exists, the search results provided do not cont…

Did Netanyahu reject Trump's ceasefire with Iran?

The post claims Netanyahu rejected Trump’s ceasefire and vowed to continue the war against Iran at any time. This is FALSE; Netanyahu supported Trump's suspensi…

Did Hezbollah shoot down US F-16 over Lebanon?

No American F-16 has been shot down by Hezbollah over Lebanon. The post misattributes an Iranian state media claim, but search results show only a 2018 incident…

Did Iran say it will not test US in Strait of Hormuz?

Iran has issued threats of retaliation against US military actions in the Strait of Hormuz, including warnings of 'firm and decisive response' to military vesse…

Did Iran back down after Trump's blockade warning?

The US began a naval blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz on April 13, 2026, with no major incidents reported yet, but Iran has condemned it as pir…

Did Trump order full naval blockade of Strait of Hormuz?

President Trump ordered a U.S. naval blockade targeting only ships entering or exiting Iranian ports starting April 13, 2026, explicitly not impeding freedom of…

Is Trump's Hormuz blockade costing Iran $400M daily?

No evidence supports Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade costing Iran $400 million daily or $13 billion monthly; Iranian oil exports are estimated at 1.5-1.7 mill…

Are Trump officials considering another Iran meeting before ceasefire ends?

Trump administration officials are weighing further negotiations with Iran following the collapse of recent talks in Islamabad, with U.S. demands including nucl…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 …

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…

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 …

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 …

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 …