Maritime intelligence warns of heightened risks for U.S.-flagged vessels in Persian Gulf as Iran threatens "immediate, all-out" response to any American military action.

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By Sam Li and Trixie Yap Jan 29 (Reuters) - Oil prices rose more than 1.5% in Asian trade, extending gains for a third day on Thursday, on increasing concerns the U.S. may carry out a military attack on key Middle Eastern producer Iran that could disrupt supply from the region.

The country cut off internet access on 8 January following a government crackdown on protesters.

The US and 40 partner countries convened in Prague to discuss the implementation of reimposed UNSCRs against Iran, focusing on its nuclear and ballistic missile activities.

By Samia Nakhoul, Humeyra Pamuk, Rami Ayyub and Parisa Hafezi DUBAI, Jan 29 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump is weighing options against Iran that include targeted strikes on security forces and leaders to inspire protesters,

A top adviser to Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Wednesday that any U.S. military action "will be considered" the start of war and a response "will be immediate." Ali Shamkhani, secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council,