Trump says he bombed Iran

[CriticalStinker]

The wires coming out on this could paint the picture that a ceasefire is imminent, or not even happening.

The news on this has some of the most disparity of any major event in my life.

Unfortunately, I don’t think that we’re at the finish line. I have a sense that this is more to calm the markets before the next phase than to fake out Iran.

Hope I’m wrong though, and this madness ends soon.

[putnam6]

Time to roll out the discombobulator


https://x.com/ragipsoylu/status/2036808419890336251

[FlyersFan]

Time to roll out the discombobulator

  They want to be paid for 'damages'.   That's hilarious.  

[Kwaka]

Looks to be a regular accident.

You are entitled to your own opinion.

I do find it at least symbolic, if not more intentional that Both America and Russia sustained refinery damage with Trumps deceleration to target Energy Infrastructure in this war, a war crime under the Geneva terms of war.

How this has now extended into a 5 day pause, lot of concern in what kind of escalation will take place when the market closes for the weekend. Time will tell if a nothing burger or the globalist eugenics plan takes another step forward?

[putnam6]

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In a new interview, a Saudi political commentator makes two striking points:

Iran — not Israel — is the most destabilizing force in the region
If Saudi Arabia enters the war, its pact with Pakistan could activate

That means Pakistan could be pulled in — dramatically expanding the conflict.

The implication?
A potential alignment where Israel and Pakistan face the same enemy. Which, in of itself, is crazy.

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Many conflicted people are rooting for the Islamic Republic to survive.

Some, because they hate the US, Israel, and the West.

Some, because they hate Trump and Netanyahu.

Some, because they hate Reza Pahlavi more than they hate the regime.

Some, because they get paid to promote the regime.

Some, because they have business interests tied to the regime.

Some, because they staked their careers on betting against regime change.

Whatever the reason, they will loose their bets. The Islamic Republic will fall, because the Iranian people have the final say.

[CriticalStinker]

You are entitled to your own opinion.

I do find it at least symbolic, if not more intentional that Both America and Russia sustained refinery damage with Trumps deceleration to target Energy Infrastructure in this war, a war crime under the Geneva terms of war.

How this has now extended into a 5 day pause, lot of concern in what kind of escalation will take place when the market closes for the weekend. Time will tell if a nothing burger or the globalist eugenics plan takes another step forward?

It’s hard to say with everything going on, and there were drone reports around sensitive military sites recently.

That said, it reminds me of the train accident in Palestine Ohio. After that, every train derailment made national news. If you look up train accidents in the US by year, it’s a staggering figure.

2025 had 9 notable refinery incidents, and one happening now is big news even if it’s not war related because of the global supply crunch.

One write up I saw online made sense too, but it was a rando, so take with a grain of salt… during times of increased prices and decreased supply they’re going to run more shifts and increase the crew to capitalize. That means more new people and longer hours running more risk.

Neither scenario would surprise.

[andy06shake]

"Iran accuses the USA of negotiating with itself."  

It's a bad day, when you believe the Iranians...

[FlyersFan]

You are entitled to your own opinion.

It's not my 'opinion'.   It's a fact.   
Iran didn't come over to America and plant a bomb in a refinery in Texas.
It was a simple accident.  They happen.

[andy06shake]

Are you trying to claim that Iran went over to Texas, broke into the refinery, and released the petroleum based material into the refinery that caused the explosion?   Really?    Looks to be a regular accident.

And the two posters who 'liked' your comment.  Guess they think Iran snuck around the world and lit off a bomb in Texas too?    That's funny.

Yeah, sleeper cells are not a thing.

Iran doesn't have any of those in place...

And what they can get up to or achieve, in the shadows, is hardly what one would call funny.

It most likely is a mere accident at the refinery.

But you should expect incoming terrorist attacks on your own soil.

It's almost a guarantee, given that Trump took out their leaders and command structure.

Never mind the connection the nation has with terrorist operations.

Any new numbers stations mysteriously turn on or off since this war, not war, started?

https://www.wired.com/story/a-mysterious...-iran-war/
https://english.elpais.com/international...-iran.html

[putnam6]

This place is jumping at shadows... It's not a good look for denying ignorance

Isn't there enough real bullshit going on that we don't have to dwell on semi-possible bullshit?

Large industrial facilities like the Valero Port Arthur refinery (a major ~380,000–435,000 bpd site) almost certainly have extensive on-site security cameras, process monitoring cameras, and CCTV for safety, operations, and perimeter protection. These are standard in U.S. refineries due to regulations and the hazardous nature of the work.

Was the recent refinery explosion sabotage

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No, the recent refinery explosion was not sabotage. It occurred on March 23, 2026, at the Valero Energy refinery in Port Arthur, Texas (a major facility processing around 380,000–435,000 barrels per day). The incident involved an explosion and fire in a diesel hydrotreater unit (specifically tied to a fluid release that ignited, with officials pointing to a malfunctioning industrial heater).
Key Facts from Official Sources
• No injuries were reported among workers or residents.
• A shelter-in-place order was issued for nearby areas due to thick black smoke but was lifted the next day after the fire was extinguished.
• The refinery was temporarily shut down to safely contain the incident.
• Jefferson County Sheriff’s officials (including Chief Deputy Donta Miller) explicitly stated there is no evidence of a deliberate act. They are not investigating it as sabotage or external interference.
• Preliminary indications point to an industrial accident, consistent with occasional equipment failures in complex refining processes (e.g., heaters, fluid releases, or ignition in hydrocarbon units).
Online Conspiracy Theories
Social media (especially X) quickly filled with speculation linking the blast to Iran (or its IRGC proxies) amid broader Middle East tensions, with some pro-Iran accounts celebrating it as "sabotage" or retaliation. A few theories also floated Israeli involvement (Mossad). These claims spread rapidly but lack any supporting evidence from U.S. authorities, Valero, or local law enforcement.
Refinery explosions and fires happen periodically due to the hazardous nature of the work—high temperatures, pressures, and flammable materials—even with strict safety protocols. Investigations are ongoing (standard procedure), but everything reported so far aligns with a mechanical or operational failure rather than foul play.
In short: This appears to be a serious but contained industrial incident, not an act of sabotage. Claims otherwise are unsubstantiated speculation fueled by current geopolitics. If new details emerge from the official investigation, they could clarify the root cause further (e.g., maintenance issues or specific equipment failure).