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Iran attacks ships in Hormuz after US strikes three of its oil tankers

The US and Iran have exchanged attacks on ships following an escalation in their conflict over the past week. US Central Command struck three Iranian oil tankers after Iran's Revolutionary Guard fired missiles at two US Navy ships. Iran then targeted three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and three US-linked vessels, threatening more painful responses.

By BriefTea Editorial · 6 September 2026 at 13:57

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