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World · 1 September 2026

US Air Force reportedly striking Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz

US Air Force reportedly striking Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz

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The military action on Tuesday was first reported by the news site Axios, relying on information from unnamed American officials. Global oil prices have already gone up by two per cent as the fighting creates fresh fears over available supplies. The attacks happen as the American government prepares to announce new banking sanctions against the country later this week.

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