World · 12 July 2026
US and Iran exchange strikes after Strait of Hormuz vessel hit
The US and Iran have exchanged strikes, with Iran claiming a vessel using an unapproved route in the Strait of Hormuz was hit. The current exchange of strikes follows what was described as the worst exchange of strikes since a ceasefire deal was signed on June 17. United States Central Command declared that it carried out "forceful" attacks following the assault on three oil tankers within the Strait of Hormuz.
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