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US launches new strikes as Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz ​

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                    US launches new strikes as Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz ​

The U.S. conducts a fresh wave of strikes on Iran in response to Iranian forces hitting a ship passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Read all

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BRICS News

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· Jul 8, 2026

JUST IN: 🇺🇸🇮🇷 US launches new wave of strikes against Iran.

JUST IN: US launches new wave of strikes against Iran.@BRICSNews

Investing.com

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· Jul 12, 2026

US strikes Iran, Tehran says Strait of Hormuz closed, Gulf states hit

US strikes Iran, Tehran says Strait of Hormuz closed, Gulf states hit

India TV News

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· Jul 9, 2026

Iran War LIVE Updates: Sirens in Bahrain, Kuwait after US launches fresh attacks on Iran

The United States has launched a fresh wave of military strikes against Iran, saying the operation aims to further weaken Tehran's ability to threaten freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the US Central Command (CENTCOM). The strikes were carried out in response to alleged Iranian attacks on commercial vessels passing through the strategically important waterway.

South Africa Today

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· Jul 12, 2026

U.S. Strikes Iran in the Strait of Hormuz After Commercial Vessel Attack

WASHINGTON — The United States has initiated a new wave of military strikes against Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the third such operation this week. The retaliatory U.S. strikes against Iran were ordered by the Commander in Chief following an aggressive maneuver by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) that targeted a commercial []

MS NOW

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· Jul 12, 2026

Iran targets Gulf states after U.S. strikes Iran over ship attack in strait

The burst of fighting raised new questions about efforts to reach a permanent end to a war that began on Feb. 28. The post Iran targets Gulf states after U.S. strikes Iran over ship attack in strait appeared first on MS NOW.

Intel Slava

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· Jul 8, 2026

[Photo] 🇮🇷❌🇺🇸 — Iranian missile waves continue striking US bases in the Persian Gulf.

— Iranian missile waves continue striking US bases in the Persian Gulf.

The Hill

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· Jul 8, 2026

The Memo: Trump’s tough talk on Iran raises big question — will the US return to war?

The United States launched a fresh wave of attacks on Iran on Wednesday, marking the second successive night of offensive action. The new strikes, which were announced in a social media post by U.S. Central Command (Centcom) shortly after 4 p.m. EDT, were far from a surprise. President Trump had told reporters earlier in the...

Al Jazeera

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· Jun 28, 2026

Why is Article 5 of MoU causing confrontations in the Strait of Hormuz?

Iran and the US trade attacks over navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, which has emerged as a major sticking point.

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 9, 2026

US launches new strikes on Iranian military positions in Strait of Hormuz

The United States military has launched a new round of strikes targeting Iranian military positions in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions in one of the world’s most strategically important waterways. In a statement posted on social media, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the operation was carried out under the authorization of President Donald [] US launches new strikes on Iranian military positions in Strait of Hormuz

NBC News

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· Jul 12, 2026

US Launches New Strikes on Iran After It Closes Strait of Hormuz

The United States launched new attacks on Iran after the Iranians, again, shut down the Strait of Hormuz. This comes hours after Iran’s new supreme leader vowed revenge for the death of his father in the opening hours of the war. NBC’s Raf Sanchez reports for Sunday TODAY.

ArcaMax

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· Jun 26, 2026

US strikes Iran in response to Strait of Hormuz ship attack

WASHINGTON — The United States attacked Iran one day after Tehran struck a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz, an exchange that threatened to break the fragile ceasefire between the two countries. U.S. Central Command said that American ...

NDTV

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· Jul 10, 2026

War Or Peace? Trump Says Talks On After Iran Plea 'But Ceasefire Is Over'

After a series of attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, US forces struck targets in Iran over two days this week. Tehran responded with attacks on American bases in the region.

ABC7 New York

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· Jul 13, 2026

US and Iran vie for Strait of Hormuz, waterway key to global energy supplies, in latest attacks

US and Iran vie for Strait of Hormuz, waterway key to global energy supplies, in latest attacks

South China Morning Post

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· Jul 8, 2026

US launches new strikes on Iran after Trump vows to hit ‘hard’

The United States launched new strikes on Iran on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump vowed to hit “hard” following Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump, while ordering retaliation against Tehran, said he expected the latest military flare-up to end quickly and left the door open to more talks. US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the strikes were carried out to degrade the ability of Iranian forces “to threaten freedom of navigation” in the strait, through which a fifth of...

Anadolu Agency

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· Jul 12, 2026

'Era of one-sided deals is OVER,' Iran's top negotiator says amid Hormuz tensions

Statement comes after Iran attacks US bases in Gulf and Washington launches a 3rd round of strikes on Iranian military targets

Iran Herald

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· Jul 12, 2026

US launches fresh strikes on Iran, says attacks aim to protect transit in Strait of Hormuz

Washington, DC [US], July 13 (ANI): The United States launched a fresh round of military strikes against Iran on Sunday (local time), with US Central Command saying the operation is intended to further degrade Tehran's ability to target civilian mariners and commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz.In a post on X, CENTCOM said the strikes were carried out on the direction of the Commander in Chief to h

Al-Monitor

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· Jul 10, 2026

US insists Iran commit to stopping attacks in Hormuz strait, say US officials

By Steve HollandWASHINGTON, July 10 (Reuters) - The United States is demanding that Iran publicly state it will stop attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz and that all lanes in the strait will be open to shipping with no tolls, senior U.S. officials said on Friday.Iran has adamantly refused to give up control of the strait, the strategic waterway through which a fifth of the world's oil supply typically flows.

Middle East Eye

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· Jun 27, 2026

US says it hit Iran after tanker attack in Strait of Hormuz

US says it hit Iran after tanker attack in Strait of Hormuz The US military says it has launched fresh strikes on several targets in Iran after another attack on a ship passing through the Strait of Hormuz. US Central Command said the operation took place on Saturday after Iran attacked a Panama-flagged oil tanker earlier in the day. CENTCOM forces launched strikes today in direct response to continued Iranian aggression against commercial shipping, it said in a statement.

USA TODAY

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· Jul 7, 2026

U.S. launches new strikes on Iran after tanker attacks in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. launches new strikes on Iran after attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions over shipping and oil enforcement. Read more: Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

Euronews

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· Jul 12, 2026

Iran attacks Gulf states to impose its Hormuz battle lines

Iran launched waves of attacks across the Gulf in response to US airstrikes the night before, signalling the Islamic Republic’s refreshed strike capabilities, while claiming sole control of the Strait of Hormuz. The Gulf states are once again on the frontlines of the growing US-Iran confrontation.

CBC News

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· Jan 9, 2026

U.S. and Iran trade strikes, in escalation over Strait of Hormuz

U.S. and Iran trade strikes, in escalation over Strait of Hormuz

Sputnik

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· Jul 12, 2026

Iran and US Exchange Fresh Strikes Amid Escalating Gulf Tensions – Reports

An Iranian strike targeted a US vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, with American attacks along Iran's southern coast reported shortly after.

The Japan Times

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· Jul 10, 2026

Trump says U.S. agreed to Iran’s request to continue talks, but ceasefire is over

The United States also stepped up demands that Iran stop attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, where recent hostilities have pushed oil prices higher.

Vanguard News

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· Jun 27, 2026

US, Iran trade strikes putting new strain on peace deal

Iran launched attacks on US sites in the Gulf in response to American strikes on the country, state media said Saturday, after Washington accused Tehran of attacking one of its cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The post US, Iran trade strikes putting new strain on peace deal appeared first on Vanguard News.

Egypt Independent

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· Jul 12, 2026

Iran launched strikes on US military targets across the Gulf, Iran state media reports

Iran targeted several US military sites across the Gulf early Sunday, Iranian state media reported, following the latest round of attacks launched by the US. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched ballistic missiles at the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, according to Iranian state broadcaster IRIB. The IRGC also carried out what it The post Iran launched strikes on US military targets across the Gulf, Iran state media reports appeared first on Egypt Independent.

B92.net

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· Jul 8, 2026

U.S. bases burning; Flames engulfed powerful American "Reaper"; Severe warnings issued again PHOTO/VIDEO

Middle East conflict – Day 130. The United States launched new strikes on Iran late last night after Tehran opened fire on three commercial vessels in Omani territorial waters near the Strait of Hormuz. An Iranian source said that the agreement was “dead.”

Tampa Free Press

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· Jul 11, 2026

Line In The Sand: U.S. Demand Open Strait As Internal Tehran Chaos Threatens Colation Peace

A major diplomatic standoff is unfolding over the world’s most critical energy chokepoint. The United States has delivered a firm ultimatum to Tehran, demanding a public, unambiguous guarantee that the Strait of Hormuz is open and that international shipping will no longer face attacks. According to senior U.S. officials speaking on the condition of anonymity, [] Line In The Sand: U.S. Demand Open Strait As Internal Tehran Chaos Threatens Colation Peace

The Media Line

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· Jul 8, 2026

US Launches New Strikes on Iran Over Strait of Hormuz Shipping Attacks  

US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced Wednesday that American [] The post US Launches New Strikes on Iran Over Strait of Hormuz Shipping Attacks appeared first on The Media Line.

Daily Sabah

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· Jul 8, 2026

US hits Iranian military sites after Strait of Hormuz ship attacks

The United States launched a sweeping wave of military strikes against Iranian military targets early Wednesday after three commercial vessels were attacked near the Strait of Horm...

Arab Times Online

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· Jul 13, 2026

Iranian Media Reports Wider US Strikes Across Southern, Western Iran

TEHRAN, July 13: Iranian media reported early Monday that the latest wave of US strikes targeted a broader range of locations across southern and western Iran than in previous days...

Arutz Sheva

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· Jun 28, 2026

US strikes Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz

United States says it attacked Iranian targets in the area of the Strait of Hormuz, in response to an attack on a merchant vessel attributed to Iran.

BOL News

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· Jun 27, 2026

US strikes on Iran after attack on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz

United States has carried out strikes on Iran. The post US strikes on Iran after attack on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on BOL News.

Syrian Arab News Agency

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· Jul 12, 2026

Iran expands regional attacks as tensions with U.S. escalate

Washington, July.12 (SANA) Iran and the United States exchanged fresh missile and drone attacks on Sunday, as Tehran expanded its military operations to include several Gulf states hosting U.S. military facilities, according to the report. Iran said it had once again closed the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway for global energy shipments, while the []

The West Australian

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· Jun 27, 2026

US-Iran war latest: Middle East tensions escalate as US launches fresh strikes on Iran near Strait of Hormuz

The US has launched a fresh wave of strikes against Iran near the Strait of Hormuz, marking another escalation in the fragile ceasefire agreement.

Legal Insurrection

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· Jul 9, 2026

U.S. Launches New Wave of Overnight Strikes as Iran Escalates 

CENTCOM: The U.S. struck approximately 90 Iranian military targets including air defense systems, coastal surveillance assets, missile and drone storage sites, naval capabilities, and military logistics infrastructure along Iran’s coastline. The post U.S. Launches New Wave of Overnight Strikes as Iran Escalates first appeared on Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion.

Sweden Herald

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· Jul 11, 2026

US launches new strikes on Iran as Strait of Hormuz closed

US launches new strikes on Iran as Strait of Hormuz closed

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