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U.S. Military Strikes Iranian Tankers as Part of New Policy
On September 1, 2026, the U.S. military struck two Iranian government tankers as part of a new policy aimed at deterring Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. The operation involved around 100 targets and was characterized by U.S. officials as a response to recent Iranian threats to commercial shipping. Conflicting reports emerged regarding civilian casualties from the strikes.
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On September 1, 2026, the U.S. military struck two Iranian government tankers as part of a new policy aimed at deterring Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. The operation involved around 100 targets and was characterized by U.S. officials as a response to recent Iranian threats to commercial shipping. Conflicting reports emerged regarding civilian casualties from the strikes.
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