On June 26, 2026, US President Donald Trump stated that Iran was responsible for a drone strike on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. He described the incident as a 'foolish violation' of a ceasefire agreement with the US. According to Trump, the drone caused damage to the ship's upper deck, but the vessel was still able to continue its journey. He also mentioned that the US military intercepted and shot down three additional drones that were targeting the ship.
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Trump attributes drone strike on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz to Iran
US President Donald Trump has blamed Iran for a drone strike on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a violation of a ceasefire agreement. The strike damaged the ship's upper deck, but it was able to proceed, and the US military shot down three other drones aimed at the vessel.
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