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U.S. strikes three Iranian oil tankers in renewal of hostilities

Published by NPR World By Carrie Kahn · 6 September 2026 at 00:01
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The U.S. strikes three Iranian oil tankers after Iran targets two American warships, in the latest exchange over shipping and the Strait of Hormuz.

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