Iran accuses U.S. of striking oil tanker near Kharg Island
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Iran, United States
Kharg Island, Persian Gulf
September 5, 2026
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Iran claims four U.S. missiles struck an oil tanker near Kharg Island. The U.S. military has not commented on the allegation.
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