Military escalation between US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz
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US, Iran, Jordan
Strait of Hormuz, Middle East
September 2, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 29/2/2026, 1:00:54 PM
Two oil tankers were struck by naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz. US forces conducted strikes on Iranian air defense and communication sites. Iran retaliated with missile attacks targeting Jordan.
- Earlier version 19/2/2026, 11:10:52 AM
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