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US and Iran Exchange Strikes, Escalating Tensions and Halting Hormuz Traffic
The US has launched new airstrikes on Iran, with Tehran retaliating by targeting Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar, further escalating the conflict and questioning a temporary peace agreement. Explosions were heard in Bahrain following Iranian attacks, and maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has nearly halted due to the renewed hostilities, raising fears of a broader war.
9 Jul, 03:33 — 9 Jul, 03:34
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indian-expressMostly Factual13d ago
US launches new airstrikes on Iran; Ghalibaf says, ‘Strike, and you will be struck’
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Iran and US exchange further back-and-forth strikes
US President Donald Trump ordered new strikes on Iran yesterday and warned of "much worse" if Tehran continues to attack vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, the vital oil shipping channel.
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First report: rte-news · 9 Jul, 03:33|Full coverage: 6 · 5h|Window: 5h
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