US Forces Disable Iranian Oil Tankers in Strait of Hormuz

Published: 2026-05-08T16:23:00Z
Category: military-and-conflict
Source: CBS News
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The U.S. military reportedly engaged and disabled two Iran-flagged oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. This action was taken to enforce an American blockade, preventing the vessels from entering an Iranian port. The tankers were identified as operating covertly after allegedly turning off their transponders weeks prior.

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