US Military Strikes Two Iranian-Flagged Tankers

Published: 2026-05-09
Category: us
Source: The Washington Post / CBS News / Al Jazeera
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The U.S. military has reportedly conducted strikes on two oil tankers flying the Iranian flag. This action was taken to prevent the vessels from docking at an Iranian port, citing a U.S. blockade. The incident occurs during a month-long ceasefire, as the U.S. awaits Iran's response to a proposed peace deal, with the Pentagon releasing video footage of the strikes.

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