US targets multiple Iranian tankers near Kharg Island
The United States targeted multiple Iranian tankers near Kharg Island in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, according to US officials. The incident involves naval activity in a strategically important shipping route between the US and Iran.
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2 developments- Sep 5Iran accuses the US of targeting a tanker near Kharg Island, and other Mideast news
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