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US steps up strikes on Iran; Hormuz tensions deepen

The US reimposed a naval blockade on Iran and launched a fresh wave of airstrikes after attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran threatened to halt energy exports from the Gulf, while missile alerts sounded in Bahrain and Kuwait and Jordan intercepted incoming missiles.

16 Jul 2026 8:58 am