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The U.S. fires on Iranian tankers trying to evade its blockade amid a Hormuz standoff
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The U.S. fires on Iranian tankers trying to evade its blockade amid a Hormuz standoff

The Associated Press | May 8, 2026, 10:44 AM UTC
U.S. forces fired on two Iranian oil tankers after exchanging fire with Iranian forces in the Strait of Hormuz. And the United Arab Emirates reported another Iranian missile and drone attack.
U.S. and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire, suspending Trump's threat to annihilate Iran
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U.S. and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire, suspending Trump's threat to annihilate Iran
NPR Staff | Apr 7, 2026, 10:40 AM UTC