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Iran war day 70: US and Iran trade fire near Hormuz

Filed: May 08, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET
Summary: Iran accused the US of breaching a ceasefire near Hormuz as CENTCOM said forces responded to Iranian attacks.
WHO: Iran
WHAT: US and Iranian forces exchanged fire near Hormuz amid ceasefire accusations
WHEN: May 08, 2026 at 2:32 AM ET
WHERE: Hormuz
WHY: The exchange followed Iranian attacks, according to CENTCOM.
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