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UPDATED Aug 15, 2026 at 12:08 PM ET
Aug 15, 2026 at 6:07 AM ET
More Hormuz ship attacks as US readies economic measures
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Attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz continue as the US prepares new economic measures targeting Iran.
WHO: United States
WHAT: More ships are attacked in the Strait of Hormuz while the US readies new economic measures to pressure Iran.
WHEN: Reported Aug 15, 2026 at 5:13 AM ET
WHERE: Strait of Hormuz
WHY: The US is preparing economic measures to pressure Iran to capitulate.
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