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Iran says it struck a U.S. vessel in Hormuz

Iran said it struck an unmanned U.S. vessel trying to enter the Strait of Hormuz, a claim the U.S. military rejected as a “total lie.” The statement followed a day after the U.S. said it struck three Iranian oil tankers after Navy warships were targeted with ballistic missiles.
WHO: Iran
WHAT: Iran claimed it struck an unmanned U.S. vessel attempting to enter the Strait of Hormuz; the U.S. military denied the claim.
WHEN: Reported Sep 6, 2026 at 1:48 PM ET
WHERE: Strait of Hormuz
WHY: Iran made the claim after a purported maritime incident involving a U.S. vessel entering the Strait of Hormuz, which the U.S. military dismissed.

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