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US Strikes Iranian Oil Tankers
The US military launched strikes on three Iranian oil tankers, alleging they were aiding regional proxies. The attacks come amid ongoing tensions between the two nations.
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NPR
The strikes come a day after President Trump appeared to downplay the war with Iran as "small potatoes" during an exchange with reporters in the Oval Office.
2026-09-05 15:05 UTC
Al Jazeera
US strikes hit Iranian oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman and near Iran’s Kharg Island.
2026-09-05 14:49 UTC
Al Jazeera
BRICS, SCO and other organisations can offer relief from great power pressure but do not provide collective defence.
2026-09-05 14:51 UTC