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US resumes Iran strikes for 'attacking shipping' near Strait of Hormuz
By Kelly Broderick at NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
U.S. Central Command forces say they have begun launching strikes against Iran Tuesday afternoon.The strikes were initiated to impose heavy costs for targeting and attacking commercial shipping near the Strait of Hormuz.This comes after Iran allegedly fired on three commercial vessels Tuesday in ...
Key takeaway Central Command forces say they have begun launching strikes against Iran Tuesday afternoon.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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