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Iranian state media broadcasts what it claims to be a message from the country's new supreme leader -- his first since US-Israeli airstrikes killed his father ... Iran hits at least six ships as it ramps up its attacks in the Strait of Hormuz ... Israel's defense minister is now telling his military to prepare for expanding operations in Lebanon after Hezbol ... Show More
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Attacks Escalate in Strait of Hormuz
The crucial Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world's oil passes, is under siege. Multiple ships have been struck while Iran tries to lay mines. Meanwhile, more attacks in Tehran reduce buildings to rubble, and Iran lists US tech companies operating in the region as pote ... Show More
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Hegseth: Iran ‘Desperate’ and ‘Scrambling’
Speaking to reporters this morning, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says Iran's leaders are "desperate and scrambling.” Meanwhile, the US military central command releases a video showing three strikes on what it says were Iranian missile launchers. Plus: A top Iranian official is ... Show More
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