Iran-US war latest: Tehran vows to extend ‘exclusion zone’ near Strait of Hormuz after US strikes on tankers
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have escalated as Iran threatens to establish a new 'exclusion zone' for shipping following recent US strikes on oil tankers. The conflict has caused oil prices to rise and disrupted maritime traffic in the region.
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The ongoing confrontation between the US and Iran poses a significant risk to global energy supplies and regional stability.
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