U.S.-Iran Updates: Tanker hit in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran threatens to ditch talks over Trump's threats - CBS News
Tensions in the Middle East have escalated following a tanker attack in the Strait of Hormuz and retaliatory strikes between Iran and U.S.-backed forces. President Trump has ordered military action and revoked Iranian oil export licenses.
Why it matters
The conflict threatens global oil supply chains and risks a broader military confrontation in a geopolitically sensitive region.
F ollow updates on the war in the Middle East for Wednesday, July 8, here . See earlier develop ments below.
The article reports on a complex military situation by citing multiple sources and official statements from both sides.
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