Global Politics Report Editorial
US hits three Iranian oil tankers after saying its warships were targeted
US Central Command says the attacks came after Iran launched ballistic missiles at two of its Navy warships.
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Source: BBC News
Politics desk: Foreign Policy
Published: Sep. 05, 2026 at 11:14 AM ET
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Original source: BBC News