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US military strikes Iranian oil tankers amid ongoing ceasefire
US forces have struck two Iranian oil tankers accused of breaching a blockade. This action comes as the US awaits a response from Iran regarding a proposed peace plan. (sources: politico, cbsnews, wsj, abc, stripes)
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The US military disabled two Iranian oil tankers, citing attempts to violate a blockade. This incident occurs while a ceasefire is officially in place and as the US anticipates Iran's response to a peace proposal.
- US forces struck two Iranian oil tankers on Friday.
- The US accused the tankers of attempting to breach a blockade.
- A ceasefire with Iran is still officially in effect.
Why it matters
This incident highlights ongoing tensions between the US and Iran amid efforts to negotiate peace.
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Top coverage · 6 sources
politicoUS strikes Iranian oil tankers while awaiting Tehran response on peace plancbsnewsAs fragile Iran ceasefire, U.S. fires on Iranian oil tankerswsjIran War Live News Updates: U.S. Strikes Tankers Trying to Break Blockade, Awaits Iran's Peace Plan ResponseabcLive: US fires on tankers as Tehran accuses Washington of 'reckless military adventure'