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US, Iran climb the escalation ladder with strikes and counterstrikes over the Strait of Hormuz

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US, Iran climb the escalation ladder with strikes and counterstrikes over the Strait of Hormuz

BATTLE FOR HORMUZ: Over the weekend, Iran and the United States traded taunts that could be summed up as: “We control the Strait of Hormuz,” “No, you don’t,” “Yes, we do,” “Nuh uh. WE control it.” They also traded attacks.  On Satur…

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BATTLE FOR HORMUZ: Over the weekend, Iran and the United States traded taunts that could be summed up as: “We control the Strait of Hormuz,” “No, you don’t,” “Yes, we do,” “Nuh uh. WE control it.” They also traded attacks.  On Satur… The story falls into Newseze's government desk and is being actively tracked by our editorial team. Calm framing, primary-source references, and respectful tone — every Newseze story is scored for drama and conspiracy before it reaches you. Worth knowing: Newseze refreshes its newsroom every hour and flags fast-moving local and breaking news as it develops. Watch this page for updates. Reporting: Washington Examiner.

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