US says it destroyed 16 mine-laying vessels as Iran threatens to block Gulf oil exports
Secretary Hegseth promised the most intense strikes yet as the conflict with Iran entered its eleventh day.
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Secretary Hegseth promised the most intense strikes yet as the conflict with Iran entered its eleventh day.
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US forces destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels as Iran threatened to block all Gulf oil exports. The conflict, now in its 11th day, has expanded into a regional multi-front war involving strikes in Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and the UAE.
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Left-leaning outlets like Common Dreams and The Guardian emphasize Democratic demands for accountability and Hegseth's "cavalier" disregard for rules of engagement. In contrast, center-leaning sources such as ABC Columbia and NDTV focus on the tactical success of destroying mine-laying vessels and Hegseth's pledge to secure the Strait of Hormuz.
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