Iran war: US strikes three Iranian oil tankers after missiles target Navy ships

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Iran war: US strikes three Iranian oil tankers after missiles target Navy ships — Sources: Newstalk ZB

The United States military say it has hit three Iranian oil tankers, including one near Kharg Island, the country’s main oil terminal, after Iran launched missiles towards two US Navy warships.

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Iran war: US strikes three Iranian oil tankers after missiles target Navy ships

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