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US hits Iranian oil tankers after saying Iran hit Navy warships : NPR
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Key Points:
- The U.S. military struck three Iranian oil tankers after Iranian missiles targeted U.S. Navy warships, warning it may destroy Iran's oil fleet if necessary.
- Two Iranian oil tankers were permanently disabled and one unladen tanker destroyed; these vessels were part of a network funding Iran's Revolutionary Guard and regional proxies.
- The strikes occurred near key locations including Kharg Island and the Strait of Hormuz, areas previously targeted during ongoing hostilities.
- Fighting resumed after a month-long lull, following failed negotiations over Iran's nuclear program and increased U.S. economic pressure on Tehran.
- The U.S. continues to escort ships through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz amid Iran's attempts to assert control, though overall maritime traffic remains low.
