US Claims Control of Hormuz as Ship Attacks Hit New High
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CENTCOM reports that the 'vast majority' of Iran's attempted attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz have been unsuccessful, and the strait remains open. This indicates ongoing but largely contained Iranian harassment, with the U.S. military asserting effective deterrence. The claim is based on a U.S. military spokesperson and lacks independent corroboration.
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CENTCOM reports that the vast majority of Iran's attempted attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz have been unsuccessful, and the strait remains open. While Al Jazeera claims increased incidents and declining traffic, a U.S. official indicates a tactical pause in Iranian attacks to avoid escalation. The underlying threat to shipping persists despite temporary de-escalation.
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