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strikeSep 11, 2026

The US has loosened Iran's grip on the Strait of Hormuz, but the costly war is far from over

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The United States has succeeded in loosening Iran's grip over the Strait of Hormuz while virtually shutting down Iran's own exports. But the conflict is far from over and remains costly for both sides. The economic pressure on Iran has yet to spark an uprising.

Source: JOSEPH KRAUSS, Associated Press — Read the full report

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  • JOSEPH KRAUSS, Associated PressBy JOSEPH KRAUSS, Associated Press

    The United States has succeeded in loosening Iran's grip over the Strait of Hormuz while virtually shutting down Iran's own exports. But the conflict is far from over and remains costly for both sides. The economic pressure on Iran has yet to spark an uprising. And its leaders ma…

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