strikeJun 18, 2026

Vance defends Iran deal, says U.S. ‘only powerful ally’ Israel has left - National | Globalnews.ca

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U.S. Vice President JD Vance said Thursday that the U.S. Navy has allowed more than a dozen ships through to Iranian ports, lifting a blockade as part of an agreement to end the war. Vance made the announcement at a White House press briefing, where he said more oil is now flowing through the Strait of Hormuz.

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Will Weissert; Seung Min KimBy Will Weissert; Seung Min Kim
U.S. Vice President JD Vance said Thursday that the U.S. Navy has allowed more than a dozen ships through to Iranian ports, lifting a blockade as part of an agreement to end the war. Vance made the announcement at a White House press briefing, where he said more oil is now flowin…

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