The U.S. Central Command announced that it fired on a ship that attempted to breach the Strait of Hormuz blockade. The command stated the vessel had visited an Iranian port and ignored repeated warnings before the operation.
Why Are We Still at War With Iran?
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Why Are We Still at War With Iran? Nearly six months into the conflict, the United States is further than ever from victory. Despite being subjected to one of the most intensive bombing campaigns in modern history, the Islamic Republic of Iran has thus far failed to yield to any of the United States’ demands.
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- Joseph Addington; Ted SniderBy Joseph Addington; Ted Snider
Why Are We Still at War With Iran? Nearly six months into the conflict, the United States is further than ever from victory. Despite being subjected to one of the most intensive bombing campaigns in modern history, the Islamic Republic of Iran has thus far failed to yield to any …
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