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strikeSep 6, 2026

US blows up three Iranian oil tankers after Tehran targets American warships

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WASHINGTON, Sept 6 — The United States said it destroyed three Iranian oil tankers yesterday in response to attempted missile attacks on naval vessels, with Iran’s Revolutionary Guards saying they targeted US-linked ships in response.

Source: Malay Mail — Read the full report

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  • Malay MailBy Malay Mail

    WASHINGTON, Sept 6 — The United States said it destroyed three Iranian oil tankers yesterday in response to attempted missile attacks on naval vessels, with Iran’s Revolutionary Guards saying they targeted US-linked ships in response. The latest round of clashes, which began with…

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