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Strait of Hormuz Escalates
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Tensions flare again in the Strait of Hormuz as the U.S. and Iran exchange retaliatory airstrikes—each blaming the other for escalating hostilities. The U.S. hit Iranian radar and drone sites, while Iran claimed to strike a U.S. air base, though specifics remain vague. President Trump reportedly demanded changes to a peace proposal, which Iran dismissed as speculation. Despite a ceasefire since April 8, no formal deal exists. The proposed truce included a 60-day halt to hostilities, reopening the Strait, and nuclear talks—but progress stalled. With one-fifth of global oil and gas transit passing through this chokepoint, any disruption sends shockwaves through global energy markets. The standoff continues, with both sides trading blows while negotiations hang in the balance.
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