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U.S. strikes three Iranian oil tankers after Iran targets US warships; IRGC says it fired at a carrier

newsSep 5, 202620229

U.S. Central Command said American forces struck three Iranian-linked oil tankers described as part of a 'shadow network' after Iran launched ballistic missiles at two U.S. Navy warships. CENTCOM said no American personnel were harmed in the missile attacks and warned it would, if necessary, destroy Iran's limited and exposed oil fleet. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it fired missiles at a U.S. aircraft carrier and a Navy destroyer. Iran denounced the U.S. strikes and threatened escalation, with its military warning of additional attacks if a maritime blockade continues. U.S. intelligence assessed Iran may be considering expanding attacks to include American and Israeli targets, according to i24NEWS. The exchanges have already involved strikes on multiple tankers and prompted officials on both sides to signal further retaliation.

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