U.S.-Iran tensions escalate following tanker attacks and military strikes
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Donald Trump, Iran
Persian Gulf
July 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 27/11/2026, 12:00:30 AM
President Trump declared the June ceasefire with Iran 'over' following attacks on commercial tankers. The U.S. struck Iranian military sites, and Iran responded with strikes on U.S. installations in Gulf states. Qatari negotiators are attempting to mediate and de-escalate the situation.
- Earlier version 17/10/2026, 8:10:34 PM
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