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Tanker struck in Hormuz as Iran, US trade attacks in worst escalation since peace deal

  • A tanker was hit by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz (bridge damaged, crew safe), following a recent cargo-ship attack and prompting higher maritime security alerts.
  • The U.S. and Iran traded strikes despite a two-week-old interim peace deal, each accusing the other of breaching the agreement — the worst escalation since the pact.
  • The spat threatens a vital shipping route and energy flows: Iran is pushing for control/permits (and eventual fees) while reopened traffic has recently helped push oil prices down.
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