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U.S. strikes Iran after new shipping attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, Centcom says

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U.S. forces struck Iran after new attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, according to U.S. Central Command. The operation highlights the connection between regional conflict and maritime security on a critical trade route, with F/A-18F Super Hornets shown launching from USS Abraham Lincoln.

Discovered 2026-09-01T10:05:15.329264-07:00 | 2026-09-01T10:05:15.329264-07:00

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  • The strikes mark a direct U.S. military response to new attacks affecting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, a strategically important maritime route.
  • The presence of carrier-based F/A-18F Super Hornets aboard USS Abraham Lincoln underscores the role of naval aviation in the response.

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