US Says Offensive Phase of Iran War Over as Ship Hit in Strait
Source: Bloomberg Politics · Bias: Center
Summary
The US said offensive operations against Iran are over as it shifts to protecting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, but the targeting of another cargo vessel after a day of strikes signaled that the conflict is dragging on.
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