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10 Civilian Sailors Killed in Strait of Hormuz Incident
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that ten civilian sailors have died due to the ongoing conflict in the Strait of Hormuz. He made the statement during a press briefing at the White House on May 5, 2026. Rubio emphasized that the U.S. would continue deploying assets to defend freedom of navigation in the area.
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters on May 5, 2026. Rubio spoke during a press briefing in the James S.
C. U.S. would continue to deploy its assets to defend freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Rubio added that Iran has a high pain threshold, but it is not unlimited.
"They're isolated, they're starving, they're vulnerable and at least 10 sailors have died as a result, civilian sailors," Rubio said. He did not provide additional details about the deaths. The briefing occurred on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
Rubio's remarks came amid reports of the sailors' deaths linked to the conflict. U.S. commitment to the key thoroughfare while highlighting the vulnerabilities faced in the region. The reporting was done by Steve Holland and Gram Slattery.
The editing was done by Michelle Nichols.
