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U.S. Strikes Iran After Ship Attack; Iran Asserts Control of Strait of Hormuz
The United States conducted strikes on Iranian targets on July 11, 2026, following an attack on a container ship. The Trump administration said a nuclear deal is increasingly unlikely while demanding Iran declare the strait open.
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The United States conducted strikes on targets in Iran on July 11, 2026, after Iran attacked a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. The Trump administration stated on July 11 that a nuclear deal with Iran is increasingly unlikely. U.S.
Officials said Iran should publicly declare the Strait of Hormuz open and cease attacks on ships. Iran has stated it will maintain sole control of the Strait of Hormuz and require vessels to pay fees, the AP reported. According to the White House, Iran attacked American bases in the UAE and Qatar on July 11 but no targets were hit.
Under an interim peace agreement signed in June 2026, Iran had agreed to restore shipping and ensure safe passage through the strait.
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