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US strikes Iran and reimposes oil sanctions as ceasefire faces one of its most significant tests
By CNN at KVIA ABC-7
· July 7, 2026
· 5 min read
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By Adam Cancryn, David Goldman, CNN
(CNN) — The US on Tuesday launched new strikes against Iran and reimposed sanctions on Iranian oil sales in retaliation for a series of attacks on commercial ships near the Strait of Hormuz.
In a statement posted on X, US Central Command said its forc...
Key takeaway strikes are in response to Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels that were transiting the Strait of Hormuz,” the statement said.
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Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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By Adam Cancryn, David Goldman, CNN
(CNN) — The US on Tuesday launched new strikes against Iran and reimposed sanctions on Iranian oil sales in retaliation for a series of attacks on commercial ships near the Strait of Hormuz.
In a statement posted on X, US Central Command said its forc...
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