The United States has initiated a new series of strikes against Iranian targets, aiming to neutralize Tehran’s capacity to disrupt maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. While President Donald Trump has asserted that the waterway remains open, Iran maintains that it is closed, fueling a dangerous escalation of hostilities. Heidi Zhou Castro reports from Washington DC.
Published On 13 Jul 2026
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