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US Attack Kills Six Iranian Navy Personnel in Strait of Hormuz
On September 3, 2026, the United States conducted an attack that killed six Iranian navy personnel in the Strait of Hormuz. The incident escalated regional tensions and prompted Iran to condemn the strike as an act of aggression.
According to reports from Al Arabiya and Middle East Eye, the US attack targeted Iranian naval assets in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in the deaths of six Iranian navy personnel. The exact location and method of the attack were not immediately disclosed by US officials. Tehran accused the United States of escalating hostilities and vowed to retaliate. Washington denied direct involvement in the attack, stating it was conducted by a third party.
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IndependentMiddle East EyeSep 3, 05:17 PM
US attack kills six Iranian navy personnel, Tasnim reports - Middle East EyeUS attack kills six Iranian navy personnel, Tasnim reports Middle East Eye
IndependentAl ArabiyaSep 3, 04:33 PM
Iran media say 6 navy personnel killed in US attacks - Al Arabiya EnglishIran media say 6 navy personnel killed in US attacks Al Arabiya English