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Trump’s ‘Tanker‑for‑Tanker’ Policy Escalates: U.S. Strikes 3 IRGC Oil Tankers After Iran Targets 2 Warships
Saturday, September 5, 2026
U.S. forces struck three Iranian oil tankers on Saturday following a ballistic missile attack by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps on two U.S. Navy warships. The Pentagon confirmed the tanker strikes but did not immediately provide additional details on damage or casualties. The incident occurred as tensions between the United States and Iran remained elevated.
