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U.S. and Israel Strike Iran; Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed

3/13/2026

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chair Gen. Dan Caine briefed reporters on the war with Iran, nearing two weeks.
U.S. and Israeli forces have damaged Iran's navy and air defenses.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khameini says the Strait of Hormuz will stay closed, risking oil above $200 a barrel.
Hegseth downplayed Iranian mines in the Strait.
Shipping through the Strait remains largely halted due to ongoing risks.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chair Gen. Dan Caine briefed reporters on the war with Iran, nearing two weeks.
U.S. and Israeli forces have damaged Iran's navy and air defenses.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khameini says the Strait of Hormuz will stay closed, risking oil above $200 a barrel.
Hegseth downplayed Iranian mines in the Strait.
Shipping through the Strait remains largely halted due to ongoing risks.