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Iranian Shahed Drones Push US Bases Back, Strait Closed

7/4/2026

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Iran’s low-cost Shahed drones have forced the United States to abandon forward-deployed air bases and move forces farther from the Strait of Hormuz.
The drones and missile attacks have kept the Strait of Hormuz closed, stopping the U.S. military from guaranteeing safe passage for commercial vessels.
Intelligence estimates Iran can endure a U.S. naval blockade on its oil exports for 90 to 120 days, limiting pressure on Tehran.

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Iran’s low-cost Shahed drones have forced the United States to abandon forward-deployed air bases and move forces farther from the Strait of Hormuz.
The drones and missile attacks have kept the Strait of Hormuz closed, stopping the U.S. military from guaranteeing safe passage for commercial vessels.
Intelligence estimates Iran can endure a U.S. naval blockade on its oil exports for 90 to 120 days, limiting pressure on Tehran.