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Trump Orders Iran Attack as Strait of Hormuz Threatened

8/25/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump ordered an attack on Iran on Feb. 28, 2026.
Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard warned the war could close the Strait of Hormuz, spark oil chaos.
Eighteen U.S. servicemembers have been killed in Iranian strikes and other war incidents.
U.S. forces opened a lane off Oman, allowing 15-20 vessels to cross the Strait nightly.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent launched Operation Economic Outcast, targeting a major bank by week’s end.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump ordered an attack on Iran on Feb. 28, 2026.
Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard warned the war could close the Strait of Hormuz, spark oil chaos.
Eighteen U.S. servicemembers have been killed in Iranian strikes and other war incidents.
U.S. forces opened a lane off Oman, allowing 15-20 vessels to cross the Strait nightly.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent launched Operation Economic Outcast, targeting a major bank by week’s end.