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Trump Orders Stand-Down After U.S. Strikes Tankers in Hormuz

9/9/2026

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U.S. forces struck two Iranian tankers in the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend.
Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) urged President Donald Trump to seize Kharg Island and intensify attacks.
In June, Graham warned the U.S. would “obliterate” Iran if it contested the Strait.
Trump ordered a stand-down after regional allies urged restraint, despite the military preparing its largest strike.

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U.S. forces struck two Iranian tankers in the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend.
Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) urged President Donald Trump to seize Kharg Island and intensify attacks.
In June, Graham warned the U.S. would “obliterate” Iran if it contested the Strait.
Trump ordered a stand-down after regional allies urged restraint, despite the military preparing its largest strike.