Push for diplomacy continues even as strikes in Iran, Hormuz intensify, US official says
The night passed without military action by either the US or Iran, but tensions remained high across the Middle East following the escalation in recent days.
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Iran using Gulf attacks to force control over Strait of Hormuz shipping, analysts warn
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