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Trump Administration Weighs Renewed Strikes on Iran in Strait of Hormuz

Published 1 September 2026

The Trump administration is weighing renewed military strikes against Iranian forces around the Strait of Hormuz to prevent Tehran from rebuilding missile and radar capabilities, a plan that has gained urgency following a recent exchange of fire between the two nations. The potential operation, detailed in a report by Axios, has been developed by U.S. Central Command and backed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, but remains under consideration by President Donald Trump. The consideration comes after a sharp escalation in hostilities. On Sunday, August 30, U.S.

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