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Iran Fires Ballistic Missiles at US and UK Base in Indian Ocean

Iran reportedly fired ballistic missiles at a joint US and UK military base in the Indian Ocean, escalating the war beyond regional targets as additional U.S. forces move into position. The strikes raise immediate concerns about Western base security and further retaliation.

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140 million barrels - Iranian oil shipments temporarily cleared under lifted sanctions to increase supply

Quote

We’re not looking to do a ceasefire — President Donald Trump

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