US-Iran war: Is the Middle East on the brink of a bigger war?
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Jul 08, 2026, 17:27 IST | Updated: Jul 08, 2026, 17:27 IST
Tensions in the Middle East have escalated sharply after the United States launched military strikes on Iran following attacks on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Washington says the operation was aimed at protecting global shipping and curbing Iran's ability to threaten vital oil routes.
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