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US Conducts Defensive Strikes on Iranian Targets Ahead of Midterms

The United States has carried out defensive strikes on Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz, targeting missile sites. This action comes just before crucial midterm elections, amid ongoing tensions and military presence in the region.

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