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May 6, 2026
U.S. Military Strikes Iranian Oil Tanker Amid Ceasefire
- A U.S. fighter jet fired on an Iranian oil tanker attempting to breach a blockade in the Gulf of Oman.
- The attack occurred while both nations are in a ceasefire and negotiating terms to end the conflict.
- President Trump threatened increased military action if Iran does not agree to U.S. demands regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
2 Sources
- US military attacks Iran-flagged tanker attempting to breach naval blockadeMay 6, 2026 at 5:58 PM · The Hill
- The Latest: US military fires on Iranian-flagged oil tanker as Trump presses for deal to end warMay 6, 2026 at 6:04 PM · Independent