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Expert reacts to potential Iran-Oman Strait of Hormuz deal; Ted Cruz says U.S. needs to arm Iranians

First publishedAug 6, 19:35 UTC
Last updatedAug 7, 18:38 UTC · 12m ago
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Iran and Oman appear to be making progress on a potential deal surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, but the outcome may not be enough to satisfy the U.S. CBS News analyst Aaron MacLean joins with more insight.

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Iran and Oman appear to be making progress on a potential deal surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, but the outcome may not be enough to satisfy the U.S. CBS News analyst Aaron MacLean joins with more insight.
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14 outlets, average source rating 7.6/10.
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    Expert reacts to potential Iran-Oman Strait of Hormuz deal; Ted Cruz says U.S. needs to arm Iranians

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