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Iran's "cheap, affordable weapons" help maintain Strait of Hormuz threat, expert says

First publishedAug 13, 16:48 UTC

Last updatedAug 13, 19:02 UTC · just now ago

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Strife over the fate of the Strait of Hormuz continues amid the war with Iran. Plus, Democrats demand answers over conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln deployed overseas.

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Strife over the fate of the Strait of Hormuz continues amid the war with Iran. Plus, Democrats demand answers over conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln deployed overseas. Robert Murrett, a retired vice admiral in the U.S. Navy, shares his analysis.

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What's the story?: Strife over the fate of the Strait of Hormuz continues amid the war with Iran. Plus, Democrats demand answers over conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln deployed overseas.
How widely is it covered?: 1 outlet, average source rating 8.0/10.
When was it last updated?: just now ago.

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