Iran must pledge to stop shooting at ships in Strait of Hormuz, US officials say
BBC News·July 11, 2026

US officials are requiring Iran to pledge to stop shooting at ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has reportedly informed US officials that an attack on ships crossing the strait earlier this week was an error. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of vessels passing through the strategically important waterway. US officials are seeking assurances from Iran to prevent such incidents in the future.
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