Iran says seven ships hit in Hormuz Strait, warns US of wider response

A world news story from the U.S., reported by Al Jazeera.

World News · the U.S. · October 22, 2026

By HeyHomees Newsroom · October 22, 2026

What we said on air

Iran now says seven ships were struck in the Hormuz Strait and warns the United States of a broader response, while Washington calls the claims an attempt to raise oil prices.

National News — Evening edition, October 22, 2026

Reported by Al Jazeera, October 22, 2026. Read the full story at Al Jazeera →

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