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Iran discusses Hormuz Strait in calls with Oman, Saudi Arabia

Iran has maintained control over the strait since the start of the Middle East war on February 28, disrupting shipping through the vital conduit

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Iran says it struck US-linked targets in response to US attacks

The development comes a day after the US military attacked Iran on Friday in response to an Iranian drone strike on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz