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Tugboat Daily Brief - Iran-Israel Conflict - 2026-07-12

American warships struck Iranian positions in the Strait of Hormuz, marking a shift to direct state confrontation as Tehran declared a temporary closure of the waterway. Global energy markets remained relatively stable despite the escalation, while defense procurement data suggests preparation for a prolonged conflict.

Key Developments

American warships launched three waves of strikes against Iranian positions in the Strait of Hormuz, marking a shift to direct state confrontation.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps declared a temporary closure of the strait in response to the US attacks…

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