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Trump confirms US Iran fire exchange in Strait of Hormuz despite ceasefire vow
International
Published on 8 May 2026

Ceasefire checked in the most dangerous way possible
The US and Iran exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the most serious test of their month-long ceasefire. Iran said conditions returned to normal, while Washington said it wanted to avoid escalation. The confrontation reportedly unfolded as the US waited for Iran’s response to a proposal to halt fighting without addressing Iran’s nuclear program.
- US and Iran exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz
- Iran claims normalcy resumed after the clash
- US stresses it is avoiding escalation risks
- Ceasefire talks exclude direct nuclear program steps
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