U.S. and Iran Exchange Strikes Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions

Why it matters locally: As a state heavily reliant on shipping and trade, disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could potentially impact global supply chains, affecting the cost and availability of imported goods for Rhode Island businesses and consumers.

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WASHINGTON D.C. — The United States and Iran executed reciprocal strikes on Saturday. Both nations targeted infrastructure and military installations, escalating their conflict regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Saturday's events represent an intensification of ongoing tensions between American and Iranian forces. The Strait of Hormuz, a crucial global shipping lane, has been a focal point of their disputes.