US Warns Iran Over Live-Fire Drills in Strait of Hormuz

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Feb 1, 2026

As Iran launches live-fire drills in the vital Strait of Hormuz, the US draws a red line with a sharp warning to avoid unsafe actions near American assets. With major powers like China and Russia in the mix, could this escalate into something bigger? The world watches closely...

Financial market analysis from 01/02/2026. Market conditions may have changed since publication.

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Internal linking keywords: oil prices, geopolitical risks, naval tensions, US military, Iran navy, Strait closure, global energy, etc.

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US Warns Iran Over Live-Fire Drills in Strait of Hormuz

Strait of Hormuz

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As Iran launches live-fire drills in the vital Strait of Hormuz, the US draws a red line with a sharp warning to avoid unsafe actions near American assets. With major powers like China and Russia in the mix, could this escalate into something bigger? The world watches closely…

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