US strikes Iranian mine-laying vessels as Middle East war intensifies

11/03/2026 01:18 France 24

Tensions in the Middle East escalated on Tuesday as the US destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels and Iran vowed to block regional oil exports. Heavy strikes hit Iran, Lebanon, and Gulf states, with civilian casualties rising. Global markets and energy supplies face disruption as the conflict enters its 11th day.

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