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Reports: New wave of U.S. strikes could target Iran's energy resources

The United States military is preparing to launch a fresh wave of airstrikes on Iran as early as this weekend, several news outlets reported Friday.

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What happened The United States military is preparing to launch a fresh wave of airstrikes on Iran as early as this weekend, several news outlets reported Friday.
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CenterReports: New wave of U.S. strikes could target Iran's energy resources

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UPIWire story · Aug 1, 12:10 AM

Reports: New wave of U.S. strikes could target Iran's energy resources

The United States military is preparing to launch a fresh wave of airstrikes on Iran as early as this weekend, several news outlets reported Friday.

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Aug 1, 12:10 AM: UPI joined the source map.

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