India, July 16 -- The conflict between the United States and Iran entered another dangerous phase on Wednesday as Washington expanded military operations across southern Iran, strengthened its naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, and disabled a commercial oil tanker accused of violating US restrictions. While explosions echoed across several Iranian cities and airlines suspended flights across the Middle East, US President Donald Trump defended the campaign, calling the war "incredible" for America.

The latest escalation has intensified concerns over global energy supplies, commercial shipping, and regional security as both countries continue exchanging military and political warnings.

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