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Iran live updates: US strikes oil tankers, Tehran claims attacks on US-linked vessels

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Brennan, D., El-Bawab, N., & Pereira, I. (2026, September 3). Iran live updates: US strikes oil tankers, Tehran claims attacks on US-linked vessels. ABC News (US). https://abcnews.com/International/live-updates/iran-live-updates-centcom-targeted-iranian-forces-posed/?id=136080582

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ABC News (US) · collected 2026-09-03 · by David Brennan, Nadine El-Bawab, Ivan Pereira

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Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated in a speech that Iran has moved away from "proportionate responses" to aggression, implying a shift towards more severe retaliation. He warned that any future transgression against Iranian interests will receive a response described as "faster, heavier, and more painful". This statement was made on Sunday via Telegram. No specific incidents or details were mentioned in Ghalibaf's speech.
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Mohammad Ghaemi, an analyst, stated that Iran views its military actions primarily as a means for coercive negotiation rather than as a standalone objective. Iran's foreign minister is set to meet with Gulf state ministers in Oman next week to discuss ensuring the safety of commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, though any agreement would likely require U.S. approval due to the ongoing naval blockade against Iran.

U.S. President Donald Trump declared that the war with Iran will end immediately after the midterms on November 3, asserting his defense of military actions aimed at preventing Tehran from developing a nuclear weapon. Despite these assurances, rising oil prices—Brent crude reached over $100 per barrel—are expected to negatively impact Republicans' electoral chances in upcoming midterms.

Vice President J.D. Vance confirmed that the U.S. is investigating reports of civilian casualties during a recent strike on a wedding celebration in Iran's Kuhestak region, where at least five people were killed and dozens injured. Iranian state media reported the incident, while Reuters independently verified footage showing a residential building attack during a wedding.

The United States and Iran have exchanged missile and drone attacks this week after an earlier lull in hostilities since July. Reports indicate that six Iranian military personnel, including three pilots, died in U.S.-led airstrikes; however, the U.S. has expressed skepticism about these casualty claims from Iranian state media. The investigation into the wedding strike is ongoing.

Oil prices surged following escalating conflicts between the United States and Iran. Brent crude reached its highest since May 22 at $101.21 per barrel on September 9, while West Texas Intermediate settled at $96.05. Despite these price increases, major oil companies like Chevron Corporation, TotalEnergies SE, Exxon Mobil Corporation, Eni S.p.A., and BP p.l.c. have been trading assets rather than adding new drilling operations in response to geopolitical tensions.

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David Brennan
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Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Iran's chief negotiator and the speaker of the country's parliament, said in a speech posted to Telegram on Sunday that "the era of 'proportionate responses' is over.
framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-09-06
🔮 "The rules of the game have changed, and from now on, any transgression against the interests and security of Iran will receive a 'faster, heavier, and more painful' response," Ghalibaf said.

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No more 'proportionate responses,' chief Iranian negotiator says asserted
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Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Iran's chief negotiator and the speaker of the country's parliament, said in a speech posted to Telegram on Sunday that "the era of 'proportionate responses' is over. asserted
era → say → responses
" The recent Iranian strikes targeting U.S. bases in the Middle East were "only the beginning," Ghalibaf said. asserted
Ghalibaf → target → East
"The rules of the game have changed, and from now on, any transgression against the interests and security of Iran will receive a 'faster, heavier, and more painful' response," Ghalibaf said. asserted
Ghalibaf → change → response
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