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US attacks Iran and Tehran retaliates across the Middle East as both vie for control of strait
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 13, 2026
· 5 min read
The U.S. launched strikes on Iran early Tuesday morning, hours after President Donald Trump said Washington is “reinstating” a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump separately suggested the United States will charge other ships for safe passage, upending hundreds of years of American po...
Key takeaway launched strikes on Iran early Tuesday morning, hours after President Donald Trump said Washington is “reinstating” a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The ongoing conflict between the US and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz has significant implications for San Antonio 's economy, particularly in the energy sector. As a major city in Texas, a state rich in oil and natural gas reserves, San Antonio's businesses and residents are closely tied to the global energy market. Any disruption to the flow of oil and natural gas through the Strait of Hormuz could lead to increased prices and decreased availability of these resources, affecting local industries such as manufacturing and transportation. Furthermore, San Antonio's proximity to major oil refineries and pipelines in the Gulf Coast region makes it vulnerable to the economic ripple effects of a prolonged conflict. As the situation continues to unfold, San Antonio residents and business leaders will be watching closely to see how the conflict impacts the local economy and energy prices.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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