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US attacks Iran over ship being hit in Strait of Hormuz; Tehran responds by hitting Arab states
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 12, 2026
· 5 min read
The United States attacked Iran early Sunday morning over an Iranian strike on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz that set the container ship ablaze and forced its crew to abandon it. Iran responded with attacks targeting several countries in the Middle East, including Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman ...
Key takeaway military’s Central Command said it hit some 140 targets in Sunday’s strikes and went after missile and drone launch sites, ammunition dumps, communication equipment and other sites.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio 's connection to the global energy market means that the conflict in the Strait of Hormuz has a direct impact on the local economy. With about a fifth of all traded oil and natural gas passing through the strait, any disruption to this vital waterway can lead to increased energy costs for San Antonio residents and businesses. The global energy crisis triggered by Iran's grip on the strait has already led to economic ripples felt in the city, and the recent escalation of violence is likely to exacerbate these effects. As the US military continues to engage with Iran, San Antonio's business community will be watching closely to see how the situation develops and how it may affect the local cost of living and doing business. The city's refineries and energy companies, in particular, will be impacted by any further disruptions to global oil supplies.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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