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Tanker attacks in Gulf of Oman highlight point of leverage for Iran

Tensions are high in the Middle East after attacks on two oil tankers near the Persian Gulf that U.S. officials are blaming on Iran. U.S. sanctions on Iran already had raised the potential risk of a response in the region. Charlie D’Agata reports from along the Gulf of Oman and explains why this area is such a flashpoint. Source

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U.S. lays blame squarely on Iran for oil tanker attacks

Tensions are high in one of the world’s most strategic regions, after attacks on two tankers near the Persian Gulf. The U.S. claims Iran carried out the suspected attack on the Japanese and Norwegian owned ships. Iran’s foreign minister denies it, calling the accusations part of a plot. The U.S. points to a video that U.S. officials say shows Iran removing evidence from one of the tankers. David Martin reports. Source

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