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US goals have shifted after 6 months of Iran war. The Strait of Hormuz is now a top concern

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Six months after the United States launched a war with Iran in late February, U.S. strategic goals have shifted, with the Strait of Hormuz emerging as a top concern. President Donald Trump initially forecast that the conflict would last four to five weeks.

Despite President Trump's repeated assertions that the war has been won or that a resolution deal is nearly complete, there remains no clear off-ramp in sight as the conflict extends well beyond its initial timeline.

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How the coverage differs

Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.

PBS NewsHour (US) Focuses on the lack of a diplomatic off-ramp despite presidential claims.
WPLG Local 10 (Miami, US) (US) Highlights the original short-duration timeline forecast by the president.
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