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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 into the US war with Iran, which began in late February when President Donald Trump forecast a duration of four to five weeks, American strategic goals have shifted to make the Strait of Hormuz a top concern.

Despite President Trump's repeated assertions that the conflict has been won, no off-ramp is currently in sight. A June memorandum of understanding that was originally designed to pave the way toward ending the war has ultimately fallen by the wayside.

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How the coverage differs

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

Stuff (Wellington/Auckland, New Zealand) (NZ) Focuses on the failed diplomatic efforts and the abandoned June peace memorandum.
WPLG Local 10 (Miami, US) (US) Highlights the original timeline miscalculations and Trump's assertions of victory.
Read the full story at the source Stuff (Wellington/Auckland, New Zealand) · NZ
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