# Iran Shifts Target to Warships | Global News

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Podcast: [Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/global-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7448525)
Published: 2026-09-08T02:58:21+00:00
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Iran unveils a new ballistic missile, the Qassem Basir, signaling a major strategic shift—now targeting warships instead of commercial vessels, escalating tensions after U.S. strikes on Iranian oil tankers. With Iran pushing for shipping routes through its “exclusion zone” near the Strait of Hormuz and regional nations demanding shared control over this vital chokepoint, global energy trade faces mounting instability as 94 ships reroute and three disabled amid rising fears of further escalation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ec3a7ee1d1ae3e32

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