# U.S. Forces Sink 6 Iranian Boats In Hormuz, Deadly Virus Outbreak Leaves Cruise Passengers Stranded

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Podcast: [NY POSTcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ny-postcast-7377122)
Published: 2026-05-05T10:00:00+00:00
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President Trump ramps up warnings to Iran after U.S. forces clash with Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz. With tensions escalating, the risk of a broader conflict is once again on the table. Meanwhile, a deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has left passengers stranded at sea with no port willing to take them in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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