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Top U.S. military commander in Middle East advised halting Hormuz bombing

Adm. Brad Cooper, the top U.S. military commander in the Middle East, recommended halting bombing around the Strait of Hormuz. This advice contributed to President Trump's decision to pause U.S. strikes against Iran.

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Sunday, July 26, 2026 at 12:47 PM EDT

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