U.S. had military security teams on board commercial ships to defend from Iranian attacks

Published: May 5, 2026 10:55 PM • Updated: May 6, 2026 8:12 PM • Original source

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Two U.S. officials told NBC News a pair of U.S.-flagged ships that passed through the Strait of Hormuz had U.S. military security teams on board. NBC News’ Garrett Haake reports.