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The David Lin Report · Tuesday, September 8, 2026

Middle East Tensions Escalate: Iran Missiles Strike US Warships, Houthies Attack Saudi Refinery

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have escalated with reports of Iranian missiles hitting U.S. warships, including an aircraft carrier, and Houthi forces attacking a key Saudi oil refinery. These events have spooked markets and raised concerns about uncontrolled escalation and its impact on global energy prices.

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The US just hit three Iranian tankers in retaliation for Iranian missiles being fired at US warships over the weekend.
Now, the Iranians claim that a guided missile destroyer and a US carrier were hit directly by Iranian missiles.
Meanwhile, the Houthies struck a key Saudi refinery as well, and this is key for refined products including diesel.
Heard on The David Lin Report — “Oil Hits $100 Again: ‘Real Super Spike’ In All Assets Next | Doomberg, published Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Heardvine summarizes and quotes with attribution and timestamps, and links to the original everywhere.
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