The Persian Gulf is enduring life-threatening heat indexes above 140 degrees
The extreme humidity levels are tied to bathtub-like water temperatures in the Persian Gulf, the warmest in the world.
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Iran tests missile it says can hit US ships in Persian Gulf and Sea of Oman
Iran test-fired an anti-warship cruise missile with a range of 1,000km (600 miles) capable of reaching US Navy ships in the Persian Gulf and Sea of Oman, state television reported on Saturday.