US, Iran have launched multiple attacks during ceasefire: A timeline
Summary
Since a ceasefire began on April 8 between the US and Iran, both sides have continued attacks, raising concerns that the truce may fail. The US targeted missile sites in southern Iran, while Iran shot down a US drone and fired at US aircraft, as peace talks continue.Key Facts
- A ceasefire was announced on April 8 after 40 days of conflict involving US, Israel, and Iran.
- The US Central Command conducted strikes in southern Iran to defend US troops against missile and naval mine threats.
- Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said it downed a US drone and fired at a US jet and a second drone entering Iranian airspace.
- Iran controls shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for 20% of the world’s oil, while the US enforces a blockade on Iranian ports.
- Mediation efforts are ongoing in Doha and Islamabad, but direct peace agreements have not yet been reached.
- Since February 28, over 3,468 people have died in US-Israeli attacks on Iran and over 26 Israelis in Iranian attacks; the US military has had 13 combat deaths.
- Kuwait accused Iran-linked groups of drone attacks entering its airspace on April 10; Iran denied targeting Gulf countries after the ceasefire began.
- Lebanon remains heavily affected by ongoing Israeli ground invasions despite the ceasefire.
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