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US carries out new strikes on Iran military site

US carries out new strikes on Iran military site

Summary

The US military carried out air strikes on an Iranian military site in Bandar Abbas and shot down four Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz. These actions happened during a fragile ceasefire and ongoing talks to end a war that started in February and has affected global energy prices.

Key Facts

  • The US targeted an Iranian military site and a ground control station in Bandar Abbas.
  • US Central Command said four Iranian drones threatening the Strait of Hormuz were shot down.
  • The strikes were described by the US as defensive and meant to maintain the ceasefire.
  • Iran heard explosions near Bandar Abbas and called the US strikes a serious violation of the ceasefire.
  • Iran's Revolutionary Guard reported shooting down a US drone and firing at a US jet and drone over its airspace.
  • President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran were ongoing but warned the US might resume large-scale bombing.
  • The conflict started on February 28, involving the US, Iran, Israel, and Iranian-backed groups.
  • The war has disrupted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and raised global energy prices.
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