US Military Denies Iran State Media Claim That US Aircraft Shot Down
Summary
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) denied Iran's claim that it shot down a U.S. aircraft near Bushehr. Meanwhile, the U.S. has conducted defensive strikes against Iranian drones and missile sites amid efforts to maintain a ceasefire and start negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program.Key Facts
- Iranian state TV claimed an American aircraft was destroyed near Bushehr, Iran.
- CENTCOM said no U.S. aircraft were shot down and all are accounted for.
- The U.S. shot down four Iranian attack drones near the Strait of Hormuz and struck a control station preparing to launch a fifth drone.
- These U.S. actions were described as defensive and meant to maintain the ceasefire.
- The U.S. also targeted Iranian missile launch sites and vessels planting mines in southern Iran.
- CENTCOM reported Iran violated the ceasefire by launching a ballistic missile toward Kuwait, which was intercepted.
- A 60-day memorandum of understanding is reportedly being considered to de-escalate tensions, allow free shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, and begin nuclear talks.
- President Donald Trump has not yet given final approval for the memorandum.
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