US military says it struck Iranian drones and radar sites
Summary
The US military shot down four Iranian drones that threatened ships near the Strait of Hormuz and then attacked Iranian radar sites to prevent more attacks. This happened during rising tensions after recent strikes exchanged between the US and Iran, with no public response from Iran.Key Facts
- The US military intercepted four Iranian one-way attack drones heading toward the Strait of Hormuz.
- These drones were seen as an immediate threat to ships in the region.
- US forces then struck Iranian coastal radar sites in Goruk and on Qeshm Island to stop further attacks.
- Iran has not publicly responded to these latest US military actions.
- Earlier, Iranian drone strikes hit Kuwait’s airport, killing one person and injuring over 60.
- Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps said the airport damage was caused by a US missile error, but US Central Command denied this.
- The recent clashes followed wide-ranging strikes by the US and Israel on Iran on February 28, escalating conflict in the Middle East.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a critical shipping route for about 20% of the world’s oil and gas, and Iran’s actions threatened this supply.
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