US launches new strikes on Iran after Trump vows to hit 'hard'
Summary
The US military launched new airstrikes on Iran following warnings from President Donald Trump to respond strongly after recent clashes. The strikes targeted multiple locations in Iran as a response to what the US called Iran's continued aggression.Key Facts
- The US began new strikes on Iran on Wednesday at 17:15 Eastern time.
- The strikes targeted several locations in Iran and were ordered by President Donald Trump.
- The US described the strikes as self-defense against Iran's ongoing aggressive actions.
- Earlier strikes were launched on Tuesday after Iran reportedly downed a US Army helicopter.
- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps responded by striking US bases in the region.
- Explosions were reported on the Iranian island of Qeshm and cities including Bandar Abbas and Sirik.
- President Trump warned that US forces would continue to hit Iran hard if no peace deal is reached.
- Diplomatic talks between the US and Iran have stalled despite a ceasefire agreement made in April.
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