Iran resumes attacks in Strait of Hormuz after lull, U.S. officials say
Summary
Iran fired at least two missiles at commercial ships traveling through the Strait of Hormuz after a one-week agreement with the U.S. to stop attacks expired. The attacks caused damage to the ships but no injuries, and the situation risks undoing the recent deal between the two countries.Key Facts
- Iran's military fired missiles at two commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday night.
- The attacks happened after a one-week agreement between the U.S. and Iran to halt attacks in the strait ended.
- Both ships were significantly damaged, but no one was hurt.
- One ship caught fire after being hit near the Omani coast.
- The U.S. may respond with strikes against Iranian targets.
- Recent talks between the U.S. and Iran in Doha made little progress on the issue.
- The incident threatens the memorandum of understanding signed less than three weeks ago.
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