Middle East live: US strikes Iran for third night as Trump says deal still 'possible'
Summary
The United States launched airstrikes against Iran for a third night, targeting a submarine and ship facility in Bandar Abbas. Despite the attacks, President Donald Trump said that a deal with Iran is still possible. Meanwhile, the United Arab Emirates reported that Iran attacked two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, causing one death and several injuries.Key Facts
- The US carried out strikes on Iran’s military facilities over three consecutive nights.
- President Donald Trump notified Congress that hostilities against Iran resumed on July 7, opening a 60-day window for military action without further approval.
- The US has reimposed a blockade on Iranian ports as part of its military actions.
- Iran attacked two ships in the Strait of Hormuz with cruise missiles, killing one crew member and wounding eight others, according to the UAE.
- The US Central Command said the targets included a submarine and ship maintenance facility in Bandar Abbas, Iran.
- Iran’s Foreign Minister mocked President Trump’s threat to impose high fees on commercial shipping passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
- US military officials stated that traffic is still flowing through the Strait of Hormuz despite tensions and attacks.
- The situation represents a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran in the Middle East.
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