US launches ‘wave of strikes’ on Iran, Tehran threatens to halt regional energy exports
Summary
The US military carried out a series of daytime air strikes on Iran, targeting coastal defense and missile sites near the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran attacked US military targets in Gulf countries and threatened to stop energy exports from the region.Key Facts
- The US launched a 90-minute wave of strikes on Iranian coastal defense systems and missile sites.
- These strikes are part of a naval blockade reimposed on Iranian ports.
- The US said the attacks aimed to weaken Iran’s ability to attack commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran responded by hitting US military targets in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.
- Iran threatened to close more energy export routes that benefit the US and its allies.
- An interim ceasefire from last month, meant to lead to peace talks, is currently stalled.
- The conflict began with US and Israeli strikes on Iran in February and has disrupted global energy supplies.
- Oil prices dropped slightly after reaching a one-month high amid ongoing tensions.
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