U.S. strikes Iranian targets in Strait of Hormuz, U.S. official tells AP
Summary
A U.S. official told The Associated Press that the United States carried out limited defensive strikes on Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz. The strikes came as Washington and Tehran pursue negotiations, while regional officials said Israel's prime minister has urged President Donald Trump to consider a broader campaign.Key Facts
- The U.S. official said the strikes targeted Iranians using surface-to-air missiles against U.S. assets.
- Iranian state television reported explosions on Qeshm Island.
- The official said the strikes appeared limited and did not amount to a return to full-scale hostilities.
- Thousands of U.S. troops remain in waters near Iran as part of a naval blockade, and another aircraft carrier and additional troops are on their way to the Middle East.
- Vice President JD Vance said the administration saw potential for a negotiated settlement with Iran.
- Qatari mediators held two rounds of talks with Iranian officials last week, according to two regional officials.
- The regional officials said talks aim to end Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the U.S. lifting its blockade on Iranian ports.
- Regional officials and another person familiar with the matter said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged Trump to consider further strikes.
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