The US and Iran exchanged fresh strikes overnight into Monday as they continued their tit-for-tat attacks while issuing conflicting declarations over whether the Strait of Hormuz was open to shipping.
The U.S. military launched a new round of strikes against Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday in response to an IRGC missile attack that left a commercial cargo ship badly damaged.Iran retaliated by launching drones and missiles at Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Jordan.Why it matters: The renewed exchange of fire further…
The U.S. and Iranian militaries exchanged fire early Tuesday following fresh threats from President Trump to take over the Strait of Hormuz. The president said Monday that the U.S military would reimpose its naval blockade in the channel and begin charging a 20 percent toll on vessels transiting the strait “immediately.” This critical trading passage,…
Tehran says latest US attacks have ‘rendered futile’ diplomatic efforts of last few months. Plus, hit song in Australia prompts speculation about use of AIGood morning.The US military has launched a fresh wave of attacks against Iran amid the escalating standoff over the strait of Hormuz.What has Iran said about the latest hostilities? Iran condemned the…
President Trump said that the United States will blockade Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and charge ships 20% for safe passage. Central Command announced that the U.S. has commenced strikes on Iran for the third straight night. NBC News' Courtney Kube reports.
