US military intercepts Iranian attacks in Strait of Hormuz, strikes targets
The US military reported intercepting Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and retaliating against military targets. This escalation occurred amid mutual accusations and rising regional tensions, straining a fragile ceasefire.
On Thursday, the US and Iran exchanged accusations and fire in the Strait of Hormuz, with Washington saying it intercepted Iranian attacks and struck back at military targets, while Tehran reported retaliatory action and rising regional tensions. The fragile ceasefire faced fresh strain amid widening conflict risks.