The United States conducted retaliatory strikes against Iran following the downing of a US Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz. This action significantly escalates tensions and raises concerns about the existing ceasefire and peace negotiations.

<p> <img alt="The strikes come amid a week of heightened regional tension" height="80" src="https://en.mercopress.com/data/cache/noticias/110430/100x80/iran.jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0 12px 6px 0; border: 1px solid #333;" width="100" /> The United States launched a series of strikes against Iran on Tuesday in retaliation for the downing of a US Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz, Central Command (Centcom) said. The action marks a sharp escalation that deepens...