US Conducts Self-Defense Strikes in Southern Iran Amid Ongoing Ceasefire Talks
The US military announced late Monday that it carried out precision strikes on missile sites and hostile boats in southern Iran to protect American forces. Capt. Tim Hawkins said these actions were taken in self-defense against threats posed by Iranian units attempting to plant sea mines. The strikes follow a tense weekend of negotiations between US and Iranian officials aimed at ending the conflict that began in February. Though a ceasefire has mostly held since April, each side has accused the other of violations, including Iran’s claim that it downed an American drone. Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated that diplomatic efforts in Qatar and elsewhere continue alongside military restraint. The renewed hostilities sent Brent crude oil prices up by about 3%, underscoring global concern over stability in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump has also called on regional states to join the Abraham Accords as part of a broader settlement framework with Tehran. High-level talks are expected to resume in the coming days.
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