US and Iran exchange strikes
LATEST Iran fires missiles at US targets in Jordan and UAE
The US and Iran exchanged military strikes for the first time in over a month. Iran fired missiles at US targets in Jordan and the UAE. This followed a US strike on Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island that were intended to lay sea mines.
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Iran and the United States exchanged strikes for the first time in over a month, with Iran firing missiles at US targets in Jordan and the UAE in retaliation for a US strike on Iranian rocket launchers attempting to launch sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz. US President Donald Trump stated the US would respond forcefully to Iran's retaliation, while military leaders are reportedly warning against extending Iran war operations due to strains on readiness and assets in other regions.
This exchange risks reigniting conflict after a period of calm and highlights the ongoing tension in a key global shipping route, while also exposing potential strain on US military resources and strategic decisions regarding prolonged operations.
CNN commentator Sabrina Singh unpacks the resumption of kinetic action.