Key Points
- The US bombed two Iranian launchers on Larak Island near the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran retaliated against US military bases in Jordan with ballistic missiles and drones.
- Jordan successfully destroyed eight missiles that entered its airspace.
- Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz threaten global oil supply.
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The US bombed two launchers on Iran's Larak Island near the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM claimed Iran was preparing to fire missiles armed with naval mines at the strait. Iranian sources reported dead and wounded.
Iran retaliated against US military bases in Jordan with ballistic missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles. Targets included technical facilities, maintenance infrastructure, and parked aircraft. Jordan announced its air defense destroyed eight missiles that entered its airspace.
These reciprocal attacks launched a new wave of tension after a relatively calm period. The strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, which carries about one-fifth of global hydrocarbon trade, remains closed by Iran's decision. Diplomatic efforts remain deadlocked.
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- Why did the US bomb Larak Island?
- The US targeted two launchers, stating Iran was preparing to fire missiles armed with naval mines at the Strait of Hormuz.
- How did Iran respond?
- Iran launched an attack on US military bases in Jordan with ballistic missiles and drones.
- What did Jordan do?
- Jordan's air defense successfully destroyed eight missiles that entered its airspace.
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