US carries out 'self-defence' strikes in Iran as Trump pursues deal
The US military said it struck missile launch sites and Iranian boats it accused of trying to lay mines, describing the action as 'self-defence'. The strikes came as President Trump pressed for a deal to end the war.
The US military said it carried out strikes in Iran that it described as 'self-defence', targeting missile launch sites and Iranian boats it accused of attempting to lay mines. Washington characterised the operation as limited and aimed at protecting shipping in the region.
The action came as President Donald Trump pressed for an agreement to end the war, even while urging negotiators not to rush. The military step raised questions about how the parallel diplomatic track would proceed.
Markets are watching closely, with concerns over safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz keeping oil prices volatile. According to the US account, the strikes were defensive; a confirmed Iranian response had not been reported at this stage.
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