US and Iran exchange blows in rekindled Middle East war
On Thursday, the United States and Iran engaged in renewed hostilities in the Middle East, specifically around the Strait of Hormuz. The US conducted strikes targeting Iran, aiming to "further degrade Iranian military capabilities," marking the sixth consecutive night of American attacks.
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Open questions and key claims
US Central Command confirmed strikes to 'further degrade Iran's ability to threaten freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz'.
Senator Bernie Sanders criticized Trump's actions, stating 'Restarting his reckless war with Iran won’t make America stronger.'
US President Donald Trump warned he could widen attacks unless Iran returned to talks.
US Central Command stated the attacks were intended to 'further degrade Iranian military capabilities'.
White House press secretary stated President Trump remains open to talks with Iran but will hold them accountable.
US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced it was conducting a new wave of strikes on Thursday evening to “further degrade Iranian military capabilities”.
The United States military is conducting new strikes on Iran.
Both the US and Iran accuse each other of violating the memorandum of understanding (MoU) that ended recent fighting.
Who and where
Related stories over time
same people and places- Apr 19 earlierUS forces attack and seize Iranian ship Touska near Strait of Hormuz4 articles · 3 outlets
- Apr 28 – May 31 earlierTrump seeking edits to US-Iran deal, US media report69 articles · 5 outlets
- May 3 – May 11 earlierTrump says Iran ceasefire is on 'massive life support'80 articles · 6 outlets
- May 27 – Jun 7 earlierPakistan’s interior minister is in Tehran as the US downs more Iranian drones over Hormuz30 articles · 6 outlets
- Jun 15 – Jun 17 earlierStrait of Hormuz reopens: But can ships’ safety be assured?3 articles · 3 outlets
- Jun 26 – Jun 27 earlierUS, Iran trade strikes: What to know, will it unravel the MoU?3 articles · 2 outlets
- Jul 8 – Jul 16◆ This story
- Jul 6 – Jul 22 at the same timeTrump threatens to bomb Iranian bridge or power plant after Hormuz attacks80 articles · 6 outlets