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Iran 'launches attack on 10 US ships in Middle East' as Trump 'preparing new strikes'
Daily Express • • world
Key Points:
- Unverified reports claim that Iranian forces have fired 10 anti-ship cruise missiles targeting US warships in the Gulf of Oman, with additional unconfirmed explosions reported in Sirik, southern Iran.
- Iran's state media described an "enemy" strike on a military site in the Hormozgan province but provided no further details; US Central Command has not confirmed these reports and labeled some related speculation as unfounded.
- Former US President Donald Trump stated that renewed attacks on Iran are "highly unlikely," emphasizing a status quo approach while noting US forces remain prepared for any escalation, with a third aircraft carrier en route to the Middle East.
- The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen reported intercepting Houthi drones targeting Riyadh, highlighting ongoing regional tensions involving Iran-backed groups.
- Iranian Security Council secretary Mohsen Rezae warned that any US strikes on Iran could provoke retaliatory attacks on American military bases in Europe, including those in Britain used for launching strikes against Iran.
