U.S. strikes at least two locations in Iran, American official says
NBC News • • nation
Key Points:
- The U.S. and Iran exchanged fire near the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions and casting doubt on ceasefire stability and ongoing negotiations to end the conflict.
- President Trump stated that three U.S. Navy destroyers were attacked but sustained no damage, while Iranian attackers and small boats were destroyed in self-defense strikes.
- U.S. Central Command reported firing on two tankers violating the blockade of Iranian ports and emphasized that the strikes were defensive, not a resumption of major combat operations.
- Iran accused the U.S. of violating the ceasefire by attacking an Iranian oil tanker and civilian areas along its coast, asserting that its military fired only in response to these provocations.
- Talks to end Iran’s nuclear program continue, with U.S. officials expressing cautious optimism about reaching a deal despite the ongoing hostilities and uncertainty over Iran’s response.
