US strikes Iran again, targeting air defense in Strait of Hormuz

theguardian.com —

President Donald Trump announced Friday that US forces conducted another round of limited strikes on Iran, targeting an air defense system, which he described as "minor." Iranian state media reported two explosions on Qeshm Island in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The strikes follow a similar US attack on Monday and come as diplomatic efforts to end the conflict have accelerated. Trump said the latest action took about 15 minutes, and he noted that mediators' discussions with Iran continue. The announcement arrives days after Trump's Republican party suffered losses in Tuesday's midterm elections, partly due to voter dissatisfaction with the war and elevated fuel prices. The US also offered a reward of up to $20 million for information about Iran's nuclear program.


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