US strikes Iranian island; Tehran warns against renewed hostilities

boursorama.com (French) —

President Donald Trump confirmed Tuesday that US forces struck an Iranian island, while Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian warned that renewed hostilities would benefit no one. Trump said the strike targeted anti-aircraft infrastructure on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a "minor attack." Iran reported five explosions and two aircraft in the sky. The confirmation comes during US midterm elections, with Trump downplaying speculation of further strikes. The strike follows months of conflict that began February 28 with US-Israeli attacks on Iran. Tehran has closed the strategic strait since the war began, while the US maintains a blockade on Iranian ports. Qatar said both sides remain committed to negotiations.


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