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U.S. and Iran Exchange Fire in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military has engaged Iranian forces amid ongoing tensions in the region. This exchange occurs during a fragile ceasefire. (sources: cbsnews, ft, jpost, nytimes, reuters)
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The U.S. military reported shooting down Iranian missiles and drones while also sinking several Iranian small boats. Iranian state media indicated that warning shots were fired at American destroyers.
- The U.S. military launched an operation to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran's navy reportedly fired warning shots at American destroyers.
- The U.S. engaged Iranian forces by shooting down missiles and drones.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran in a strategically important maritime region.
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cbsnewsU.S. and Iran exchange fire as Trump launches mission to guide ships through Strait of HormuzftUS and Iran exchange fire as Hormuz crisis reignitesjpostUS sinks Iranian small boats, shoots down missiles in Strait of HormuznytimesU.S. Shot Down Iranian Missiles and Drones in Strait of Hormuz, Admiral Says