US launches fresh Iran strikes as CENTCOM resumes naval blockade
The US has launched new strikes against Iran as CENTCOM reinstates a naval blockade, escalating fears of a full-scale conflict.
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In response, the IRGC claims to have conducted strikes on US military sites located in the Gulf. Coverage from The New York Times, Al Jazeera, Reuters, and dw.com emphasizes the potential for a return to full-scale war.
Reports highlight threats from Donald Trump to target Iranian power plants and bridges. Attention remains on whether Tehran will implement new shipping blocks and if the US will proceed with the threatened strikes on infrastructure.
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Quick answers
What targets has the US threatened to hit?
According to Reuters and dw.com, Donald Trump has threatened strikes on Iranian power plants and bridges.
How has Iran responded to the US actions?
The IRGC claims to have carried out strikes on US military sites in the Gulf, and Tehran has warned of new shipping blocks.
What is the status of naval operations in the region?
CENTCOM has resumed a naval blockade.
Coverage (4)
- Iran War Live Updates: Fears of Return to Full-Scale Conflict As Strikes Intensify The New York Times · 3h ago
- US attacks Iran as IRGC claims strikes on US military sites in Gulf Al Jazeera · 3h ago
- Iran war live: Trump threatens power plant hits and Tehran warns of new shipping blocks Reuters · 3h ago
- Trump threatens strikes on Iranian bridges, power plants dw.com · 3h ago
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