The US and Iran carried out mutual military strikes on the night of June 10 after Tehran shot down an American Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. US President Donald Trump stated that Washington would respond to the attack, while the US military described its actions as "self-defense." This was reported by Reuters, according to UNN.
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According to a US official, the United States struck nearly 20 targets within Iranian territory. According to preliminary assessments, US forces also intercepted almost all missiles and drones launched in retaliation.
At this time, the American side has not reported any personnel casualties or damage to military facilities.
"I think the response has to be very strong, very powerful, and that's exactly what it is,"
Iran claimed strikes on US bases
Iranian state media reported that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps attacked US military facilities in the region. Specifically, a missile strike was claimed against the Al-Azraq base in Jordan, where targets allegedly included F-35 fighter hangars and a command center.
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Iranian media also reported a drone attack on the Ali Al-Salem base in Kuwait and threats of further escalation if hostilities continue.
Jordan and Kuwait activated air defenses
The Jordanian Armed Forces reported the interception of five missiles fired toward the Al-Azraq area. Debris fell within the country's territory, but no casualties or destruction were recorded.
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In Kuwait, the military also reported that air defense systems were engaged against aerial targets, urging the population to follow safety measures. In Bahrain, air raid sirens were sounded twice due to the threat of attacks.
Tensions in the region are rising
Iranian media reported explosions near Qeshm Island, the cities of Sirik, Bandar Abbas, and Jask near the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the country "will not leave any attack or threat unanswered."
The new exchange of strikes occurred against the backdrop of a fragile ceasefire and has heightened doubts about the possibility of a swift resolution to the conflict between the US and Iran.
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