On the night of June 10, the United States launched a new wave of strikes against Iran in response to the downing of an American Apache attack helicopter. This was reported by the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), according to CNN, as written by UNN.
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CENTCOM stated that the attacks began at 5:00 p.m. ET by order of U.S. President Donald Trump. The U.S. military called the operation "self-defense strikes" and characterized it as a "proportionate response to unjustified Iranian aggression."
The day before, Donald Trump reported that Iran had shot down an American Apache helicopter. According to him, the crew was successfully evacuated without casualties. At the same time, the U.S. President emphasized the need for a response to the attack.
Nevertheless, the United States must certainly respond to this attack
At this time, the scale and consequences of the new U.S. strikes on Iran remain unknown. Meanwhile, Washington's statement indicates a further escalation of the situation between the U.S. and Iran following the recent announcement of a cessation of mutual attacks.
Trump says Iran shot down an Apache helicopter, and the US must "respond"09.06.26, 20:19