Iran says ‘will target’ any vessel traffic in Strait of Hormuz after U.S. strikes in latest escalation
The article reports a significant escalation of tensions between Iran and the U.S., with Iran threatening to target any vessel in the Strait of Hormuz and declaring it closed, following fresh U.S. airstrikes. The U.S. stated these strikes were in response to Iran's aggression and urged Iran to sign a deal to end the conflict, while Iran maintained it would not negotiate under pressure. The conflict also resulted in casualties among Indian seafarers.
The article reports a significant escalation of tensions between Iran and the U.S., with Iran threatening to target any vessel in the Strait of Hormuz and declaring it closed, following fresh U.S. airstrikes. The U.S. stated these strikes were in response to Iran's aggression and urged Iran to sign a deal to end the conflict, while Iran maintained it would not negotiate under pressure. The conflict also resulted in casualties among Indian seafarers.
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