US launches ‘self-defense strikes’ in Iran as peace negotiations continue
The United States has launched “self-defense strikes” in southern Iran, U.S. Central Command said Monday, as peace talks continue.
TL;DR
- U.S. Central Command announced self-defense strikes in southern Iran.
- The strikes targeted missile launch sites and Iranian boats attempting to emplace mines.
- The action was taken to protect U.S. troops from Iranian threats.
- The strikes occurred near Bandar Abbas, a port city with an Iranian naval base.
- U.S. Central Command claims Iran continues to mine the Strait of Hormuz during peace talks.
- The U.S. Navy has been clearing mines in the Strait of Hormuz since April.