US military says it carried out ‘self-defense’ strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites

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The U.S. military announced it conducted “self-defense” strikes in southern Iran, targeting missile launch sites and boats involved in mine-laying, stating the actions were taken to protect U.S. troops. This occurred while President Donald Trump indicated negotiations with Tehran were progressing. The strikes are the latest incident to affect the ongoing ceasefire, with reports of casualties in Iran. Trump also suggested that any agreement to end the Iran war should include additional countries joining the Abraham Accords, which aim to normalize relations with Israel.

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